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November 19, 2025
Hospitals are among the most complex environments to secure. With high patient and visitor volumes, multiple entry points and critical areas requiring restricted access, traditional security systems can fall short. Growing risks of workplace violence, unauthorized access and operational disruptions make it clear that healthcare facilities need a smarter, more proactive approach to security.
With 3D detection, real-time monitoring and privacy-preserving situational awareness, LiDAR and digital twin technologies represent a considerable leap in hospital safety. Hexagon’s newly released e-book, “LiDAR and digital twins: The next leap in hospital security,” explores how these advanced technologies are revolutionizing healthcare security and is a must-read for anyone involved in hospital operations, security or IT.
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Did you know that healthcare workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence than employees in other industries? Or that hospitals experience a range of security incidents (from unauthorized access to theft and vandalism) on a daily basis?
Traditional systems that rely on 2D cameras and door-based access controls struggle to keep up with the dynamic, high-stakes nature of hospital environments. They often generate false alarms, lack real-time insights and fail to provide a comprehensive view of what’s happening across sprawling, multibuilding campuses.
LiDAR is a cutting-edge sensing technology that uses laser pulses to create a real-time, 3D map of an environment. Unlike cameras, it works in all lighting conditions, whether it’s a brightly lit emergency room or a dimly lit stairwell, and doesn’t rely on intrusive video or audio feeds. These benefits have wide-ranging implications.
When combined with digital twins (3D virtual replicas of physical spaces), LiDAR opens an entirely new dimension of possibilities, as outlined in the e-book. Discover five key ways healthcare facilities can utilize these technologies, including internal zone monitoring and emergency response visualization.
As hospitals modernize their infrastructure and adopt zero-trust security models, LiDAR and digital twins are a necessary and future-proof investment. Beyond immediate benefits like reducing false alarms and improving response times, AI integration with these technologies offers at least six long-term advantages. For instance, operational analytics optimize staffing and space utilization based on real-time crowd flow data.
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Hexagon’s new e-book “LiDAR and digital twins: The next leap in hospital security” explores the topics discussed in more depth, including:
Download the e-book now and start transforming your hospital’s security strategy today.
Whether you’re just beginning or exploring the bounds of next-generation technology, Hexagon is here to support you every step of the way. Together, let’s build safer, smarter and more resilient healthcare facilities.
Michael Phraner is a senior marketing support specialist for Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division. He holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of North Alabama. Prior to joining Hexagon, he worked in the telecommunications industry. Michael enjoys chess, playing drums and deep conversations.
