Drako on Brivo, Eagle Eye merger: ‘We’re set to lead again'

YARMOUTH, Maine — The cloud security industry closed out 2025 with a major development: The merger of Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks, creating what executives say will be the world’s largest AI cloud-native physical security company.

The combined entity aims to tackle the growing complexity of artificial intelligence (AI) in physical security with a unified platform that integrates access control and cloud-based video surveillance. 

Security Systems News spoke with Brivo CEO Dean Drako and President Steve Van Till about the merger’s impact and how their joint expertise positions the company to shape the future of security technology. 

AI-first, cloud-native security suite 

Drako emphasized that combining video surveillance and access control opens new opportunities for customers to solve complex challenges and achieve ROI. One example: AI-powered gun detection paired with voice-activated agentic lockdown, a solution designed to help schools and businesses respond to critical threats. 

“The Brivo Security Suite brings a powerful, smart security solution that is AI-first and cloud-native,” he said. “It has everything a business owner or enterprise needs. Integrating access control, video intelligence, visitor management, and intrusion detection into a single solution, Brivo empowers enterprises to anticipate, deter and respond to security threats, and to improve business operations.” 

Driving innovation & market leadership 

Drako said the March 2025 launch of the Brivo Security Suite reiforces the rationale for the merger. 

“Brivo and Eagle Eye are accustomed to being first movers in the industry,” Drako added. “We were first to the cloud, first to bring cybersecurity to the forefront and first with an open platform. With the merger, we’re set to lead again as the world’s largest AI cloud-native physical security company.” 

What the merger means for partners & customers 

Looking ahead to 2026, Van Till said the company’s priorities remain focused on delivering a unified suite of security products and exceptional technical and customer support for reseller partners. 

“For existing partners, the merger will streamline the process of working with us,” noted Van Till. “Customers will be able to purchase products from one company and have one contact for billing and support. The merger better aligns with our resellers and end users. We will be easier to work with, we expect to increase our time to market, and we’re excited about combining sales and R&D talents. Better product, service, and time to market will help our resellers accelerate the growth of their companies. We have consistently heard from our resellers that they would prefer to work with a single company.”