Acre Security, a global provider of integrated security technology, announced the launch of Acre Bridge, a new device designed to connect existing on-premises access control systems directly to Acre Access Control (AAC). Acre Bridge enables organisations to move towards the cloud on their own terms, evolving in line with their security needs at a pace that reflects operational realities.

Set to be unveiled at ISC West 2026, Acre Bridge addresses a growing market reality: most organisations operate hybrid security environments that cannot transition to the cloud overnight. By synchronising people, devices and events between existing controllers and AAC, Acre Bridge allows customers to run existing and cloud-native systems in parallel throughout the transition without compromise, while unlocking modern capabilities such as mobile credentials and centralised remote management.

The launch reflects a broader strategic focus, shaped by partner feedback, to deliver modernisation without disruption.

“Last year was about listening and defining our direction forward,” said Kumar Sokka, CEO of Acre Security. “Our partners want modernization without disruption and a clearer path to long-term growth. Acre Bridge delivers that flexibility, and now our focus is execution, simplifying how we work together and enabling partners and customers to modernize with confidence.”

The launch of Acre Bridge coincides with a refreshed global partner programme designed to better support partners navigating hybrid and cloud-driven business models. Building on operational investments made over the past year, Acre is also enhancing its partner portal with RevCloud integration to simplify quoting and ordering. In addition, Acre is introducing a more aligned programme structure to ensure incentives, resources and programme tiers better reflect partners’ evolving on-premises and cloud business models, along with dedicated market development funds for qualified partners.

Acre’s broader strategy centres on a unified security portfolio anchored by Acre Access Control. The platform integrates access control, intrusion, visitor management and video capabilities into a cohesive solution, while continuing to support established on-premises platforms, recognising their proven reliability and ongoing role in hybrid deployments.