Unified Security Ltd
Pioneering Security Convergence for a Safer Tomorrow
Founded in 2009 by James Willison, Unified Security Ltd has been at the forefront of a united security approach called Security Convergence. By bridging the gap between physical security and cybersecurity, we deliver integrated, holistic solutions that provide unparalleled protection in an increasingly interconnected world.
Why Unified Security Ltd?
Leaders in Security Convergence: With James Willison’s visionary leadership, we’ve become experts in uniting physical and digital security strategies to address today’s most complex challenges.
Integrated Solutions: From securing your premises to protecting your data, our seamless approach ensures comprehensive security across all aspects of your organisation.
Tailored Expertise: Every business is unique, and so are its vulnerabilities. We design customised solutions that align with your operational needs, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Future-Ready Technology: Our convergence strategies leverage smart systems, IoT security, and advanced analytics to stay ahead of emerging threats.
What is Security Convergence?
Security Convergence is the integration of physical and cybersecurity practices to address modern threats that don’t recognise boundaries. By unifying these domains, Unified Security Ltd provides:
Streamlined Protection: Simplify your security operations with a unified approach.
Enhanced Threat Detection: Identify risks early by leveraging data from both physical and digital environments.
Proactive Risk Management: Respond to incidents faster with cohesive monitoring and control.
Research That Shaped Converged Security
Between 2017 and 2023, Unified Security Ltd, Virtually Informed and Axis Communications jointly published four white papers. They were written by James Willison and Sarb Sembhi, and Steven Kenny of Axis led Axis's support for the series. The papers trace how security has had to change as buildings, cities and organisations become connected:
Supporting Enterprise Security Risk Management: How Vendors Can Support ESRM and CSM Strategies (2017) — Why physical and cyber security teams must manage risk together, and what vendors should provide to support them.
Smart GDPR Assurance for a Smarter World (2018) — How GDPR applies to smart buildings and IoT, and each stakeholder's role in data protection by design.
Smart Buildings & Smart Cities Security (2019) — The security challenges of smart buildings and smart cities, with practical recommendations for project teams.
The Role of Trust in Happiness and Well-being in Smart Cities (2023) — Why citizens' trust in how their data is used decides whether smart cities succeed.
The series became some of Axis's most downloaded white papers, and its themes remain central to securing connected environments today.
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New Security Convergence Guide!
James Willison, Founder of Unified Security Ltd, has collaborated with Kaseware, a world class leader in investigations software, 'turning large volumes of data into easily understandable intelligence in the fight against crime', and co authored a strategic response. James is proud to be a referral partner for Kaseware. Contact us for more information.
March
2025
Our Mission
To empower businesses with innovative security solutions that align with the realities of an interconnected world, ensuring resilience and peace of mind.
Ready to Embrace Security Convergence?
Expert Team Collaboration
The IFSEC Converged Security Centre
Proven Leadership
Led by James Willison, an internationally recognised expert in Security Convergence and Enterprise Security Risk Management.
IoT Cybersecurity in the SBE for Facilities Professionals
James is Co-Chair of the SBE WG, IoTSF. This webinar introduces a practical and authoritative guide to securing Smart Buildings from cyber attacks.
Unified Security: International Security Conferences
IFSEC International, ASIS Europe and IoT Security Foundation Annual Conference
Unified Security Ltd has a strong foundation in identifying and addressing security risks. James speaking at the IoT Security Foundation Annual Conference 2024 (left), James with Rachelle Loyear, Mike Hurst, and Volker Wagner (CISO BASF) at ASIS Europe in 2019, (below). Dominic Littlewood (BBC) visits the Converged Security Centre at IFSEC 2022, with Stephen Delph (Kaseware) (right)
15
Years Established
