Securing a data center is no longer about isolated systems or one-size-fits-all tools. Operators today need a layered physical security strategy that protects the perimeter, manages access, secures internal zones, and controls server room operations. In this session, we’ll break down these four essential layers and show how they work together to support uptime, compliance, and efficiency.

Alex Reichard will walk through each layer with real-world context, showing how unified platforms can help security teams detect risks earlier, streamline access control, and maintain compliance with evolving standards like NIS2, ISO 27001, and SOC 2. You’ll learn how modern technologies such as ALPR, biometric credentials, intelligent door hardware, and server cabinet access monitoring can work together inside a single operational view.

This session is ideal for professionals responsible for securing hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise-owned data centers. Whether you’re planning a new site or modernizing an existing one, you’ll come away with a clear framework to reduce security gaps, respond faster to incidents, and support long-term resilience and compliance across all sites.