ISC West 2026: 5 Security Trends You Can't Ignore

Are you heading to ISC West this year? The security industry is no longer just piloting new ideas - it is moving at a breakneck pace toward a future defined by identity and automation. Join Lee Odess on this episode of Secured as he provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the show floor and understanding the massive shifts in access control. In this breakdown, we look at four major news stories from industry leaders like Wavelynx, Brivo, and ZKTeco that signal a closing gap between hardware and software. We explore the critical distinction between a single pane of glass and a true data layer, ensuring you do not get sold a solution that is merely a display. Plus, we discuss why government-issued mobile driver's licenses are set to become the ultimate bridge to digital identity. Lee also introduces his twenty-minute access control tour, a framework to help you categorize every booth you visit. By understanding the five forces driving the market and the three types of companies exhibiting, you will be able to see through the marketing noise and identify which solutions are built for the modern era. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a first-time attendee, this episode is your essential pre-show briefing.