Oct. 6, 2026

What If Security Could Be Inclusive But Invisible at the Same Time? - with Ron Shaffer, Technology Industry Leader - K-12 & Higher Education, Salto

Key Takeaways

Traditional metal keys pose significant security risks to campuses because they lack tracking, auditing, and accountability, and can be cheaply duplicated.
A lack of security incidents on campus does not mean institutions are actually safe, as administrators often suffer from 'not knowing what they don't know.'
Modern campus security should ideally be inclusive for all users while remaining invisible and frictionless in day-to-day operations.
Ron Shaffer from Salto discusses how advanced technology leaders are transforming K-12 and higher education safety protocols.
Integrating smart access control systems protects educational infrastructure without making campuses feel overly restrictive or fortress-like.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Ron Shaffer, Technology Industry Leader - K-12 & Higher Education, Salto

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How does handing someone a metal key with no signature, no tracking & no auditing put your entire campus at risk for 5 dollars at Home Depot?
Why does just because we haven't had an incident doesn't mean we're okay when you don't know what you don't know?
What makes security that is inclusive but invisible the goal when it should be protected & not neglected?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Ron Shaffer?

Ron Shaffer is a technology industry leader specializing in K-12 and higher education at Salto, focusing on modern campus security solutions.

Why are traditional metal keys a security risk for higher education?

Metal keys lack signature tracking, auditing capabilities, and accountability, and they can be easily duplicated for a few dollars at a hardware store, leaving campuses vulnerable.

What does inclusive but invisible security mean in education?

It refers to security systems that protect students and staff effectively without creating a restrictive environment or hindering daily campus accessibility.