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Architectural Differences, Strategic Implications, and Long-Term Risk Executive Summary The access control industry is undergoing a structural shift driven by cloud computing, digital identity, and increasing cybersecurity and compliance pressures. While many solutions are now marketed as “cloud-based,” significant architectural differences exist beneath similar terminology. Two terms— cloud-enabled and cloud-native —are frequently used interchangeably, despite representing

Introduction: Why 2026 Is a Defining Year for Access Control. Access control has quietly moved from being a background utility to a strategic business system. Once limited to doors, cards, and local servers, access control is now at the center of digital identity, cybersecurity, compliance, and operational resilience. As we approach 2026, the industry stands at a clear inflection point. Organizations that continue to rely on fragmented, on-premise access systems will increasi