Gallagher Security’s latest release, Command Centre v9.40, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of access control technology. With a strong focus on enhancing the capabilities of the Controller 7000 (C7000), v9.40 delivers a host of new features and enhancements designed to improve scalability, security and operational efficiency for organizations managing complex environments.

One of the most impactful updates is the expanded door capacity of the C7000. With support for up to 24 doors per controller, this enhancement is aimed at giving security teams greater flexibility in how they design and manage access across their sites.

Command Centre v9.40 also introduces Lock Cycle Counting, a proactive maintenance feature that tracks the number of lock and unlock cycles per door. This allows site owners and channel partners to monitor lock usage and receive alerts when locks approach their rated limits.

With v9.40, the C7000 accommodates up to 40 HBUS readers and 32 OSDP readers. This expanded reader support allows for broader coverage and more flexible site configurations, helping organizations address growing access control demands.

Security and platform resilience are also front and center in this v9.40 release. A significant upgrade to the Linux kernel enhances cybersecurity, system responsiveness and compatibility with modern hardware.

Operational efficiency also gets a boost with several new features aimed at improving the day-to-day experience for operators and technicians. The Identify Controller Override feature allows installers to visually confirm which controller is being worked on from within Command Centre. Phase 1 of Dual Ethernet support enhances network reliability by enabling independent interfaces, while an upgraded web server architecture introduces secure session management and lays the groundwork for future plug-in modules and app-based extensions.

Beyond the Controller 7000, Command Centre v9.40 introduces a range of features and enhancements that improve usability and compliance across the platform. AccessNow (available in early 2026) is a cloud-native platform that automates access and credential requests, allowing users to request access from any device and have it provisioned automatically once approved.

For organizations embracing cloud-first strategies, Command Centre v9.40 introduces integration with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) for single sign-on.

The Bulk Random Selection feature adds support for ad-hoc, scheduled and event-driven random selection of cardholders, helping sites comply with health and safety regulations such as drug and alcohol testing. Meanwhile, Manual Access Events allow privileged operators to correct historical movement data, improving the accuracy of time reports, evacuation records and fatigue management calculations.

For environments like correctional facilities, Automatic Workstation Routing ensures that control responsibilities are automatically transferred to remote operators when they log in and returned to the central control room when they log out. In addition, Workstation Disablement gives privileged operators the ability to disable or re-enable workstations during maintenance or security events.

The Encoding Kiosk Application now supports Gallagher and third-party card data, allowing use across multiple systems and readers. Language accessibility also improves with built-in non-English language support, which no longer requires separate license strings.

Finally, the ability to Export Shareable Apple Keys enables Apple credentials to be programmed at supported third-party readers, allowing employees to authenticate across all site readers using their mobile devices.