XForum | The Security Event Asia

WHAT IS THE XFORUM?

A staple of The Security Event which takes place in the UK, we have expanded our relationship with the Access Control Executive Brief into our Asia edition, who will host the XFourm. This collaboration brings together industry leaders, security professionals, and technology experts to discuss and showcase the latest advancements in access control and security solutions. The XForum provides a comprehensive platform for industry stakeholders to exchange ideas, explore new innovations, and drive the future of access control.

Immerse yourself in insightful panel discussions that spark thought and engagement, while connecting with leading access control suppliers driving innovation in the industry.

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LEE ODESS

The XForum is spearheaded by the founder of the Access Control Executive Brief Lee Odess. Lee is passionate about driving digital transformation and growth in the access control industry. Lee provides clarity on the evolving global landscape through content creation, community building, tools & insight to help the industry reach its full potential.

Lee combines his wealth of experience and deep understanding of access control with a passion for creating safe and seamless spaces. With a focus of offering invaluable insights into market trends, emerging technologies, and strategic perspectives, this is a must attend feature for CEOs, executive teams and security professionals to stay ahead of the rapidly evolving access control field.

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Presentation Topics

Teaming up with Lee Odess, the XForum, in association with the Access Control Executive Brief, will bring global and regional security thought leadership to The Security Event Asia.

This is where conversations move beyond to the broad forces shaping security today and tomorrow, from access control and video, AI and biometrics to post-quantum readiness, smart cities, and mobile-first strategies. Sessions will highlight global trends alongside APAC’s unique opportunities, focusing on how innovation and strategy are reshaping identity, trust, access, video intelligence, and operational value. The Security Event Asia will be the stage where local perspectives meet global insights, and where the next chapter of security leadership begins.

Global and APAC Trends Shaping Today and Tomorrow’s Security Landscape

A deep dive into the macro forces driving change in security across the globe, with a spotlight on APAC’s unique opportunities and challenges. From geopolitical shifts to smart city investments, this session explores how end users, integrators, manufacturers and system providers can anticipate, adapt, and lead in an increasingly interconnected security ecosystem.

Access Control Transformation: Unlocking Value Beyond Keeping Bad People Out

Access control is evolving from keeping bad people out to a business enabler. This discussion explores how APAC organizations can leverage modern platforms for operational efficiency, workplace experience, and cross-departmental value creation, and how to prepare for the next generation of credentialing and system intelligence.

AI in Security: Real Value Now and Strategic Potential Ahead

AI is no longer a future promise, it is delivering measurable outcomes today. This session examines successful use cases in security, predictive analytics, and incident response, while also exploring how AI can shape future business models, risk management strategies, and customer expectations in the APAC region.

Biometrics and Identity: Trust, Adoption, and the Road Ahead

Biometric technologies are redefining identity verification and authentication, yet adoption varies widely across APAC markets. This conversation addresses current applications, trust and privacy considerations, and what emerging developments in multi-modal biometrics mean for secure, seamless access in critical and commercial environments.

Beyond the Camera: Video’s Expanding Role in Security and Business Intelligence

Video is no longer just about cameras, it is a platform for data-driven decision-making. This session explores how video analytics, integration with IoT systems, and emerging storage and processing models are opening new opportunities for APAC businesses, both in security and beyond.

Post Quantum: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Prepare

Post quantum computing is closer than most think, and its implications for encryption and data security are significant. This discussion provides a practical overview of post quantum threats, the timelines that matter for the APAC market, and the steps organizations can take today to build quantum readiness into their strategies.

Mobile Wallet Credentials: The Next Frontier for Access Control

Mobile wallets are becoming the preferred credential platform in many parts of the world. This session explores adoption trends, user experience gains, and integration hurdles in APAC, while examining how mobile-first strategies can drive security modernization and operational flexibility.

Critical Infrastructure: Future-Proofing Essential Systems
Global and regional leaders from Government / Local Authority / Public Sector / Embassy, Civil Engineering & Construction / Building, Aviation, Aerospace & Defence, Oil & Gas, and Healthcare / Social Work will explore how these cornerstone industries are adapting to new threats and opportunities. Conversations will center on long-term resilience, public-private collaboration, and the macro trends shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow.

Technology & Data: The Engines of Security Innovation
The convergence of IT / Technology / Cyber / Data and Media / Publishing / Events is transforming how security is understood, implemented, and measured. This track will highlight emerging trends such as AI-driven intelligence, cyber-physical convergence, and the shifting role of data as both a risk and a source of strategic advantage.

Business & Finance: Security as a Strategic Growth Driver
For sectors like Banking / Finance / Insurance / Law, Retail, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical and Chemical, the future of security lies in its ability to enable business outcomes, not just mitigate risk. These discussions will focus on market-shaping trends, from regulatory innovation to supply chain digitization, and how security leaders can position themselves as strategic partners in growth.

People & Services: Trust, Experience, and the Human Factor
In Education & Training and Hospitality & Leisure, the central theme is people—where safety, trust, and seamless experiences intersect. Thought leaders will examine how changing demographics, digital-first expectations, and global workforce trends are redefining security’s role in creating environments that are not only safe but also engaging and future-ready.

Your Platform for Industry Leadership

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Join a curated community of professionals shaping the future of access control. Book a pod to connect, showcase, and collaborate on the latest advancements in access control.

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CPD ACCREDITED CONTENT

At the XForum Theatre, expect key insights, dynamic open-floor panel discussions, and the latest regulatory updates. This isn’t just a 30-minute lecture—it’s an opportunity to engage and be part of the conversations shaping the industry’s future.

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