Balancing Innovation and Mission: Navigating the Security Industry Transformation Amid Risk and Growth

 

The security space is at an inflection point. Rapid technological advancements—like AI, cloud platforms, and big data—are fueling a broader security industry transformation, reshaping how solutions are deployed and consumed. At the same time, the profile of the security buyer is changing, with IT, HR, and compliance leaders playing a much bigger role in decision-making. As these shifts accelerate, companies are increasingly focused on how to scale growth without introducing greater risk.

How can the security industry strike the right balance between innovation and operational stability?

This episode of Pro AV Today, hosted by Ben Thomas, features a timely conversation with Kumar Sokka, the newly appointed CEO of Acre Security. Together, they explore the security industry transformation underway—from the evolving mission of the security industry, the increasing importance of data-driven outcomes, and how to build platforms that scale securely in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Key Highlights from the Episode:

  • Mission Meets Innovation: How modern security companies must now align business growth with a deeper sense of purpose—protecting people and places while staying ahead technologically.

  • The Changing Buyer Landscape: With IT, HR, and compliance now at the table, security solutions must speak to broader business goals, not just technical specs.

  • Driving Value from Data: How actionable analytics—like occupancy insights—are reducing operating costs and creating cross-functional ROI.

Kumar Sokka is the CEO of Acre Security, bringing cross-industry expertise in digital transformation, manufacturing, and operations. Before joining Acre, Kumar led digital strategy initiatives focused on efficiency and data value creation. At Acre, he’s building on that background to drive a unified, cloud-first, AI-enhanced security portfolio. Known for his passion for purpose-driven innovation, Kumar is championing solutions that go beyond security to solve larger business problems.

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