Mercury: From Control(ler) to Collaboration
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The access control industry is witnessing a transformative shift. It is moving beyond traditional security of keeping bad people out, locking, and unlocking to become a driver of operational efficiency and revenue generation. At MercTech, Mercury Security unveiled something that could accelerate the transformation of our industry: an App Store for their controllers.
Think 苹果 App Store, but for access control. Third-party developers will soon be able to create and deploy custom applications directly on Mercury boards through a dedicated store, launching at ISC West. This isn't just about Mercury or their OEM partners – it's about enabling an entire ecosystem of innovators to enhance board functionality beyond traditional Physical Access Control Systems (PACS).
This strategic evolution mirrors the successful paths of mainstream players like Apple, IBM, Tesla, and Microsoft Xbox, who all leveraged the power of app ecosystems to drive innovation. The benefits ripple throughout the industry:
While maintaining the security and safety standards crucial to our industry, Mercury wants to transform from a hardware provider into an enablement platform.?
This development supports my conviction that we're looking at a $100B industry. Now is the time to explore the art of the possible.
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Thank you, Mercury Security, for the invitation and sponsorship to attend MercTech. I recommend attending if you have the opportunity.
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Pioneer > Innovate >> Create Value
6 天前I believe this is nothing but a make-up, and cosmetics cannot be the cure for the “legacy” patient soon to be in ICU.
Security solutions and SAAS Expert/ Federal Market focused/ CPTED Practicing veteran/ USN Veteran
6 天前At MSI, we welcome any development that would improve end user experience
Sales Manager | Driving Results in LATAM | Specialist in Technology Solutions and Electronic Security | 20+ Years of Proven Success in Sales and Business Development in the Tech Sector
6 天前I completely agree! The future of access control is bright. The arrival of platforms that allow for custom applications opens up a world of opportunities. As manufacturers, we have the chance to innovate and transform the industry. Now is the time to move forward and lead this change!
Partner Account Executive
6 天前Happy to see the industry go more open standard. Manufacturers do not need to be everything, to everyone. Do what you do best, and partner with other technologies to fill the gaps.