The latest release of our award-winning site management platform, Command Centre v9.30 is here. As one of our most feature-rich releases to date, v9.30 is packed with powerful enhancements and integrations that elevate security, streamline operations, and reduce IT overhead. Whether you're managing a single site, a global network, or operating from one of the world’s most remote locations, Command Centre v9.30 is designed to help you do more - faster, smarter, and more securely.
OneLink: Cloud-Powered Remote Security
Headlining our v9.30 release is OneLink. Set to revolutionize how remote sites are secured, OneLink removes the need for VPNs or complex network extensions by connecting a Controller 7000 to Command Centre via the cloud, providing fast, secure, and scalable deployment of security infrastructure anywhere in the world.
- Security, anywhere: Protect remote sites and assets with full Command Centre capabilities, no matter what the location.
- Cut deployment time: “Connect & Go” simplifies setup, reducing project timelines and IT strain.
- Reduce costs: Eliminate the need for VPNs and extra hardware - saving on both upfront and maintenance costs.
- Future-forward: Aligns with modern IT strategies using secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.
- Streamlined deployment: No need to extend corporate networks or configure VPNs.
- Less IT involvement: Cloud-based setup reduces dependency on internal IT teams.
- New revenue opportunities: Secure previously unreachable or complex locations with ease.
Remove Expired Credentials Automatically
With Command Centre v9.30 credential management just got easier. This latest release introduces automated removal of expired credentials, helping organizations maintain tighter security while reducing administrative workload - especially in environments with high cardholder turnover.
- Automated cleanup: Bulk Change now removes expired credentials across all card types.
- Optimize mobile credential use: Free up licenses by removing expired or unused credentials.
- Simplify multi-tenant management: Efficiently manage shared credentials in multi-tenant environments.
Encoding Kiosk Application
Managing card transitions between Gallagher and third-party systems is now seamless with Command Centre v9.30. The Encoding Kiosk Application allows for encoding and reading of both Gallagher and third-party cards, ensuring a smooth experience for cardholders during system upgrades or mixed-reader environments.
- Simplifies card management: One card works across both Gallagher and third-party readers.
- Smooth reader transitions: Continue using the same card during system upgrades.
- Flexible encoding: Supports reading/writing Gallagher and third-party formats for maximum compatibility.
Custom Fields for Items
V9.30 now offers greater flexibility with the ability to define custom fields for items (excluding cardholders). This enhancement allows organizations to better categorize and tailor system elements to their specific operational needs.
- Enhanced categorization: Organize and classify items more effectively.
- Greater flexibility: Customize items to match operational requirements.
Locker Attributes
With v9.30 locker management is now more intelligent and secure. With the ability to assign attributes like size and function, organizations can control locker access more precisely and optimize locker usage across their facilities.
- Improved access control: Restrict locker access based on size, function, or other attributes.
- Optimized locker use: Allocate lockers more efficiently with better categorization.
- Enhanced user experience: Let users choose locker types or restrict them based on access rights.
- • *Note: Requires a locker license to enable this feature.*
Vortex Integration
Command Centre’s integration with Vortex Systems' unattended ground sensors, brings real-time ground movement detection into your centralized security platform. Available with v9.30. this integration enhances situational awareness and automates responses to potential perimeter breaches.
- Enhanced detection: Monitor ground movement for better intruder detection.
- Centralized monitoring: View all alarms and data within Command Centre.
- Real-time awareness: Visualize alarms on site plans and alarm viewers.
- Automated responses: Trigger action plans and notifications instantly.
- Comprehensive reporting: Use built-in tools for deeper security insights.
Visit Counting
Visitor Management now includes visit counting, allowing sites to enforce visit limits over rolling periods, assisting with compliance and ensuring that individuals do not exceed permitted access thresholds.
- Policy enforcement: Limit the number of visits per person over a rolling period.
- Compliance support: Ensure visitors don’t exceed thresholds - ideal for sites with vetting requirements.
- Proactive alerts: Notify visitors when they’re nearing their visit limit.
Date of Warranty Report
Stay ahead of hardware issues with Command Centre v9.30’s Date of Warranty Report feature. This tool provides visibility into the warranty status of all Controllers and HBUS Devices, helping organizations plan maintenance and replacements proactively.
- Maintenance planning: Identify out-of-warranty devices before they fail.
- Lifecycle optimization: Build a structured hardware replacement strategy.
- Care Plan support: Includes extended warranty data for Care Plan customers.
Network Connectivity Tool
Troubleshooting network issues is now faster and easier with the latest release of Command Centre. The new Network Connectivity Tool allows technicians to test connectivity and port status directly from Command Centre, reducing downtime and reliance on IT support.
- Quick diagnostics: Test network connectivity and port status directly from Command Centre.
- Fewer support calls: Resolve common issues without needing IT intervention.
IDEMIA VisionPass SP Integration
The IDEMIA VisionPass SP brings advanced facial recognition to Command Centre. With fast, contactless authentication and a compact design, it’s ideal for both high-traffic and space-constrained environments.
- Advanced biometric security: Anti-spoofing tech ensures secure facial recognition.
- High-speed, contactless access: Matches faces in under a second - even in poor lighting.
- User-friendly design: Minimal behavioral adjustment needed; sleek and compact for easy installation.
Salto Automatic Key Assignment
Credential management for Salto Space integration is now automated. This feature allows Salto cards to be updated automatically at wired update points, improving efficiency and reducing manual work - especially at remote sites.
- Boosts efficiency: Automatically encodes Salto cards at update points - no manual steps required.
- Ideal for remote sites: Enables credential updates without needing encoder access.
- Supports multiple card types: Compatible with MIFARE Classic and DESFire.
- Improves security: Maintains consistent DESFire settings with operator-controlled access.
- Simplifies migration: Eases the transition for Gallagher sites adopting Salto integration.
Command Centre v9.30 is another example of Gallagher’s commitment to relentlessly innovate.
Gallagher Security Chief Product Officer, Meredith Palmer says, “As one of the most feature rich platforms on the market, our Command Centre releases continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’re committed to innovating and uncovering new ways we can unlock even greater value for our users through the power of our solutions and our integration capabilities.”
She concludes, “With Command Centre v9.30 we are putting more power in the hands of our customers, enabling innovative ways to meet business needs, and unlocking even greater value for everyone in the Gallagher ecosystem."