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Compliance is often treated as a high-level discussion, but the real work of protecting data happens where information is first captured. Learn why securing your endpoints, scanners, terminals, and access devices, is the true starting point for reliable, POPIA-compliant security and successful digital transformation.

Every festive season, residential estates face a quiet, growing security threat: homeowners are compromising strict biometric access control by leaving their personal phones (and their digital facial profiles) with short-term rental guests for easy gate entry. This shortcut, intended for convenience, leads to a complete loss of traceability, multi-guest 'piggybacking,' and zero accountability in case of an incident.

Security in South Africa has evolved. It’s no longer just gates or guards — it’s about awareness, accountability, and trust. Digital systems let organisations know who is entering, when, and why, while keeping personal data POPIA-compliant. Tools like ATG Cam link access, cameras, and dashboards for real-time alerts and secure storage. Security now empowers teams, protects people, and builds trust, creating safer, respected spaces for all.

South African estates can require domestic workers and service providers to register, but fairness is key. Security doesn’t have to feel cold or discriminatory, digital visitor management makes access seamless, respectful, and compliant. Safety can be smart and kind.

This festive season, South African restaurants and venues face their busiest, and riskiest, time of year. With crime rates spiking by up to 30% in December, outdated security could cost more than profits. Discover how digital access control protects guests, staff, and reputation when it matters most. Read why venues can’t afford security gaps this festive season.

Not all “smart” access control systems are truly secure—many are outdated remotes or isolated components exposing estates to risk. A genuine smart system integrates biometrics, licence plate recognition, and digital visitor management, backed by cloud intelligence and compliance with POPIA. ATG Digital delivers seamless, reliable, and secure access solutions that adapt, learn, and protect beyond the gate.

South Africa’s women in IT and data leadership are pioneering a new era of tech. By bringing diverse perspectives to the table, they are proving that inclusion creates superior, more robust solutions. Their impact on security technology and digital infrastructure is transforming the landscape for everyone.

Estate security is a shared responsibility. The article highlights that risks often arise from "inside jobs" by employees or syndicates, as well as complacency with routine visitors and deliveries. Furthermore, driveway hijackings are a serious threat. To counteract these dangers, it is crucial to implement strict verification protocols, vet employees thoroughly, and use technologies like license plate recognition and biometric access control systems.

Think a boom gate and a uniformed guard are enough to keep your complex, estate, or gated community safe? Think again. Unauthorised...