Gallagher Security has announced the release of their 2026 Security Industry Trends Report.
The company says that the report highlights a growing opportunity for security to play a more strategic, value-driven role across organisations worldwide.
Drawing on insights from End Users, Channel Partners, Consultants and technology stakeholders across the world, Gallagher states that the 2026 report shows security continuing to evolve beyond traditional protection.
As organisations look to simplify complexity and make more informed decisions, security systems are increasingly being recognised for their ability to support operational efficiency, compliance, accountability and business performance.
“Reduce complexity, create clarity and deliver value”
Mark Junge, Chief Executive of Gallagher Security commented: “This year’s report highlights a real opportunity for security.
“Organisations are asking more strategic questions about how security can reduce complexity, create clarity and deliver value that reaches well beyond the security team.”
Identified opportunities
Gallagher explains that one of the most significant opportunities identified in the report is the growing role of return on investment (ROI) as a shared language between security leaders, executives, IT and operations.
While confidence in measuring ROI varies, the findings suggest many organisations are already generating tangible value from their security systems through integration, data and automation.
The opportunity now lies in better articulating that impact in ways that resonate across the business.
Reflecting this shift, integration has emerged as the number one factor influencing security system decisions.
Rather than focusing solely on individual features, organisations are prioritising connected platforms that unlock insight, improve efficiency and help maximise the value of existing investments.
According to the company, this represents a practical and achievable path to stronger outcomes without significant disruption.
The report also highlights how security’s influence is expanding as purchasing and strategy decisions increasingly involve IT, finance, facilities, HR, legal and executive leadership.
This broader involvement is opening new opportunities for security teams to contribute to wider business objectives, supported by solutions that emphasise ease of use, strong support and clear communication.
“A real opportunity”
Junge later added: “Security has a real opportunity right now to elevate its role.
“When security leaders can clearly communicate impact – whether that’s time saved, risk reduced or efficiency gained, it builds trust and enables stronger collaboration across the organisation.”
The next phase
Gallagher highlights that while adoption of cloud services, AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics continue to grow, the report suggests that the industry is entering a more mature phase of innovation.
Organisations are increasingly focused on technologies they can trust, clearly understand and confidently deploy, creating space for solutions that deliver practical, measurable outcomes rather than promise alone.
Taken together, the findings point to an industry moving into its next phase of opportunity, one where security’s success is defined by impact, clarity and confidence.
Availability
The Gallagher Security Industry Trends Report 2026 is now available and provides a comprehensive view of the opportunities shaping security decisions in the year ahead, offering practical insight for leaders navigating complexity across people, technology and performance.
