The New Zealand Data Center Physical Security Market size is estimated at USD 22.83 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 46.61 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 15.34% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The security measures can be categorized into computer room controls, facility controls, perimeter security, and cabinet controls. The first layer of data center security is detecting, delaying, and discouraging unauthorized personnel entry at the perimeter. Upon breach of the perimeter monitoring, the second layer of defense withholds access. It is an access control system which uses card swipes or biometrics. The third layer further restricts access through diverse verification methods by monitoring all restricted areas and deploying entry restrictions such as turnstile with VCA, biometric access control devices for thumbprints, irises, or vascular patterns, and using radio frequency identification. The initial three layers ensure only authorized entry. However, additional security to restrict access comprises cabinet locking mechanisms. It addresses the fear of an 'insider threat,' such as a malicious employee.
The market is highly fragmented due to the presence of key players like Axis Communications AB, ABB Ltd, and Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH, among others, which play a vital role in upscaling the capabilities of enterprises. Market orientation leads to a highly competitive environment. The biggest retail and wholesale data center market companies have been further trying to make their system secure and safe from thefts. There has been a wave of consolidation in the secondary markets as smaller players seek to scale to compete and big players scale their products in the market.
For instance, in October 2023, Zwipe partnered with Schneider Electric’s Security Solutions Group. Schneider Electric plans to introduce the Zwipe Access fingerprint-scanning smart card to its clientele. This card will be integrated with Schneider Electric’s Continuum and Security Expert platforms, serving a client base from sectors including airports, transportation, healthcare, data centers, and more.
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