Case Study: Cincinnati Open achieves scalable security across its expanded venue with Genea

Cincinnati Open secures 125 readers in 11 months with Genea

The Cincinnati Open, a world-class tennis venue, faced a significant security challenge following a $260 million renovation that doubled its campus size to 40 acres. They required a new access control system capable of securing over 100 new access points and managing complex credentials for a larger tournament and year-round operations without compromising their welcoming atmosphere. To address this, they partnered with vendor Genea for a cloud-native security solution.

Genea implemented a flexible, cloud-based access control system across approximately 125 readers in just 11 months. Through Genea's centralized platform, the venue can now utilize mobile employee credentials, specialized tournament badges, and ticketed access, giving administrators greater visibility and control. The result was a scalable security ecosystem that protects players, staff, and fans while supporting the tournament’s continued growth.

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