Nextro Insights

  • Why data centre security is becoming identity-first

    As New Zealand’s data centre sector expands, physical security is shifting beyond standalone access control. We look at how identity-first security, biometrics, video integration, and layered access controls can strengthen protection for critical data centre environments.

  • Lessons for New Zealand from the Fortinet 2026 State of OT Cybersecurity Report

    Fortinet’s 2026 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report highlights growing IT/OT convergence, longer attacker dwell times, increased regulatory pressure, and the importance of segmentation, secure remote access, and better visibility. We examine what the findings mean for New Zealand organisations.

  • The first 300 seconds of an attack: lessons from the 2026 Crowded Places Conference 

    What will your people do during the first 300 seconds of a serious security incident? We examine the key lessons from the 2026 New Zealand Crowded Places Conference, including emergency preparedness, CPTED, AI-enabled weapons detection, hostile vehicle mitigation, and the changing expectations placed on crowded-place operators.

  • Why NDAA Compliance Matters for Critical Infrastructure Security in New Zealand 

    NDAA compliance is more than a US procurement requirement. For New Zealand organisations operating critical infrastructure, government-adjacent facilities and cyber-sensitive environments, it provides a practical benchmark for trusted security technology, supply-chain assurance and long-term risk reduction.

  • On-Premises, Hybrid or Cloud: Flexible Genetec Deployment with Nextro

    Cloud adoption in physical security is not a simple shift from on-premises to cloud-only. As Genetec highlights, organisations are increasingly choosing flexible deployment models that combine on-premises and cloud solutions where each fits best. Across New Zealand and Australia, Nextro deploys Genetec as on-premises-only, hybrid or full cloud, depending on each customer’s sites, infrastructure, risk profile and operational requirements.

  • The end of siloed security: reading between the lines of NZ’s cyber security strategy

    New Zealand’s Cyber Security Strategy 2026–2030 signals a shift from siloed IT security to a system-level approach encompassing critical infrastructure, operational technology, and physical environments. Rather than introducing immediate regulation, the strategy focuses on building capability, improving coordination, and strengthening resilience across sectors. For organisations managing essential services, the key takeaway is clear: cyber risk now directly impacts real-world operations, requiring integrated security across IT, OT, and physical systems.

  • Axis renews Nextro’s Gold Solution Partner status for 2026

    Nextro has retained Axis Communications’ Gold Solution Partner status for 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year holding the highest tier in the Axis partner programme in New Zealand. The renewal reflects sustained growth, certified expertise, and successful delivery of advanced physical and electronic security solutions across critical sectors nationwide.

  • Drones, Defence, and Civilian Resilience

    Drones are reshaping national security and civilian risk in New Zealand. Explore the implications for critical infrastructure, crowded places, NZDF and public safety, and why a layered counter-drone strategy is now essential.

  • Fortinet Cybersecurity Threat Predictions for 2026: Key Lessons for New Zealand Businesses

    Fortinet’s 2026 Cybersecurity Threat Predictions Report outlines a rapidly shifting cyber landscape shaped by AI, cloud adoption, identity‑driven attacks, and the growing overlap between IT and OT environments. For New Zealand businesses , critical infrastructure operators, transport networks, and multi‑site enterprises, these trends highlight where security teams must focus over the next 12 months.

  • Strengthening Physical Security: What NZ Boards Need to Know About the PSR Framework 

    Physical security is now a core component of organisational resilience, protecting people, information, facilities and critical assets. The New Zealand Protective Security Requirements (PSR) provide a comprehensive framework that government agencies must follow, and that private-sector organisations increasingly adopt as a proven best-practice model.

  • Building Geopolitical Resilience in Times of Uncertainty 

    Discover how New Zealand organisations can build geopolitical resilience amid global uncertainty. Learn how Nextro integrates cyber, physical, and business strategies to help critical sectors anticipate, adapt, and thrive in a shifting risk landscape.

  • Unifying Hybrid Workforce Security with SASE

    Fortinet’s 2025 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report highlights global OT security trends. Nextro shares insights for New Zealand businesses on improving resilience and protecting critical operations.

  • Best Practices for Counter-Drone Deployment at Civilian Airports

    New Zealand airports face rising risks from rogue drones. DroneShield’s 2025 white paper outlines best practices for layered detection, non-kinetic mitigation, and operational resilience, insights that Nextro shares with aviation and critical-infrastructure partners.

  • Learnings from the 2025 Data Security Report

    Discover insights from the Fortinet 2025 Data Security Report and how Nextro helps NZ organisations modernise data protection beyond traditional DLP.

  • Why New Zealand IT Managers Must Embrace Operational Technology Security Platforms

    As New Zealand’s critical infrastructure and industrial assets become increasingly digitised, cybersecurity risks tied to operational technology (OT) environments continue to rise. In light of these evolving threats, CISOs must rethink their priorities. This Nextro insight explores why embracing an OT security platform is essential for aligning with strategic goals like vendor consolidation and IT/OT convergence.

  • Navigating the 2025 Cyber Threat Landscape

    The 2025 Fortinet Global Threat Landscape Report paints a stark picture of an increasingly aggressive and sophisticated cyber threat environment.

  • The State of AI in Video Surveillance: Industry Perspectives 2025

    In this Nextro analysis, we set out key insights from Axis Communications’ 2025 report on AI in video surveillance. As an Axis Gold Partner and trusted strategic technology partner for many New Zealand businesses, we know that understanding these trends is crucial for our clients seeking to enhance their security posture and gain operational efficiencies.

  • Using AI to Enhance Worker Safety on the Factory Floor

    Using AI to Enhance Worker Safety on the Factory Floor In today’s dynamic industrial environments, ensuring worker safety is more important than ever. Traditional safety protocols remain essential, but they don’t always keep pace with the real-time challenges and complexities of modern manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics. Enter Nextro partner Hanwha Vision’s Factory & Safety AI…

  • Why IoT Matters in Physical Security

    The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the way we connect, monitor, and optimise security infrastructure. With a projected 30 billion IoT devices in use by 2030, organisations are increasingly leveraging these technologies to enhance efficiency, security, and data-driven decision-making. In this article Nextro and Genetec explore how the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is…

  • Enhancing Security with Lockdown: Guidance for Marauding Terrorist Attacks

    Lockdown procedures are a critical security measure against Marauding Terrorist Attacks (MTAs). In this article, Nextro explores key insights from the UK’s CPNI on implementing effective lockdowns, highlighting strategies, challenges, and best practices for businesses and security teams in New Zealand and Australia. Stay prepared—learn how to safeguard your site.

  • Nextro and Fortinet Partner to Enhance Cybersecurity With 24/7 SOCaaS Monitoring and Incident management

    Nextro and Fortinet have partnered to provide affordable 24/7 Security Operations Centre as a Service (SOCaaS) for businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Nextro’s solution, powered by Fortinet, offers continuous network monitoring, advanced threat detection, expert analysis, and regulatory compliance to enhance cybersecurity resilience without the high costs of traditional SOCs.

  • Elevate critical infrastructure networks with Nextro and Arista

    Elevate critical infrastructure networks with Nextro and Arista Critical infrastructure industries such as energy, water supply, healthcare, and transportation are the backbone of our society. They are crucial to ensuring public safety, economic stability, and country security.    As critical infrastructure managers continually embrace digital transformation, their corporate (IT) and operational (OT) networks must be able…

  • OT environments are facing increasing cyber attacks

    OT environments are facing increasing cyber attacks According to a recent global survey released by Fortinet, 31% of organisations with OT environments reported over six intrusions in the past year, a significant increase from the 11% reported the previous year.    This alarming finding shows that despite growing efforts and investments to bolster their security posture,…

  • Harnessing AI solutions for security, operational efficiency, and health and safety compliance 

    Harnessing AI solutions for security, operational efficiency, and health and safety compliance  The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked both excitement over its potential and concerns about its risks. As AI technology continues to evolve, various industries around the globe are exploring its potential applications.   AI, which includes machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL),…

  • The Race to Cloudify the LAN

    The Race to Cloudify the LAN In 1998, Netflix shipped its first DVD – Beetlejuice – and its online rental service took off like a rocket. But it was the shift that occurred nine years later when they delivered instantaneous access to movies directly to their subscribers’ living rooms, that transformed the industry. Enterprises experienced…

  • Embracing AI: Beyond Tech to Strategic Business Transformation

    Embracing AI: Beyond Tech to Strategic Business Transformation AI is a hot topic, with C-level executives, board members, and investors enquiring about the company’s AI strategy. When discussing the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the enterprise, it’s crucial to understand it represents more than just a technological upgrade—it signifies a strategic transformation. A key aspect…

  • Genetec Clearance: Simplify video evidence management with export automation  

    Genetec Clearance: Simplify video evidence management with export automation   Most organisations have established protocols for managing video footage related to incidents that affect their operations, regardless of whether they are security or non-security-related.   Efficient video-evidence management protocols help organisations enhance their operational efficiency, reduce the risk of errors, and improve the overall safety of their…

  • Detect, track and engage with an intruder in a restricted area

    Detect, track and engage with an intruder in a restricted area In security, staying ahead of potential threats requires technology that offers both reliability and versatility.   Axis Communications has once again raised the bar with the release of the new AXIS D2210-VE radar, a sophisticated solution designed to detect, classify, and track intruders in even…

  • Protecting Your Organisation: Introduction to Operational Technology Cybersecurity 

    Protecting Your Organisation: Introduction to Operational Technology Cybersecurity  In recent years, the acceleration of digital transformation has promoted the convergence of corporate/information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) networks and opened up a realm of opportunities for organisations.   IT/Corporate networks encompass an organisation’s computing, networking, and information management aspects, whereas OT networks support devices that…

  • Protect Your Business With Next-Gen Endpoint Security

    Protect Your Business With Next-Gen Endpoint Security Next-Gen Endpoint Protection for SMBs Cyber threats are evolving faster than ever before, and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a tough challenge today. With fewer resources compared to big companies, they become prime targets for cyberattacks. As threats get smarter, SMBs need top-notch endpoint protection more than…

  • Unveiling Hidden IT Costs for SMBs

    Unveiling Hidden IT Costs for SMBs Information Technology (IT) has become the backbone for most small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in today’s digital age. Managing IT in-house is certainly appealing since you get to control everything, but there’s a catch — the obscured financial drains it introduces often go unnoticed.  For SMBs trying to stay…

  • All You Need To Know About Access Points

    All You Need To Know About Access Points Access points are crucial in providing wireless network connectivity, allowing devices to bridge wireless connections to a wired network. This comprehensive guide will delve into access points, exploring their purpose, configurations, and the benefits of upgrading. We will also compare access points with wireless routers and Wi-Fi®…

  • Nextro helps Port Taranaki transform its security and operations with new, state-of-the-art, communications room

    Nextro helps Port Taranaki transform its security and operations with new, state-of-the-art, communications room Nextro is proud to announce the successful go-live of the unified operations and security centre for our customer, Port Taranaki.   This upgrade positions the port at the forefront of modern in-port maritime security and operational efficiency and is the result…