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Explore XS4 Com iGO, the next-generation door intercom system designed to seamlessly blend with the digital lifestyle of today's users. By combining sophisticated technology with user-friendly features, XS4 Com iGO transforms the way we manage access in various environments, from homes to workspaces.  

The evolution of the access control system 

Intercoms have come a long way, transitioning from audio-based only to modern, multifunctional systems. Initially designed to announce a visitor's arrival, early intercoms were about basic communication, speaking through a panel to verify and decide on granting access.  

As technology evolved, so did intercoms. The integration of video capabilities was a critical development, allowing for visual confirmation of guests, enhancing both security and convenience.  

Today, the evolution continues with intercom systems that integrate seamlessly into our (digital) lives. It's not just about seeing or speaking with visitors anymore but about creating a connected, secure, and convenient (w)ecosystem. They offer advanced features such as remote access control, history logs, access notifications and integration capabilities, reflecting our expectations for technology that provides not just security, but also comfort and smart connectivity.  

In this context of digital advancement, solutions like Salto’s XS4 Com iGO represent the next step (advance) in intercom technology,—designed for users who prioritize seamless and integrated communication.  

The problem with current systems  

While modern intercom systems have embraced video capabilities to allow visual verification of visitors, enhancing both security and convenience, challenges in their everyday use remain.   

One of the challenges is the need to physically approach the intercom for every visitor—whether at home or in the office, which interrupts work and personal time. This routine becomes particularly inconvenient when it involves unnecessary walking, a big contrast to the seamless interactions we've become used to with modern technology.  

Furthermore, these systems often lack the flexibility to adjust settings based on the user's immediate needs, such as turning off the ringtone during a meeting or nap time, further showing the need for an intercom solution that adapts to the user's lifestyle rather than controlling it. All this reveals a gap in a design that should be more user than product centric.   

In response to these challenges, XS4 Com door intercom platform appears as a thoughtfully designed solution. It represents a step forward by providing a system that marries the convenience of modern technology with simplicity needed for everyday life.  

Introducing XS4 Com  

In the evolution of access management, XS4 Com iGO introduces a new approach that aligns with the modern user’s digital-first lifestyle. At its heart, the system redefines visitor management by employing QR code and NFC technology to connect remotely with hosts, facility managers, concierges, and other designated individuals at the door, a simple yet effective solution that caters to both security and convenience.

Key features include: 

• Streamlined Visitor Access: Visitors can initiate contact by scanning a QR code or tapping their NFC-enabled phone on an iGO plate. 
• Two-Way Verification: Supports both video and audio interactions, allowing users to confirm visitor identity visually before granting access. 
• Geofencing Capability: Geofencing ensures calls are only made when visitors are near the property, enhancing security. 
• User Control Options: Users have the flexibility to accept or decline calls based on their convenience. 
• Mobile Management: Access management is fully controllable via the user’s smartphone. 
• Remote door control: User can open your doors from anywhere via the XS4 Com app 

When visitors arrive, they are presented with a streamlined option to initiate contact: scanning XS4 Com iGO’s QR code or tapping it with their NFC-enabled phone. This action launches a web interface on the visitor’s device, displaying a digital phonebook from which they can select the intended contact. Upon selection, a notification is instantly sent to the users’s XS4 Com iGO app, prompting a video call request.  

At this point, users have the flexibility to manage the interaction directly from their app. They can choose to accept the call, which activates a secure video communication allowing them to visually confirm the visitor's identity before granting access. Alternatively, if it’s not a convenient time, tenants can decline the call with just a tap, maintaining their privacy and controlling access according to their current availability. This dual interaction model not only streamlines the entry process but also significantly enhances security and verification measures, making the entire experience seamless and secure. 

Furthermore, XS4 Com iGO employs geofencing to ensure that calls can only be initiated when visitors are physically near the property, with customizable distance settings managed by the site manager. For added security, visitors are required to have their camera on during the call, while tenants have the discretion to enable or disable their cameras, ensuring privacy and control.  

XS4 Com iGO simplifies access management, making it easily controllable from anywhere through its app. This not only elevates security but integrates effortlessly with daily life, combining convenience with peace of mind. Its adaptability shines in both residential and commercial settings, enhancing spaces with smart technology without the burden of complex setups.   

Marc Handels, Chief Technology Innovation Officer and Co-Founder at Salto, highlights the transformative nature of this product: 

"With XS4 Com iGO, we are revolutionizing the way people interact with intercom systems by combining cutting-edge technology with intuitive design. iGO allows for the installation of an intercom almost anywhere, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional unit. This new platform empowers users with unparalleled convenience and security, ensuring that managing and using access can be as seamless and smart as the modern world demands." 

XS4 Com Smart Access Ecosystem

XS4 Com iGO’s flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of settings. For instance, in coworking spaces, it can manage access without disrupting the collaborative atmosphere, allowing easy and secure entry for members. In boutique hotels, the system offers a streamlined, hassle-free check-in process that enhances the overall guest experience, reflecting the high standards of service these hotels try to maintain. In residential complexes, XS4 Com iGO increases security by ensuring that only verified individuals can access the premises, providing peace of mind for residents. These applications demonstrate how XS4 Com iGO adapts to various needs, extendable to any space prioritizing secure and convenient access solutions  

A defining feature of XS4 Com iGO lies in its ability to integrate with existing Salto smart access platforms like Salto KS and Salto Homelok, bringing a new level of functionality to access management. This integration allows residents and office workers, through the same XS4 Com iGO app used for video calls, to remotely open doors. It's an effortless extension of the system's capabilities, ensuring that managing access is as intuitive as answering a call.  

This feature significantly benefits users by combining the convenience of visual verification with the practicality of remote door operation. Whether granting access to a delivery person or welcoming a guest, users enjoy a unified experience within a single app interface, streamlining the interaction.  

As we've navigated the transition from traditional intercoms to the innovative XS4 Com iGO, it's clear this system offers a new approach to access management, suited for today's digital lifestyle.  

It serves efficiently as a standalone system but also offers smooth integrations with Salto's existing products, addressing different needs for modern access management.  

With installation managed by certified partners, XS4 Com iGO promises a straightforward setup, ensuring users can quickly benefit from its advanced features.  

For those curious about tailoring XS4 Com to their unique building, Salto is ready to provide further details and support. 

Incorporating mobile access and smart credentials into your property's access control strategy can significantly improve convenience, security and efficiency. 

In the world of multi-family access control, balancing security and convenience has always been a fine line. Traditionally, physical keys have been the primary tools for securing buildings. However, with the rise of smart credentials and mobile access solutions such as apps, Wallet, Bluetooth LE, and NFC (Near Field Communication) technologies, the landscape is changing dramatically. These innovations prove that enhanced security can coexist with greater ease of use for residents, staff, and visitors alike. 

Embracing keyless access for multi-family properties 

As our lives become more digitally connected, mobile access has transformed how people interact with access control systems—particularly in high-end residential, multi-family, and build-to-rent (BTR) properties. Physical access cards are becoming a thing of the past, with mobile credentials offering a more streamlined and secure keyless alternative. 

By incorporating mobile access and smart credentials into your property’s access control strategy, you can drastically improve convenience, security, and efficiency. Allowing residents and staff to use their smartphones as digital keys significantly reduces the risk of lost or forgotten credentials, saving time and resources spent on issuing replacements. It also reduces the administrative burden, enabling property managers to focus on other critical tasks. 

Top 10 benefits of smart access solutions 

Beyond convenience, mobile and smart access credentials provide multi-family properties with a range of benefits. By embracing this technology, you can offer a more user-friendly and secure environment for residents while positioning your property as a modern, forward-thinking space. 

Here are the top ten benefits of adopting smart access solutions: 

1. Convenience: Residents and staff can easily access secure areas using smartphones, smart cards, or key fobs. 

2. Enhanced Security: Advanced encryption and authentication protocols make mobile credentials more secure than traditional keys. 

3. Cost-Effective: Eliminates the expense of reissuing lost or stolen physical keys or keycards. 

4. User-Friendly: Mobile access apps and smart credentials offer intuitive interfaces for managing access permissions. 

5. Seamless Integration: Through solutions like the Salto NCoder, you can integrate secure smart credentials with other smart building systems and app-based solutions for greater connectivity. 

6. Remote Management: Administrators can grant, modify,or revoke access remotely, offering enhanced control. 

7. Audit Trails: Provides detailed logs of who accessed specific areas and when, improving security oversight. 

8. Scalability: Easily accommodates your building’s growing access control needs without major infrastructure changes. 

9. Contactless Access: Ideal for health-conscious environments, reducing physical contact with surfaces. 

10. Future-Proof Technology: Ensures that your property remains up-to-date with the latest technological advancements in access control. 

Understanding mobile access credentials 

Mobile access credentials come in two main forms: app-based and wallet-based. Both options offer unique advantages, depending on your property’s needs. 

• App-based credentials: With solutions like Salto’s Homelok app, you can download a mobile app that acts as a digital key. These apps provide flexibility and ease of use, allowing residents to access secured areas by simply presenting their smartphone to compatible readers. 
   
• Wallet-based credentials: These are stored in digital wallets, such as Apple Wallet, and rely on NFC technology to interact with readers. They deliver a streamlined user experience that mirrors everyday smartphone use, making it a natural extension of daily life. 

The rise of smart credentials 

While physical credentials like smart keycards still hold a place in access control, mobile credentials represent the future. Smartphones, with their built-in security features such as biometric authentication, offer unparalleled protection and can be updated via software to stay ahead of cyber threats. 

However, there are many reasons to still prefer physical credentials. In these cases, it’s crucial to move away from legacy systems like magstripe cards and adopt secure alternatives like Salto’s Homelok NCoder, which encodes MIFARE DESFire EV3 contactless credentials. This hybrid approach of both smart cards and mobile credentials ensures that properties cater to diverse preferences without compromising on security. 

At Salto, we are fully embracing this hybrid model. Our hardware and software platforms support a range of credentials, from BLE mobile access to NFC wallet-based solutions, ensuring flexibility for you and all of your residents. 

Empowering multi-family properties with smarter credentials 

The introduction of mobile credentials means residents, staff, and visitors can now gain access to everything from apartment doors to shared amenities using only their phones. With Salto Homelok, residents can add digital keys to their mobile wallet or app and enjoy a seamless experience across all Salto-equipped areas. 

This shift towards digital access not only enhances convenience but also positions your property as a modern, forward-thinking place to live. This ensures your properties align with the expectations of today’s tech-savvy residents. 

Want to learn more about how Salto Homelok can transform access control in your multi-family property? 

Contact our team today, or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram for the latest updates in access control technology. 

Imagine an app that opens doors effortlessly with just a tap of your smartphone. While Digital Keys are already a reality, we've taken the concept to a new level of convenience and efficiency. For Salto KS users, your Digital Key is your best friend—no more digging through pockets or rummaging through bags for physical keys. With a simple press of a button, you can unlock doors instantly. The Salto KS app offers extensive features for Site Owners and Admins to manage sites, users, and access via the Salto KS Web and Mobile apps. But what about the everyday user who wants a straightforward, faster, and easier way to open doors? The team at Salto has found a way to achieve this with a lightweight and user-focused app.  

Introducing Salto KS Keychain, our brand-new Digital Key app for iOS and Android, and compatible with Apple Watch and Wear OS smartwatches. We've created the perfect solution for you, whether you're a university student entering your dorm late at night, a tenant enjoying building amenities, or a hybrid worker accessing your office. With Digital Keys at your fingertips, this app provides seamless access for your everyday needs. In this blog post we will walk you through the benefits of Salto KS Keychain and how it works. We are also proud to announce that Digital Key NFC is now available for Android, offering faster and more convenient access than ever before. Read ahead to discover the app!  

What is Salto KS Keychain? 

Salto KS Keychain is a lite app and streamlined version of the Salto KS app designed to offer the primary functionality of Digital Key access. It is ideal for the everyday user who requires a fast, efficient, and easy-to-use solution to open doors with their smartphones. The app is significantly smaller than the Salto KS app due to the absence of administrative tools. As a result, Salto KS Keychain ensures quick downloads, minimal storage usage, and faster performance, making it ideal for users with limited device capacity or weaker internet connections. Just like the Salto KS Mobile App, the Salto KS Keychain app is for both iOS and Android and offers Digital Key for Apple Watch and Wear OS smartwatches.  

The main difference between the Salto KS Keychain and the Salto KS Mobile App lies in their core functionalities. The KS Keychain app focuses exclusively on the Digital Key, designed for the simple and practical purpose of opening doors. In contrast, the Salto KS Mobile App offers comprehensive management capabilities, allowing you to oversee locks, events, and IQs. Salto KS Keychain is a streamlined, lightweight version of the Salto KS Mobile App, providing an effortless, straightforward experience opening doors. 

The Salto KS Keychain app offers the following key features:  

1. Faster access: Instantly unlock doors with your Digital Key and NFC technology (available for Android) or use your personalized widget. 
2. Lightweight: The app uses minimal data and storage space on your device. Store all your Digital Keys in one place while saving memory. 
3. User-friendly interface: Enjoy a simple, sleek, and intuitive design with Digital Key as focus. Choose between the Dark or Light Mode settings according to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. 
4. Secure: Benefit from the same reliable security protocols as Salto KS to ensure your access is always safe.  
5. Smartwatch integration: Pair your Salto KS Keychain app with your Apple Watch or Wear OS smartwatch to open doors directly using your wearable device.  

Digital Key and Salto KS Keychain 

Now, you know that Digital Key is at the core of Salto KS Keychain. Are you new to the concept of Digital Key? Or do you already use Digital Keys but want to understand more about the technology and its benefits? The first thing you need to know is that Digital Key is the key that lives within your smartphone, giving you access in an easier way. Unlock doors by simply tapping the back of your phone against the lock. Aside from having a key that is just a tap away in your phone, Digital Key has the following benefits that can make all the difference.   

• Replaces physical credentials: gone are the days of losing keys or handing them over.  
• Simplifies operations: distributing and managing keys is easier than ever for operators who can quickly and remotely extend, edit or revoke access rights. 
• Authenticates identity: smartphones are secured with a multi-factor identification system built into them (PIN, fingerprint, or facial recognition).  
• Ensures security: data transfer and authentication between phones and locks are secured with SSL AES 128-bit encryption opening procedures. 

Salto Bluetooth LE-enabled locks support Digital Key and as a result Bluetooth must be enabled on your device to communicate with the lock and open the door.  

To use Digital Key, first make sure your Bluetooth is on. Next, tap on the Digital Key button or the widget. Now that the Digital Key is active, tap the back of your phone against the lock, and it will flash green with a sound to indicate that the door is successfully unlocked. 

NFC opening for Android users 

 The Salto KS and Salto KS Keychain Mobile Apps are proud to introduce NFC technology for Digital Key, now available to Android users. Launching in beta, the NFC feature allows users to easily test the seamless door unlocking experience. The Salto KS Keychain app has NFC openings enabled by default to enhance user convenience further. Android users can tap their phones to the lock without opening their app or tapping on their widget, and the Digital Key will activate via NFC technology to unlock the door. An NFC opening saves even more time opening doors as you don’t need to open the app or swipe to find your widget.  

If your Android phone is NFC-enabled, placing it within close proximity of the lock will trigger your device to activate your Digital Key and successfully open the door if you have access permissions. 

NFC is also available for Wear OS smartwatches! To enable this feature, download the SALTO KS app on both your Wear OS watch and Android phone via the Google Play Store. You will be guided through setting up and activating the Digital Key on your watch. Once activated, you are ready to use Digital Key by simply placing your arm within short range of the lock for it to open instantly.   

The Salto KS Keychain Digital Key Widget 

 The Salto KS Keychain app offers a Digital Key Widget that takes convenience to the next level. This customizable widget allows you to unlock doors effortlessly without opening the app. All that is required is to turn on your Bluetooth and unlock your phone.  

Widgets give you quick and easy access to essential functions, and the Digital Key Widget is no exception. It’s the key that’s always within reach on your smartphone. With the widget, all it takes is a single tap on the ‘Use Digital Key’ button and a touch of your phone to the lock to gain access. To learn how to add your widget, click here.  

Salto KS Keychain Digital Key for smartwatches  

 The Salto KS Keychain app is compatible with Apple Watch and Wear OS smartwatches. This means you can use your wearable device to open doors without needing a smartphone present.  

Just as you would add a widget for quick access on your smartphone, you can add the Digital Key complication on your watch to make opening doors even faster. No more swiping to find an app; you only need to tap a button. For instructions on how to activate the Digital Key on your smartwatch and add a complication, click here.  

Why choose Salto KS Keychain? 

Salto KS Keychain is designed with simplicity and efficiency, making it light on your phone and easy to use. Developed with our everyday users in mind, it focuses solely on your Digital Keys, allowing you to open the doors you need to access effortlessly. Salto KS Keychain saves you memory space on your device compared to the Salto KS Mobile App, ensuring smooth functionality without compromise.  

Say goodbye to juggling multiple physical keys—now you can manage and use keys with just a tap. The app supports multi-site access, instantly allowing you to switch between Digital Keys for different locations and as many keys as required. As with all our solutions, security is our top priority. Salto’s robust technologies and policies protect customer privacy and ensure the safety of our products and services. We believe technology should be accessible to everyone, so we created this lite app to offer a smarter, even fool-proof experience in modern access. 

Building managers or administrators can reduce operational costs by choosing Salto KS Keychain as the primary means of opening within a space. When tenants, members, or guests use the app, there are fewer physical keys, plastic keycards, or tags. This lowers expenses and leads to a more economical and environmentally friendly solution. 

Set up Salto KS Keychain on your smartphone  

To get started using Salto KS Keychain and open doors seamlessly, follow the steps below. 

For existing Salto KS Mobile App users: 

1. Install the app: visit the App Store for iOS or Google Play Store for Android and download Salto KS Keychain.   
2. Log in: use your regular Salto KS credentials to sign in or use social login to sign into the app. 
3. Generate your Digital Key: If you are an existing user of Salto KS, your Digital Key(s) will be instantly generated. If you are a new user, activate your new Digital Key on the Salto KS Keychain app. 
4. Pro tip! Use the Widget: Add the widget to your smartphone for quicker access to your Digital Key, which will create the ultimate experience. Smartwatch users can add their Digital Key as a complication, and Android users with NFC enabled can tap their phones to open doors for instant access! 

For more information on Salto KS Keychain and how to leverage the app for instant, seamless access, click here for FAQs.   

Salto KS Keychain is lite and secure, designed to make life easier for our users. With its focus on Digital Key, the app saves significant memory space and simplifies multi-site access and key management, providing effortless access. By reducing the need for physical keys, tags, and keycards, the app can transform a space into a more economical, environmentally friendly, and ultimately smarter one. The app is easy to set up and use, compatible with smartwatches, and customizable on your screen as widgets. With faster openings and now NFC as an option for Android users, we are closer to achieving flexible and keyless solutions. Download Salto KS Keychain today for iOS and Android and unlock a new world of seamless access. 

The Salto Homelok and Salto KS mobile applications have, again, achieved the Mobile Application Security Assessment (MASA) certification. The MASA certification allows Salto to provide secure, compliant Android platform mobile applications for Salto smart access users and system operators. The MASA certification helps system operators and users meet security needs through a standardized, repeatable, and transparent process for assessing the security of mobile applications. 

"Security certifications and audits are a proactive defence to ensure that our solutions meet stringent security requirements.  In this particular, Google's MASA certification demonstrates our commitment to robust security practices in our mobile applications and a proactive strategy towards the security of our customers” 

Ane Uncetabarrenechea  
Chief Information Security Officer Salto Systems 

What is MASA? 

MASA is an industry-led collaboration to improve application security through third-party security assessments based on industry standards. Via the MASA program, Google recognizes mobile developers who have had their applications independently validated against a set of security best practices for the Android Platform. Salto has passed the review through a certified security laboratory specialised in pen testing called ‘Dekra’. This is done by cybersecurity experts who use the latest penetration testing methodologies to try to find the weakest spot in networks. By identifying weaknesses in an early stage, it is easier to alleviate future complications. The goal of passing these ‘pen-tests’ is to ensure safety in Google Play and the Android ecosystem and provide consumers with more transparency and an overall secure feeling when using the app.  

“We are happy and proud that we have achieved the certification. Security is an important topic for us, and the certification is one of the many ways we validate that our security policies and development guidelines are implemented properly for our products”  

Hugo Lindén 
Information security officer Salto Systems 

MASA testing and certification for Salto 

MASA reduces risks, identifies and tests potential vulnerabilities, and examines software to ensure safe Salto KS and Homelok mobile applications meet adequate security compliance.  

Additional benefits are:  

• Independent third-party validation 
• Identify key vulnerabilities 
• Highest commitment to security and privacy 
• Actively shape the safety of the Android ecosystem 

Achieving the MASA certification proves that Salto is leading in mobile access application security. Salto works to protect partners and customers with the most advanced security and put much effort into implementing best-in-class security standards to keep any building safe. 

To learn more about Salto certifications, visit this link.  

In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, ensuring 24/7 security of physical spaces has never been more crucial. Effective incident notification systems play a pivotal role in ensuring swift responses to potential security breaches, system malfunctions, and other critical events.  

Traditional incident notification systems often lead to information overload and significant delays in response. Operators and systems administrators manage access for facilities – changing access rights, creating new user profiles, and monitoring and securing sites – but at the same time, are bombarded with alerts, from minor issues such as low battery warnings to major security breaches. This not only overwhelms them but also increases the risk of critical alerts being missed. Additionally, the lack of flexibility and analysis in these systems means that security policies, anticipating actions, and preventing situations before they escalate into emergencies via lockdowns and push notifications of potential entry breaches might not effectively alert your response teams. 

Whether it is an everyday situation or an emergency, being ready and aware is critical to ensuring you can quickly respond to whatever situations may arise. Having a comprehensive smart access control system and action plan that can be seamlessly activated ensures you respond fast and effectively to everyday incidents and emergency situations.  

As the dynamics of building and facility management evolve, there is a need for more sophisticated incident notification systems to manage and optimize workflows to deliver a consistent incident response every time. Modern organizations and smart buildings require systems to advance digitization in their operations to offer rapid customization, delegate responsibilities effectively, and ensure that those responsible receive the information they need to act quickly.  

Physical access control that meets modern needs  

Smarter and more secure access control optimizes operations. It addresses building needs and a more secure approach to managing security and incident response. Salto KS and Homelok cloud-based smart access solutions, as well as Salto Space the pioneering SVN data-on-card access control platform, have answered these challenges by introducing significant enhancements to their incident notification systems.  

Salto KS: A new approach for managing incidents and notifications 

Salto KS is a reliable cloud-based access control solution with unified software/hardware architecture that supports a broad spectrum of keyless access methods and integrates advanced security features within a fully remote and wireless cloud-based smart access management platform. 

• Delegated responsibilities: The new system enables both Site Owners and Site Admins to receive and manage notifications based on their interests and role. This delegation helps distribute notifications more evenly and enhances operational efficiency. Previously visible only to Site Owners, notification settings can now be independently managed by Site Admins, although these settings are disabled by default and must be changed. 
• Customization of alerts: Site Admins can now tailor the system to notify them about specific types of incidents, ensuring that each alert is relevant and actionable. Additionally, users can choose to receive notifications for specific locks, allowing for even more precise control over the security monitoring of access points. 
• Flexible notification methods: Site Admins can choose to receive alerts through emails or push notifications through the Salto KS app, selecting the method that best fits their immediate needs.  

Salto Space: Physical access and incident management made easy 

The Salto Space access control platform offers a comprehensive set of features for managing access and security, including the ability to configure alarm events to trigger specific actions in response to various scenarios.  

By leveraging Salto Space’s access control management software alarm events feature, businesses and organizations can elevate incident notification and response mechanisms. The ability to configure specific actions for different scenarios, combined with the platform's user permissions and audit trail capabilities, empowers security staff and operators with the necessary tools to effectively manage access-related incidents. 

• Smart lock connectivity: Detects the loss of connection to a lock, triggering notifications such as email alerts to relevant stakeholders. This proactive approach to monitoring access points ensures swift response to potential security breaches. 
• Sensor signal control: Enables users to integrate sensor inputs with control unit (CU) outputs, allowing for the configuration of specific actions in response to sensor signals. In the demonstration, a physical button simulated a sensor signal, triggering an alarm event to control the action of a relay on the CU, in this case, a beeper. This level of control over sensor inputs and corresponding responses enhances the platform's incident notification capabilities. 
• Door-triggered lockdown: Another highlight of the demonstration was the use of alarm events to enable a lockdown area when a certain door is opened. This feature is crucial for managing security incidents and ensuring rapid response to unauthorized access attempts. 
• Online monitoring: The online monitoring functionality gives users the ability to monitor and control the real-time status of online access points. Additionally, it empowers users to execute actions on doors, such as activating Emergency Open or Emergency Close modes. With online access, the denylist can be automatically transmitted to doors, eliminating the need for manual updates at each individual door.  

Homelok: Access control incident notifications for residential and multi-family properties 

With Salto Homelok's SVN keyless and cloud-based access control platform for residential and multi-family properties, managing access has never been easier. The platform offers quick online administration, giving property managers and residents seamless control over every entry point in the building.   

Salto Homelok's administrator activity screen provides a comprehensive list of events ordered by date and time. Users can easily track activities such as user creations, door unlocks, and access denials. This feature allows property managers to stay informed about all access-related actions within their properties. 

• System Events: System Events are triggered by user actions within the software, typically by individuals with management roles in Homelok. Examples of System Events include user creations, access modifications, and key assignments. 
• Device Events: Device Events are generated by access points and doors within the installation and are primarily initiated by keyholders gaining access. Examples of Device Events include door unlocks by users, access denials, and firmware updates. 
• Unit Activity Monitoring: For property managers, Homelok offers unit-specific activity tracking. In addition to the main activity section, managers can view unit-related events such as unit creations, move-ins, move-outs, and deletions. This allows for a detailed overview of activities specific to individual units within the residential properties managed through Homelok. 
• SVN Events – Offline Event Registration: The Salto Homelok cloud-based platform introduces a revolutionary feature known as offline events within SVN (Salto Virtual Network). This capability allows the system to capture user and access point events, such as a user unlocking a door, and record them in the activity section – even when both the lock and the user's phone or credential are offline. 

Impact of security monitoring across industries  

Recent enhancements to the Salto KS and Space smart access platforms greatly improve incident notification management across different industries, making it easier to tailor responses to specific building needs:  

• Working Spaces: Operators in coworking spaces can delegate notification responsibilities to system administrators like office managers and technical staff. Office managers can get alerts for unauthorized access attempts, and technical staff can be notified about low battery incidents and system malfunctions, ensuring a secure and seamless working environment.  

• Hospitality: Property owners and managers can delegate notification responsibilities to system administrators, such as hotel front desk staff and maintenance staff. Security managers, for example, can receive immediate notifications for guest check-in, privacy, doors left open, while maintenance staff can be alerted about low battery incidents, ensuring swift action and smooth operations.  

• Residential: Property managers can tailor the notification system and delegate alert responsibilities to system administrators like security personnel and homeowners. A convenient smart access solution for residential properties, connecting access control to security infrastructure to manage any access point allows property managers the capability to receive alerts about unauthorized entry attempts while homeowners are sent notifications about door status changes and low battery issues. 

• Student Accommodations: Student residential buildings such as dormitories or apartments benefit from enhanced customization and delegation features. Site Owners can assign campus security as Site Admins to receive after-hours access alerts. Maintenance staff, also as system administrators, are alerted to system malfunctions or doors left open, facilitating a safe environment.  

• Healthcare: Set up real-time alerts for security staff and maintenance personnel to meet the unique security challenges of healthcare. Security staff, as system administrators, receive notifications for tampering or unauthorized access to sensitive areas, and maintenance staff are notified about low battery levels, ensuring locks function correctly.  

• Education: Manage staff, student, and visitor access to buildings or restricted areas on campus grounds using a role-based system with instant detection of individuals at access points. Receive instant notifications and configure customized responses for multiple crisis levels. Enable area-specific protocols for emergency lockdowns or openings. Incorporating electronic door locks for schools improves school security and crisis management plans. 

Improvements to the Salto smart access control platforms’ incident notification system mark a significant advancement in the management of security alerts. By empowering both owners and system administrators with better tools for managing notifications and offering extensive customization options, the system ensures that the right personnel are alerted to the right issues at the right time. 

These enhancements help streamline operations and improve response times across various industries, supporting organizations in maintaining better security and efficiency. 

For more information on how to manage incident notifications, visit the Salto support portal. 

In today’s digital age, data is big business. Cloud storage is rising exponentially – in 2023, 60% of corporate data was stored in the cloud. With this increasing adoption of digital data storage, ensuring the security of data centres is paramount. Security threats have become increasingly sophisticated, and the focus on cybersecurity has intensified.  

However, eliminating physical risks to data center security remains critical to protecting data. Robust physical security measures help safeguard against unauthorised access, data breaches, and other physical threats that can compromise the integrity of the sensitive data being stored. 

Is access control crucial for data center security? 

Comprehensive access control is critical to data center security. But data centre operators face several unique challenges, and the right solutions must incorporate tailored features to deliver adequate protection and enduring peace of mind: 

1. Security and safety 

Granting and revoking user access rights in a timely and accurate manner is crucial for securing data centres. However, this process can be cumbersome and error-prone, leading to potential security gaps after employees leave or change roles.  

Additionally, system administrators must manage credentials such as passwords, access cards, biometric data, and cryptographic keys according to international best practices to prevent unauthorised access. Weak or shared passwords, lost keycards, and other credential management issues can compromise security.  

2. Accessibility 

Relying on a single access mechanism or authentication method creates weak spots in the access control system that act as single points of failure. Effective solutions allow administrators to iImplement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and redundant access management measures to mitigate this risk.  

3. Tracking and monitoring  

Employees and contractors pose a significant risk to data centre security, as authorised users with legitimate access can misuse their privileges. Monitoring user activities, implementing least-privilege principles, and conducting regular access reviews can reduce the possibility of insider threats.  

4. Remote functionality 

With the growing popularity of remote work and cloud-based services, enabling secure remote access to data centre resources is essential. However, protecting against unauthorised access and other cyber threats presents additional challenges, requiring smart access control solutions with comprehensive capabilities. 

5. Integration 

Data centres often incorporate a variety of access control solutions, identity management platforms, and physical security technologies. By consolidating these systems, administrators can detect, monitor, and respond to security threats in real-time.  

Integrated access management equips data centres to identify vulnerabilities and reduce risks while meeting compliance requirements. Unifying smart access solutions with other core security systems – such as intrusion monitoring, license plate recognition, and video surveillance – ensures only authorised users can enter the facility or specific zones. The integration also allows security teams to verify credentials, track activities, and address incidents as they happen.  

6. Compliance 

Operating a data centre requires adhering to specific regulatory requirements related to access control. To ensure compliance while balancing security and operational needs, operators should opt for robust and efficient smart access solutions. 

7. Scalability 

Additionally, these centres are often governed by complex access policies based on roles, responsibilities, and the sensitivity of data. Enforcing them can be challenging, especially in large organisations with numerous employees, contractors, and third-party vendors requiring different levels of access. 

Salto smart access control solutions for data centers 

Salto offers a range of advanced solutions to address the unique access control challenges that data centers grapple with. Our innovative products and services are universally compatible, offering seamless integration, optimised user experiences, and a convenient yet secure solution to meet your needs. 

Salto Space  

Salto Space is a powerful SVN based standalone wire-free platform designed to manage and secure physical access in various environments, including data centers. On-premise and server-based, it integrates both networked hardware and software components to provide seamless, scalable wireless security management through several leading-edge features:  

• Salto Virtual Network (SVN) technology facilitates encrypted wireless communication, securely managing and updating locks without the need for physical keys or wired connections.  
• Web-based system operator browser provides a unified platform to manage access rights and monitor activity across multiple locations.  
• Centralised management allows administrators to manage and secure access throughout the premises on a single platform.  
• Integration capabilities to ensure compatibility with third-party systems for alarms, CCTV, and other security infrastructure. 

Mobile access  

With Salto’s mobile access-enabled solutions, you can define who can enter or exit more conveniently. Encrypt new digital keys for users, adjust access rights, or remove lost keys from the system quickly, easily, and in a cost-effective manner.  

Mobile access also eliminates the security risks associated with lost or stolen physical keys. Instead, users can open doors with flexible, up-to-date credentials on their smartphones. Additionally, mobile access: 

• provides the convenience of an intelligent, keyless access experience;  
• eliminates physical keys and keycards, reducing materials costs and the hassles involved with lost keys; 
• enables administrators to identify staff and service providers, allocate correct access permissions, and deliver digital keys to their smartphones – all in real-time; and 
• allows administrators to deny or cancel lost or stolen digital credentials instantly. 

Smart locking technology 

Our range of compact electronic door lock cylinders is designed for use cases where fitting an electronic lock is not possible or required. They fit any function, model, or door standard, which makes installation possible on server racks, cabinets, electric switches, gates and standard or sliding doors. 

Keyless, easy to retrofit, and completely mobile-compatible, our smart locking technology: 

• integrates all your physical security needs through networked, battery-operated, and wireless smart cylinders;  
• enhances operations with stand-alone SVN or online and real-time access control, delivering unmatched security; and 
• leverages industry-leading security practices like advanced encryption to provide a secure and seamless keyless experience. 

Why choose Salto smart access technology for your data center?  

Boasting the most advanced and secure solutions, Salto works closely with you to design a customised plan best suited to your unique needs. No matter what your data centre security requirements are, our solutions offer a host of benefits: 

• Enhanced security ensures only authorised personnel can access sensitive areas, protecting data from unsanctioned access and potential breaches.  
• Improved compliance as your data centre will be able to provide detailed audit trails and access logs to meet regulatory requirements.  
• Operational efficiency from simplifying access rights management, which reduces the administrative burden on IT and security staff.  
• Scalability and flexibility delivered by solutions that adapt to the evolving needs of your growing data centre, supporting new installations and integrations as required.  
• Cost-effective and accessible, our solutions reduce the need for physical keys and rekeying, leading to lower operational costs over time. 

Fostering data security 

Data centres face unique access control challenges, from handling complex security policies and user provisioning to credential management and mitigating insider threats. Single points of failure and integration hurdles further complicate security efforts, while compliance requirements add another layer of difficulty.   

Salto’s smart access solutions are at the forefront of addressing the critical need for data centre security. Robust, scalable, and flexible, our innovative access control technologies are designed to tackle these unique challenges, ensuring enhanced security, improved compliance, and operational efficiency for data centres around the world. 

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Cleaning & sanitation reduces the risks when using an access point. For nearly a decade, Salto, in partnership with BioCote® – the market-leading antimicrobial technology supplier – has incorporated antimicrobial silver ion technology in its smart electronic lock range, electronic cylinders, locker locks, and supporting devices like wall readers. The addition of BioCote® antimicrobial technology helps reduce microbes, namely bacteria and fungi, on product surfaces, complementing the overall hygiene of building environments. Salto smart locking devices with BioCote® are particularly beneficial for Healthcare, Educational environments and the Hospitality market, as they can inhibit the growth of these microbes on the surfaces of the devices themselves. 

Understanding the need for enhanced hygiene in Healthcare facilities  

In recent years, the standards of healthcare cleanliness have undergone significant changes. The NHS National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness were updated in 2021 [1] to address the demands of healthcare professionals and patients, reflecting a broader trend across Europe. Regulations now mandate thorough cleaning of premises and equipment, along with regular monitoring and immediate action upon identifying issues. Prioritising cleanliness ensures a safe and hygienic environment, enhancing the quality of care settings [2].  

Various methods, such as using hospital-grade disinfectants, adequate ventilation, and availability of PPE, contribute to maintaining cleanliness in healthcare settings [3]. Antimicrobial technology is increasingly integrated into various products and surfaces as a built-in feature to complement these hygiene measures. This emphasis on cleanliness highlights the importance of strict adherence to cleaning schedules. The integration of BioCote® in Salto access control systems offers a promising approach to enhancing hygiene in healthcare facilities.  

Salto’s advanced access control solutions 

Effective access control systems have an important part in reducing these issues. Through regulating entry and exit points, controlling the flow of individuals, and minimising contact with surfaces, Salto systems surpass these basic expectations of typical control systems by offering the advantages antimicrobial technology, with an innovative approach to addressing hygiene concerns. 

Salto leads the way in providing quality access control solutions customised for various industries, including healthcare or educational facilities. Prioritising smoothness, comfort, and security in developing and manufacturing advanced wireless electronic locking and access control solutions designed to enhance daily life for users. 

BioCote® is an antimicrobial agent that contains silver-ions which are engineered to provide continuous, built-in protection on Salto smart electronic door locks surfaces and hardware devices like the XS4 smart door lock range, Neo electronic cylinders, locker locks, or Design XS wall readers. It works by binding with microbes and damaging their cells in a number of ways, disrupting their normal functions and preventing them from reproducing. 

Leveraging antimicrobial technology helps healthcare providers inhibit the growth of microorganisms. Healthcare facilities face unique challenges in maintaining cleanliness and preventing cross-contamination, necessitating strict and regular cleaning practices. 

The role of BioCote® Antimicrobial Technology in enhancing Healthcare cleanliness  

With BioCote® antimicrobial technology built-in to access control hardware and surfaces, Salto products continuously inhibit the growth of microbes. This proactive measure of hygiene control not only promotes cleanliness on the products surface, but also reduces potential cross-contamination.  

There are many expectations for the methods used for healthcare environmental cleaning [4]. Antimicrobial technology covers a multitude of benefits whilst maintaining the cleanliness of healthcare environments. By ensuring a broad spectrum of antimicrobial coverage, rapid action, and persistent effects on treated surfaces, BioCote® contributes significantly to overall cleanliness by providing a long-lasting and effective feature that inhibits the growth of microbes.  

Implementing antimicrobial additives into the manufacturing process provides numerous benefits to the product. BioCote® works continuously to inhibit the growth of microbes on a surface by up to 99.99% without washing off or wearing out over time, lasting the lifetime of the product. The benefits of BioCote® technology in Salto systems contributes to the success of industry hygiene standards, providing peace of mind to healthcare stakeholders and ensuring compliance with best practices.  

BioCote® protection is simple, long-lasting, and effective 

BioCote® antimicrobial protection consists of silver-ion technology which is integrated during the manufacturing process, therefore, providing up to 99.9%, 24/7 protection against an array of microbes including influenza A H1N1, E.coli, Salmonella and antibiotic-resistant CRE, VRE, and MRSA. BioCote® cannot be wiped or worn away, therefore enhances hygiene management and reduces the potential for cross-contamination. 

• BioCote® silver ion technology is simple. The Salto BioCote® finish is applied to parts of the escutcheon for a small additional cost. The silver coating does not affect the aesthetics of the product and BioCote®-treated products can be cleaned with gentler cleaning products and need no extra maintenance. Regular cleaning practices is suitable to maintain the warranty of the finish.  

• BioCote® silver ion technology is long-lasting. BioCote® is an antimicrobial agent that contains silver. Silver does not break down over time, so it will not leach from or rub off treated surfaces. 

• BioCote® antimicrobial protection is effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms. BioCote® silver ion technology significantly reduces the level of microbes on Salto smart locking devices, readers and door handles by up to 99.99%, offering 24/7 antimicrobial action against an array of microbes. This reduction in microbes helps prevent degradation, ensuring the surfaces remain cleaner and fresher for the entire lifetime of the Salto smart access point. 

Exploring the power of BioCote® in Smart Buildings 

Salto systems enhanced with BioCote® technology are designed to work alongside cleaning practices, ensuring comprehensive coverage even in spots that might be overlooked. It is important to understand that antimicrobial technology does not replace cleaning efforts but rather boosts the hygiene of the product’s surface. Tested and proven safe for use, BioCote® is trusted globally for long-lasting action, which remains effective for the entire lifespan of the product -sometimes even extending it beyond expectations by reducing microbes that cause material degradation. Moreover, BioCote® helps inhibit the growth of microbes that can cause staining and odours. Being the only HACCP-certified antimicrobial additive supplier ensures the safety of integrating BioCote® in products and surfaces that may come into contact with food, offering reassurance on hygiene and quality.  

By introducing BioCote® antimicrobial technology, Salto helps to support a cleaner and more hygienic environment. This is of particular importance in any public or shared space setting, as it improves the hygiene of common touchpoints and helps to prevent microbe cross-contamination. 

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1. https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/national-standards-of-healthcare-cleanliness-2021/  

2. https://www.cqc.org.uk/guidance-providers/regulations/regulation-15-premises-equipment 

3. https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/publications-data/considerations-infection-prevention-and-control-practices-relation-respiratory  

4. https://www.cdc.gov/hai/prevent/resource-limited/supplies-equipment.html  

With the start of a new year, we decided to take a further step forward with our cloud-based access control solution, Salto KS. Over the past decade, the evolution of Salto KS has seen new features, technology integrations, and key-free credentials. We have learned plenty about our valued customers' needs and listened to their feedback, which has led to this next step for Salto KS: An all-new subscription and pricing plan entirely tailored to the cloud-based access experience.   

We are excited and proud to announce that, as of today, our users can navigate to the Subscription page in their Salto KS Web App and experience this new model. Read ahead to find out more about the new subscription plans, how this model works, and why it will provide you with more flexibility, value, and control than ever before.   

The new Salto KS Subscription Plans  

While we continue to cater to our customer's needs and provide them with the best-in-class quality of access control they deserve, our customers know their spaces and operations better. They should have the ability to customize their own experience.  

For this reason, we are introducing a new subscription model to cater to various cost approaches and growth strategies surrounding Salto KS sites.   

The new subscription plans are Salto KS Lite and Salto KS Pro. Each plan comes with its own set of features that correspond to a customer's needs. What's more, we are introducing Add-ons. Currently, the only Add-on is Pods, which can be used together with both the Lite and Pro packages. In the upcoming sections, we will explain the new subscription plan and possibilities in further detail.

Salto KS Lite  

The Salto KS Lite package is designed to meet all your cloud-based access control requirements in a reliable and scalable package. This package has been designed for Salto KS users who want to cover all their essential needs, including: 

• Smart access core functionalities 
• Web & Mobile apps (native mobile access) 
• Credentials (Tag, Digital Key, PIN, and Remote opening) 
• Two-factor authentication & Social Login 
• Export and import functionalities 
• Check-in & Check-out 
• Events Storage (maximum of 90 days) 

With Salto KS Lite, users can manage their spaces effortlessly and leverage flexible and secure access control solutions for all industry applications. Lite subscription holders can enjoy complete control of all functions and features from the Salto KS Web App or use the Mobile App to track events, unlock doors remotely, block users on the go, and manage all doors and users in real-time from anywhere. 

Salto KS Pro  

The Salto KS Pro package offers all the cloud-based access control features of Salto KS Lite and, in addition, equips you with a set of exclusive features to create an all-around smart space.    

Salto KS Pro is an all-encompassing access control experience with endless cloud-based integration possibilities. Pro is intended for users who want to optimize their Salto KS experience and achieve a completely smart space. This plan accounts for every step to create a seamless user journey for any industry application or facility.  

For now, the Salto KS Pro Features available are all the Lite features plus: 

• NET.Lock 

Our top-of-the-line locker management solution. Manage and open smart lockers via the Salto KS Web & Mobile App using Gantner's locker cloud platform.  

• Smart Tag Enrollment  

Seamlessly assign tags to Salto KS users by scanning a Tag reader. Smart Tag Enrollment saves time and guarantees a smooth experience of assigning tag access, which is especially beneficial for check-in or onboarding purposes.    

• Time & Attendance Reports 

Keep track of users' attendance by generating Time & Attendance reports that provide a timestamp of the first and last event of the day.   

• Events Streaming 

Event Streaming for Salto KS is a service that exposes entries and incident endpoints, enabling real-time communication between servers and clients. This service allows you to monitor an event in near real-time without refreshing the page. 

Shortly, we will add more Pro Features that will collectively create the smart and seamless Salto KS Pro experience.  

Add-ons and Additional Seats 

Since you are now getting acquainted with our new subscription model, we must introduce you to two new terms: Add-ons and Additional Seats. Once you know these two handy concepts and how they work, you will have full transparency and control over your Salto KS plan and its capabilities. 

What is an Add-on? 

An Add-on is an optional feature you can add to your subscription. Add-ons are available to both Salto KS Lite and Pro customers, which means that all Salto KS users can select an Add-on to accompany their existing list of features. Our first Add-on available is Pods.  

A Pod is a collection of locks a user should have access to (e.g., the building entrance, the social area, and the front door of their apartment). With this feature in Salto KS, building managers can outsource the access control management to Pod Members, allowing them to invite guests to their Pod. This feature enables building managers to offload some of the responsibility of management operations and save time. 

What are Additional Seats?  

Additional Seats can expand the limitation of certain Salto KS Pro features beyond the subscription voucher size capacity. Users can customize their subscriptions by adding Additional Seats for certain Pro Features. NET.Lock, i.e., locker management, is an example. For instance, in the case of NET.Lock: All Pro subscription sizes will support up to 192 lockers, and if, for example, a customer requires 193 lockers, they will need to purchase that extra locker individually as an Additional Seat.   

Please note that Additional Seats will work differently depending on the Pro Feature. This is because each feature has a different component that can be purchased in addition to the maximum supported by the subscription. For NET.Lock: the component is lockers.

An updated pricing model and its benefits 

In the former Salto KS subscription model, all voucher types included the same functionalities and were only differentiated by the number of users and IQs. Having an IQ-based subscription was not beneficial to users who wished to scale up their business. Now, we have updated our pricing model to improve our features' sales process and accommodate our subscription model to our customers' needs.  

We have shifted to a feature-based subscription model which will help customers equip their sites with the right bundle of features that best fits their needs. This new voucher structure comprises two feature-oriented packages, Lite and Pro, which will be sold alongside the existing user-based Salto KS vouchers.  

The process of purchasing a voucher is the same, i.e., you must contact your supplier/installer or Salto Systems Support to buy a new voucher. The only difference is that you now have the freedom to select the Salto KS subscription plan of your choice and customize it with Add-ons and Additional Seats.   

A ‘Free Week’ for every new installation 

When a new installation (site) is created, Salto KS customers receive a Free Week. In this Free Week, they will have access to seven full days of Salto KS Pro features and Pods as an Add-on before choosing their subscription.   

If you try out the Free Week and want to continue using its features, make sure you have purchased and activated a Pro plan or selected the number of Pods you wish to add on top of your subscription.   

If after the seven days are up, you wish to activate a Salto KS Lite subscription, please note that while you will be able to view what you created during your Free Week, it won't be possible to click on and utilize Pro features or Add-ons (Pods). These will be disabled at the end of your Free Week. 

The next steps 

So, what does all of this mean for you? We have implemented steps to smooth this transition, especially keeping our loyal existing customers in mind. All customers with an active subscription will be upgraded to Salto KS Pro until the end of 2024.  

As we continue to grow and push the boundaries of cloud-based access control, we assure you of the highest quality and security of our solutions. Our team will do our best to ease the impact of these changes on our customers and partners, and we thank you for your continued support.  

More information is on the way. In the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact our Support team with any questions or for assistance with the new subscriptions and prices.

The SALTO DBolt Touch keyless smart deadbolt offers the latest in security and convenience for multi-family and residential doors.

The SALTO DBolt Touch offers a retrofit and smart locking solution for upgrading mechanical deadbolt locks in the multi-family residential market. The DBolt Touch implements the latest technology and the top level of functionality that multi-family housing residents, operators, and access managers desire and have been eagerly anticipating.

Resident experience and convenience are driving the direction and adoption of new smart access and physical security solutions in the residential industry. Easy to retrofit, compatible with any deadbolt door, and with different models available, the SALTO DBolt Touch smart lock has been designed to blend seamlessly and connect wirelessly to the property ecosystem. In addition, the SALTO DBolt Touch’s smart access technology – powered by SALTO’s access management platforms – delivers a comprehensive and modern digitized property that unifies security, access control, property management, and the tenant experience in an all-in-one smart access solution for residential living.

Secure keyless and mobile access in residential and multi-family

With secure smart keypad access, the SALTO DBolt Touch supports a wide range of access control methods to create the perfect keyless experience. The DBolt Touch smart keypad reader enables PIN-based entry for residents and visitors. For users who require a physical credential, the DBolt Touch series offers the same level of security and convenience by supporting smart RFID key cards. The DBolt Touch enables mobile access via SALTO’s Digital Key solution – JustIN Mobile. Property managers and residents can use a smartphone – including Apple Wallet – to access a property’s various doors, amenities, and individual units.

Reliable and future-proof smart locking technology for multi-family residential security

With a wide range of finishes, the SALTO DBolt Touch can fit in almost any kind of environment – from apartment building doors to single-family entrances or from modern to classic installations. Rated AAA according to A156.40 (American National Standard for Residential Deadbolts), the DBolt Touch meets the highest standards set by the security industry.

The SALTO DBolt Touch comes in two versions: the DBolt Touch and the DBolt Touch-Interconnected (IC). The DBolt Touch deadbolt model is a smart lock that simply replaces an existing mechanical deadbolt. It’s an easy-to-install unit door lock that adds smart features and maintains the design integrity of the residence. The DBolt Touch Interconnected Deadbolt (IC) model is a smart deadbolt that combines the convenience of a passage lever with the security of a deadbolt in an all-in-one unit. Using an innovative multi-sided smart locking mechanism, users can retract both the latch bolt and deadbolt simultaneously in a single motion for a quick and easy exit.

Fully Compatible with the Salto Product Portfolio

The SALTO DBolt Touch is fully compatible across the SALTO platform, so it’s the perfect solution to be used in a system that can manage full sites. SALTO has an extensive access solutions portfolio for common doors, emergency exits, garage doors, elevators, pool areas, and more.

The SALTO DBolt Touch is part of the most complete locking platform to fit any need.

The DBolt Touch is fully compatible with SALTO Space on-premise high-end residential access management software and our cloud-based solution SALTO Homelok which can streamline your residential operations. It’s designed to fit the doors most frequently used in multi-family properties. Because it's available as a standard deadbolt, the DBolt is the perfect solution for new construction and retrofit properties. 

Reasons to choose Salto DBolt Touch as a smart home door lock

• Cost-effective, quick, and easy installation standalone battery-powered smart lock that upgrades a traditional mechanical deadbolt key-operated door lock without having to replace the door and with no hardwiring required. Grade 2 deadbolt.
• Keyless and mobile entry. Create a secure entryway into a smarter home.
• Utilize multiple keyless entry options. With powerful RFID/NFC and BLE technology inside, residents and staff can use mobile or physical RFID smart credentials.
• Advanced user PIN Code. Create permanent or temporary entry codes.
• Activity logs. Easily monitor who is coming and going from your residence. Run activity logs that note every time the door is locked and/or unlocked.
• SALTO cross-platform capable. On-premise or cloud-connected, the choice is yours. 
• SVN stand-alone networked locking system. Powered by Data-on-Card SALTO core technology.
• BLUEnet wireless ready. Advanced connectivity and SVN-Flex ready, extend your system capabilities across any door and user access profile.
• JustIN Mobile access compatibility. Fully bidirectional – JustIN Mobile NFC/BLE Digital Key, and Apple Wallet.
• Apple Wallet. Distribute digital keys, enabling compatible iPhones and Apple Watches to unlock SALTO smart locks without the need to download any SALTO app.
• Grade 2 deadbolt. Meets the highest standards set by the security industry. Rated AAA according to A156.40 (American National Standard for Residential Deadbolts).
• Robust and long-lasting smart locking solution available in 6 different finishes that blend into any type of property decor.
• Cutting-edge hardware and communications security. Security and privacy are assured with end-to-end communications encryption.

Our cloud-based access solution, SALTO KS, has just released its latest series of improvements to the SALTO KS Web App. The Pod, Site, and Events pages will look a bit different, but they are guaranteed to impact your productivity and experience! Like previous updates to our platform, the new layouts provide a cleaner and more organized display of your actions and data. 

If you haven’t read our recent update, we started a project to align our SALTO KS platforms regarding user experience, style, and consistency. Our first improvements were made to the People, Locks, and Access Groups pages. Now, in this blog post, we will show you what’s new in the Pod, Site, and Events sections of your Web App and all you need to know about the new look. Read ahead for a bird’s eye view of before and after! 

Pods section of SALTO KS

The new Pods pages of your Web App follow a similar style and structure to the People, Locks, and Access Groups pages. The ‘Members’ table has a more straightforward layout and is better structured with information about Pod Members and Pod Guests. This table also contains a new ‘Tags’ column to view how many tags are used from the ones available. 

The main actions are in the Actions Header on the top of the page, where you have the option to Edit Pod, Add New Members, and Delete. When you click ‘Edit Pod,’ you will find the option to ‘Clean’ the Pod. 

Once you click on a Pod, the menu options for the page are now presented in the form of four tabs (or chips) that you can select: Members, Locks, Tags, and Time frame. 

The Locks and Tags tabs have a similar overview to the Access Groups page. When you select locks in the Pod, they will be highlighted in red to show you are removing them, and when you select locks not in the Pod, they will be highlighted in green to show you are adding them. This process works in the same way for tags in the Tags tab. Once you have made your selections, you can click the ‘Save Changes’ blue button below, and you’re good to go.

SALTO KS page site

1. Site Overview Page

The Site Overview page has mostly had a makeover regarding its presentation of your Site’s significant information. 

The changes for this page follow a similar structure to the previous page upgrades, including the following: 

a.) A top navigation bar with two buttons: Edit Site and Transfer Ownership

b.) Cards containing all the essential information concerning the ‘Site details’ and ‘Site owner.’ 

c.) Mobile compatibility, with expandable cards that are easily readable on your mobile browser.

As you might have noticed, the ‘Transfer Ownership’ button has moved to the top navigation bar. Overall, this page has a cleaner look and feel, with the content sitting neatly on your screen. 

2. Site Hardware Page

The Site Hardware page is the most significant upgrade in user experience. You will notice that this page has a visibly different layout than before, with a new and distinct hardware table. 

Like before, your detached locks and repeaters will be presented in sections with a drop-down menu for actions to the side. The page has all the same information as the old design, with only a few changes, which include: 

a.) The search bar for IQs has been moved to directly above the hardware table on the left.

b.) The rows of the hardware table have indicated headers that were not present before. These are ‘Device Name,’ ‘Type,’ and ‘Connected To’. 

c.) The table has been improved with better alignment, and the IQ tree has more clarity and organization. 

d.) The lock icons are more realistic, making deciphering the IQ tree and utilizing the action menu easier. 

e.) The status and Mac number have been made immediately visible.

3. Lockers (GANTNER NET.Lock)

The Lockers page has a new name: 'NET.Lock' — i.e., lockers from GANTNER - a SALTO Group Company. This page has a cleaner layout and improved icons, similar to the Hardware page. 

The locker mode and status are now grouped within the table's first ‘Name’ column. 

4. Tags

In the Tags page table, you will notice that the Offline Access icon is now visible in the ‘Tag Number’ column, so you can see which tags have Offline Access enabled. When a tag is blocked, this icon is red, and when a tag is unblocked, the icon is blue. 

In addition, a new column, ‘Pods,’ shows whether or not a tag belongs to a Pod. 

Lastly, the Tags table has an actions menu on the far right of the row with 3 new actions: Disable Offline Access, Delete tag, and Block tag. You can Enable Offline Access or Unblock the tag depending on the status.

5. Rights, Installer Access, Floors, and Tag Reader 

These pages are similar to the stylistic changes explained above. The most visible updates are the addition of a toggle switch button and that all main actions are in the Actions Header on the top of the page; for instance, in the Installer Access page, the ‘Revoke Access’ button is now in the header. 

Events Events pages of SALTO KS

The Events pages include Entries and Incidents. These pages have an updated layout with the exact same content.

That concludes our overview of the latest pages updated in your SALTO KS Web App. We hope the changes improve your experience in the app and increase your efficiency and performance of operations. 

Like with all our updates, we have kept you, our valued user, in mind and made all these mobile-compatible changes. With this, we come closer to our goal of aligning our platforms regarding user experience, style, and consistency. 

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