AI Screening Systems Must Prioritize Throughput and Accuracy for Large-Scale Venues

The selection of Xtract One Technologies’ AI-powered SmartGateway screening system for the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) underscores a critical shift in venue security: safety must now be measured by seamless integration into the guest experience. The company, which is based in Toronto but maintains an AI team in Vancouver and Fredericton, emphasized that modern large-scale events demand technology that minimizes operational friction while maintaining high threat detection standards.

This capability addresses a growing international expectation: as more global sporting events draw visitors from different cultural contexts, the tolerance for long lines and invasive searches decreases significantly. Evans noted that security technology must achieve accuracy and throughput simultaneously, avoiding the secondary screening noise that turns entry points into bottlenecks. The system's portable and configurable footprint also allows venues to adapt their security setup quickly.

The deployment highlights a specific market need: Canadian institutions are seeking rigorous security solutions that protect people without treating them like suspects. This focus on non-intrusive protection is positioning Vancouver, where Xtract One’s AI team operates, as a key hub for developing the next generation of public venue safety technology.