THE security industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, with organizations worldwide increasingly turning to artificial intelligence, mobile credentials, and biometric authentication to enhance security and efficiency, according to the newly released 2025 State of Security and Identity Report by HID. The report, based on insights from 1,800 security professionals, highlights a strong shift toward software-driven security solutions, interoperability, and AI-powered automation.

'The integration of modern technology with existing infrastructure is no longer optional — it's imperative,' said Ramesh Songukrishnasamy, HID's senior vice president and chief technology officer. 'With 73 percent of security leaders prioritizing software-driven unified solutions, it's clear that organizations are moving beyond traditional siloed approaches.'