Nextro’s ‘Security in the Clouds’ Event Takes Flight with Advanced Innovation and Unmatched Expertise

Nextro hosted a group of customers at RNZAF Base Auckland in Whenuapai for its Security in the Clouds event, bringing together aviation, leadership, and discussions on the future of physical and cyber security in a cloud-enabled environment.

Held on 26 September 2024, the event included a rare opportunity for attendees to spend time aboard a C-130 Hercules aircraft. The experience provided a distinctive setting for conversations around the evolving security landscape, including the increasing role of cloud technologies in physical security, cybersecurity, and network resilience. 

A key moment of the day was a session with Willie Apiata, VC, New Zealand’s only living recipient of the Victoria Cross. Apiata shared reflections on leadership, resilience, and decision-making, emphasising that security, at its core, is about people. While technologies and platforms continue to advance, he noted that they ultimately exist to support the individuals and teams responsible for making critical decisions in complex environments. 

Discussions throughout the event reinforced the importance of adopting secure, flexible, and scalable solutions as security systems continue to move into cloud-based architectures. As physical and electronic security platforms become more interconnected, protecting the systems that underpin them is increasingly essential. 

Nextro’s partnerships with Genetec and Axis Communications were also highlighted, demonstrating how collaboration with leading technology providers supports more unified and resilient security outcomes for New Zealand organisations. These partnerships enable customers to take advantage of cloud-enabled innovation while maintaining strong security foundations. 

The event concluded with acknowledgements to Willie Apiata, the RNZAF crew, attending customers, and technology partners. Security in the Cloud underscored the value of bringing together industry practitioners and subject-matter experts to explore emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the future of security in New Zealand. 

If you would like to understand how cloud-enabled physical and cyber security solutions can support your organisation’s security strategy, contact Nextro to speak with one of our security specialists.