Revolutionizing Access with Smart Door Intercom Solutions

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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.

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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.  

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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.  

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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. 

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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: 

Marc Handels, Chief Technology Innovation Officer and Co-Founder at Salto

"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.  

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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. 

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Living smarter: The evolution of secure physical access credentials in multi-family buildings

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Revolutionising multi-family living: the shift from mechanical keys to smart credentials

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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: 

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

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

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

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

  1. 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. 

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

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

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

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

  1. 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. 

Revolutionising multi-family living: the shift from mechanical keys to smart credentials

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. 

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What you need to know about the EU’s new NIS 2 Directive and DORA – and how Salto fits in

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Keeping up with regulatory changes helps organisations stay safe in a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

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Keeping up with regulatory changes helps organisations stay safe in a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

 

In the realm of cybersecurity, safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring operational resilience have never been more essential. Recognising the growing complexity of cyber threats, the European Union has introduced legislative measures like the Network and Information Security Directive and the Digital Operational Resilience Act to establish stringent cybersecurity standards. Salto’s smart access and identity management solutions are designed to support organisations in achieving compliance with these vital frameworks, offering robust security and operational continuity.

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Here is a comprehensive guide to navigating these directives and ensuring your organisation's cybersecurity readiness.

Understanding the NIS 2 Directive

The Network and Information Security Directive (NIS 2), effective as of October 18th, sets a high common level of cybersecurity for companies operating across the EU. Expanding on its predecessor, the NIS Directive, it emphasises enhanced security measures for network and information systems, as well as improved incident reporting protocols.

NIS 2 mandates that European companies which fulfill certain conditions adopt technical, operational, and organisational measures to manage cybersecurity risks effectively. The Directive covers companies within 18 sectors, including energy and critical infrastructures, finance, healthcare, manufacturing facilities, and public infrastructure.

Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment is the first step toward aligning processes with the requirements of NIS 2. This involves identifying and evaluating potential cyber threats that could impact business operations. Other key aspects of NIS 2 compliance include:

  1. Identity management, authentication, and access: This requirement encompasses a broader set of entities, including suppliers, with varying size thresholds.
  2. Data security: This element imposes stringent security measures to mitigate risks and protect systems from cyber threats.
  3. Quick detection and response to cyber incidents: NIS 2 calls for timely reporting of cybersecurity incidents to designated authorities.
  4. Continuous security monitoring: Companies are required to ensure security standards are upheld at all times.

What is DORA?

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), effective from January 2025, focuses on strengthening IT security within the financial sector. Covering 20 types of financial entities – including banks, insurance firms, and ICT third-party service providers – DORA harmonises operational resilience rules to ensure that the sector can withstand severe operational disruptions.

DORA’s scope extends beyond mere protection. It highlights the need for consistent operational continuity and preparedness across financial institutions and their IT service providers. Key aspects of DORA compliance include:

  1. ICT risk management: DORA requires institutions to prepare comprehensive resilience testing programs for all digital operations.
  2. Incident reporting: This feature compels companies to report ICT incidents affecting operations to financial authorities and all affected parties.
  3. Third-party risk management: With this aspect, organisations must develop a regularly updated strategy for minimising third-party risk, including contractual agreements and monitoring.
  4. Information sharing: Entities operating in the financial sector must transparently share information about vulnerabilities and cyber threats.
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Guarantee NIS 2 and DORA compliance with Salto smart solutions

Salto’s wide-ranging access control solutions secure environments from offices to data centers and critical infrastructure. As such, we’re uniquely positioned to help our clients and partners meet NIS 2 and DORA standards. Salto smart access and identity management solutions provide the following capabilities aligned with NIS 2 and DORA requirements to simplify the journey to compliance:

  • Enhanced access control: Delivering advanced solutions for secure sensitive areas ensures that only authorised personnel gain entry. Organisations can restrict access to specific zones, define time-based schedules, and use various access methods, including smart cards and fobs, mobile access, keypads, and biometric authentication.
     
  • Salto’s ID Visitor Management solution: This enhances access control systems for NIS 2 compliance, boosting security and accountability for all on-site visitors. Providing digital registration allows visitors to access authorised areas only, supported by features like real-time notifications and personalised visitor badges.
     
  • Comprehensive audit trails: To meet NIS 2 and DORA requirements, organisations must maintain detailed records of access events. Our smart solutions automatically generate thorough logs and audit trails, giving your company a powerful tracking system that records who accessed specific doors and at what times. This reinforces compliance and accountability in the event of incidents.
     
  • Resilient access control and state-of-the-art electronics locking solutions: Reflecting DORA’s emphasis on operational continuity, Salto’s intelligent access control solutions keep critical access points secure and functional, even during power outages or network failures. This reliability enables your organisation to maintain security seamlessly through unexpected disruptions.
     
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA): This technology provides an added layer of security by necessitating multiple verification steps beyond traditional passwords. Salto’s smart access solutions integrate MFA protocols into existing security systems, fortifying your organisations’ defenses against cyber threats.
     
  • End-to-end authentication solutions: Ensure secure access to applications, networks, and access control management platforms and operators. Salto’s solutions deliver secure credentials on physical and mobile devices, guaranteeing seamless user authentication.
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Get ready for NIS 2 and DORA: Securing tomorrow

Security is at the core of Salto’s operations. As one of the world’s leading access control providers, we embed privacy and safety into every aspect of our products and services. In the face of evolving cyber threats and regulatory demands, we’re dedicated to ensuring that our smart access technologies and solutions comply with these heightened security standards.

Cultivating a culture of continuous security improvement is key to maintaining NIS 2 and DORA compliance. At Salto, we proactively embrace NIS 2 and DORA requirements to develop cutting-edge smart access solutions you can rely on. By leveraging our innovative solutions, organisations can fortify their cybersecurity posture and navigate the complex landscape with confidence. Download a copy of Salto’s NIS 2 Directive and DORA Compliance guide today, and start propelling your company toward robust security industry compliance and operational resilience.

Download a copy of Salto’s NIS 2 Directive and DORA Compliance guide today, and start propelling your company toward robust security industry compliance and operational resilience.

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Disruption by design. Evolving smart access experiences

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Salto is at the forefront of revolutionising smart access solutions.

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In the ever-evolving access control landscape, providing exceptional user experiences is key to success. Salto is at the forefront of revolutionising smart access solutions. By enabling more personalisation, we’re redefining keyless convenience and delivering unparalleled performance, versatility, and smarter, more connected access control.  

Expanding the world of smart access control 

Our commitment to innovation and design is evident in our latest product launches, which promise to reshape how users interact with their surroundings. Specifically, the right door hardware will set the tone for the rest of your property. While it may seem like a small detail, your chosen door hardware makes a statement about your building's aesthetic, access control, and overall user experience.  

Experiences transformed with smart locking technologies 

Ælement Fusion is a game-changer in electronic locking technology. It reimagines how hotels manage guest access, with a wide range of customisation options to fit any design preference. The sleek and sophisticated smart lock system combines style with functionality while delivering seamless, keyless access.  

The Ælement Fusion offers practically invisible security. This lock gives doors an elegant appearance, thanks to concealed electronic components installed directly into the door. Despite the “invisible” feature and innovation of conventional door fittings, Ælement Fusion guarantees the same functionality as other Salto smart electronic locking solutions.  

Another groundbreaking addition to our product lineup is the Glass XS Reader. This chic wall reader enhances the aesthetic appeal of any space and provides a secure, convenient access control solution. Its cutting-edge technology and minimalist design transform how we think about access control, seamlessly integrating security and creativity to create safe yet enriched environments. 

Meanwhile, the DBolt Touch is an alternative to traditional residential and multi-family building locking systems. Advanced and simple to install, it allows owners to retrofit existing mechanical deadbolts with a smarter, more reliable, and more secure option.  

The electronic smart lock provides an excellent balance between beauty and function. Its elegant zinc alloy casing and intuitive reader come in a variety of finishes, ensuring the Salto DBolt Touch can fit into almost any setting – from apartment building doors to private house entrances and classic or modern installations.  

Flexibility in interior design 

At Salto, we are committed to offering flexible and customisable smart access solutions that blend flawlessly with any interior design style. Our wide range of product configurations includes numerous reader designs, quality materials, and door handle options to deliver the perfect finish every time.  

You can personalise our smart door locksets even further using Salto’s online electronic door lock configurator, mylock.saltosystems.com. This powerful tool empowers architects and designers to customise doors by selecting every option, including door type, lock model, and preferred handles, colours, finishes, and functions.  

Disruption by design. Evolving smart access experiences

Our electronic locking technology allows for intelligent and variable configurations, enabling you to build cohesive systems that meet your needs. With that in mind, when it comes to selecting the right Salto access control solution for your next project, consider the following factors: 

  1. Functionality: Identify the specific access management function you require and determine the types of smart locking solutions that can fulfil your needs. 
  2. Flexibility: Evaluate various handle types and hardware configurations to find options that offer optimal flexibility and convenience. 
  3. Design: Choose the handle style and finish that complements your overall interior design scheme. 
  4. Easy Installation: Modular design, easy to install and retrofit, avoiding the cost and complexity of rewiring every door.
  5. Integration: Assess the door on which you will install your preferred smart access solution, as door compatibility and hardware functions may vary. 

Why blend advanced smart access technology and design? 

By supporting unified, integrated, smart building ecosystems, we transform spaces with smart access experiences that enhance security and elevate overall aesthetic appeal. Our efforts generate numerous other benefits for Salto, our partners, and our clients, including: 

Reinforcing Salto’s hospitality and marine market positioning 

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to enhancing the guest experience through innovative technology. Our marine and hospitality solutions cater to each industry's unique needs, offering seamless and secure access and ID management systems. By partnering with Salto, hotels and cruise ships can elevate their offerings and provide guests with a truly exceptional stay. 

Impacting working spaces 

Beyond the hospitality and marine sectors, the importance of design in access control extends to working spaces. In today's fast-paced world, workplaces are evolving to prioritise employee well-being and productivity. By integrating smart access systems, companies can create secure, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings for visitors and staff.  

Salto’s access control solutions emphasise innovative design to cater to the unique needs of working spaces. Our products seamlessly blend into diverse settings, elevating both security and style. With this combination, we aim to redefine the standard for smart access experiences in corporate environments. 

Securing access in learning environments 

At Salto, we aim to realise tomorrow’s keyless campus today through innovative thinking and smart locking technology for doors, smart lockers, and perimeter access. That’s why we provide access control solutions for educational institutions. Designed to balance security with accessibility and advanced technology with affordability, this tailored suite supports the goals of top academic institutions.  

By embedding high-performance electronic access into their infrastructure, universities, university housing, research institutes, high schools, academies, kindergartens, and more can protect people, assets and buildings – all while providing safe, world-class facilities that attract students and drive revenues. 

Designing seamless living experiences 

The seamless integration of smart technologies enhances security and the overall living experience. By fusing technology with design, we can create modern, sophisticated, and convenient spaces for homeowners. As a result, we offer smart access solutions that prioritise not only functionality but also aesthetic principles for residential environments. 

A smart, connected future 

With a focus on innovation and design, Salto is transforming the market through smart access solutions that seamlessly integrate into the aesthetic of any building. Our products elevate the user experience, offering advanced security features and a modern, sophisticated design that fits into different home styles. By delivering sleek and secure technologies, we aim to set a new standard for smart access control in residential spaces, academic settings, hospitality settings, and corporate environments. 

Do you have a question about the Salto smart access solution range? Contact us, or visit our social media pages for more information on all things Salto.  

Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest product features, updates, and news from the industry. 

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Security Essen 2024. A glance at Salto’s ‘Smart Access Reimagined’ booth

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Salto’s industry-leading smart access solutions made a splash at Security Essen, the sector’s biggest biennial event.

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Salto’s industry-leading smart access solutions made a splash at Security Essen, the sector’s biggest biennial event.

Security Essen is the leading exhibition and trade fair for the security industry. Held in Germany from 17-20 September, the four-day event saw over 20,000 trade visitors from 86 nations visit, a 17% increase in attendance from the previous edition. 

Salto unveiled an eye-catching booth to an enthusiastic reception. Centred on the theme ‘Smart Access Reimagined’, it highlighted our unwavering commitment to industry-leading access control innovation, and the strategic work required to improve facilities’ operations and create safer, smarter buildings. 

Salto at Security Essen ‘24 

Every two years, Security Essen provides an exceptional platform for over 10,000 industry professionals to network and engage with the security technology sector. The event isn’t renowned solely for being hosted at the Messe Essen, one of the largest trade and exhibition spaces in the country. It’s also recognised globally for introducing visitors to some of the most advanced security and access control technologies on the market—Essen ‘24 drew some 500 exhibitors from 36 countries. 

While the event has changed and evolved over time, it remains a vital platform for smart access providers like Salto. This year, between 2,000 and 3,000 visitors passed through our booth. With this increased exposure, we’re able to present to a wider audience Salto’s newest innovations that are transforming how users access, operate and manage smart buildings. 

 Salto’s booth at Security Essen 2024 makes an impact

New product announcements and launches 

When it comes to high-tech security and access control, Salto regularly breaks the boundaries of what’s possible. Security Essen was no different; attendees learned how we’re redefining the smart access industry by being allowed to test the extensive new capabilities across our Salto Space, Salto KS, and Salto Homelok platforms.  

Besides these powerful smart access platforms, Salto stood out at Security Essen by presenting several other new solutions and innovations. These included: 

  • Salto Orion face recognition access control technology; 
  • Salto XS4 Com smart door intercom platform; 
  • the eLoxx locker platform suite from Gantner
  • ... and more.

Attendees also witnessed how we’ve taken access control to the next level by supporting greater integration. Operators can now roll out even more advanced, future-proof functionalities at their facilities—all while enhancing the user experience with smart, keyless solutions and meeting users’ increasingly complex security needs.  

In addition, visitors to our booth were able to explore more of our interconnected ​Salto solutions ecoystem. Specifically, they discovered our new, all-in-one smart access and locker management, ID Visitor Management platform and our upgraded ​​mobile access experience. 

 Salto’s booth at Security Essen 2024 makes an impact

Experiencing smarter access hands-on 

What’s better than discovering new solutions and innovations? For the attendees at Security Essen, it was actually getting to experience these innovations firsthand.  

We believe smart access is key to making digital transformation possible and ensuring safer, smarter, and more efficient buildings. By stopping at our stand, attendees, our customers, and our partners gained deeper insights into Salto’s complete solutions ecosystem.

Whether in facility access, identity management, or electronic locking technology, Salto’s best-in-class products and solutions guarantee seamless, reliable, and secure experiences. 

Attendees also interacted practically with an ever-expanding range of smart access solutions at the Salto stand. This includes everything from access control to locker lock systems, door intercoms, face recognition, mobile access, ID visitor management, energy efficiency, and integrations.  

Our booth featured demo workstations for various solutions and platforms. This move allowed attendees to visualise how Salto’s smart access solutions could improve their facilities’ security, operations, and daily user experiences. A live avatar show brought the future of face-recognition-driven access control into sharp focus. Rounding off the engaging experience was a holographic display, showcasing upcoming product launches in an attention-grabbing 3D animation. 

 Salto’s booth at Security Essen 2024 makes an impact

Smart access made simple with Salto 

Smart access control technology is a must for operators who want to improve security, building operations, and user experience.

Salto has long been known as a leader in smart access technology, making our innovations an essential part of modern security systems.  

With the potential to enhance experiences at work, home, and everywhere in between, Salto’s vision for ‘Empowering Smarter Access’ can only be achieved by developing pioneering facility access, identity management, and electronic locking technology. This ensures safe, simple, and convenient experiences in all aspects of building security and operations.  

 Salto’s booth at Security Essen 2024 makes an impact

For those unable to attend the 2024 Security Essen show, there are plenty of upcoming events, webinars, and training sessions to highlight our latest innovations in smart access technology. So keep an eye out, and join us next at GSX in Atlanta, USA, and Intersec in Saudi Arabia. We look forward to sharing our commitment to revolutionising the access control industry and building safer, more connected facilities. 

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Enhancing security with improved incident notifications

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Effective incident notification systems play a pivotal role in ensuring swift responses to potential security breaches, system malfunctions, and other critical even

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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.  

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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.  
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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.  
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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. 
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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

 

 

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Smart building and Resident app integrates with Salto, for apartment living at its best

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BuildingLink has partnered with Salto to integrate the Salto KS cloud-based smart access solution into their building and community management software application, creating an enhanced, single-app solution for apartment residents and property managers.

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BuildingLink has partnered with Salto to integrate the Salto KS cloud-based smart access solution into their building and community management software application, creating an enhanced, single-app solution for apartment residents and property managers.

Transforming properties into interconnected spaces equipped with dynamic technological services has created new opportunities for property management companies in the multi-family sector. As buildings are increasingly viewed as cutting-edge environments, we now have the ability to employ smart solutions more frequently, enhancing the experience for both residents and property owners with advance Tehcnology Partners integrations like BuldingLink.

Joe Marshall, VP Asia Pacific for BuildingLink explains: ‘The heartland of apartment living is New York, and that’s where BuildingLink started their journey of developing property and resident management software, back in 1999. We learned what developers, operators and residents want from their buildings, and created a sophisticated software app that makes operating a building more efficient, and living in it even more enjoyable. So much so, that our app is now used by over 2.1 million residents in over 7,000 buildings worldwide.

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Modernizing the resident experience

The BuildingLink app offers a rich suite of functionality, enhanced further by its collaboration with  Salto, leader in smart access control.

The BuildingLink app is used by developers, operators and residents: 

  • For access – the Salto and BuildingLink collaboration means that residents can use the app to turn their mobile device into a digital key, for access to the building, lifts, shared areas and their apartment. 
  • For resident management – residents can send their guests a Salto digital key to let them into the building and lift. 
  • For booking and accessing facilities such as the barbecue area, tennis court or entertaining spaces. Residents book their timeslot and Salto gives them access via their mobile digital key for the time they have reserved. 
  • During development - for defect management, communications with buyers, settlement documents and welcome packs. 
  • To manage maintenance requests - residents can simply log a request, include photos and track progress, with no phone calls, no paperwork, no hassle. They can book times for tradesperson appointments and for essential compliance safety checks.
  • To communicate with residents – if, for example, there’s a planned power outage, or lifts out of action, residents can all get a message via the app, rather than having to put notices through doors or in corridors. 
  • Some buildings run events - exercise classes, for example, or cooking demonstrations or wine tastings. The app can be used to advertise these events and for residents to make bookings and credit card payments and gain access. 
  • Operators can use the app to offer residents a ‘Buy, Swap, Sell’ marketplace, exclusive to the building. 
  • The app can be used by a concierge or a courier to notify residents that there is a parcel for them. There’s also an integration with parcel locker companies, so the app can be used to access the lockers to leave and collect packages.

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Leverage the Power of Integration with Smart Access

Residents are experiencing the intuitive power of connecting smart technologies from a single interactive app. Combining the smart keyless access experience with BuildingLink improves access control and on-demand ease with mobile residents’ management on-the-go. Residents can now access common area locks including gyms, pools, lounges, and more.

Joe says, ‘The combined BuildingLink and Salto solution is one of the drawcards for our clients, and particularly for build-to-rent developments, which can include a gym, pool, residents’ lounge, cafés, rooftop, and barbecue areas, as well as community events.

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All resident interaction with the facilities and the operators is via the Salto/BuildingLink app, which has helped to create thriving communities.

The BuildingLink app, integrated with Salto, is a highlight of the resident experience at Cienna Varsity Ridge.

Benefits for developers, operators, and residents

BuildingLink develops property management software solutions to make community administration easy, while improving the living experience for residents. From communication, to streamlined work processes, to property automated management, BuildingLink covers it all within an easy to use platform.

Maintenance tracking, calendar management, facilities bookings and community-wide communication are all delivered from a single, easy-to-use portal.

For the Property Manager:

Apps like BuildingLink with Salto are helping to drive down building management costs for developers and operators. They can manage the building much more efficiently – with full visibility and audit trails, and without paperwork and time-consuming manual processes.  There is also evidence that higher rents can be sustained, and tenants more readily attracted to buildings with smart management apps, and that tenants stay for longer.

For residents:

it’s all about lifestyle, convenience, security, and community. Residents feel good about where they live. They can interact with the building facilities, the operators and their neighbors, all through a single, simple app on their phone. It’s apartment living at its very best.’

By leveraging the integration between Salto’s smart access solution and BuildingLink, Build-to-Rent apartment developers can benefit from an advanced, flexible, and community-centric security, community, and building management system.

To find out more about Salto Residential solutions and what it can do for you and your property, get in touch with our team today.

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Homelok. The all-in-one solution for residential living

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Homelok is Salto’s new platform dedicated to the residential market. It is an all-in-one solution that integrates smart access control technology, hardware, cloud software, digital keys, a smart living ecosystem, and global service support. 

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There’s no doubt the demand for smart living is on the rise. Residents today place a high value on security and convenience but also want the technology and functionality that smart living provides. To top it off, the solution needs to be seamless and easy to use at the same time. 

Homelok is Salto’s new platform dedicated to the residential market. It is an all-in-one solution that integrates smart access control technology, hardware, cloud software, digital keys, a smart living ecosystem, and global service support. 

Salto has developed advanced and aesthetically designed residential-specific electronic access control solutions that set a new standard in the industry– from keyless building access and common area organization to unit door management – with one easy to use system for residential properties of all types and sizes.

If you are a resident of a newly-acquired home or are wanting to upgrade your current home and are looking for an enhanced living experience, then you won’t get better than Homelok. Not only does Homelok offer one platform for a myriad of solutions, but it’s easy to install and maintain. Property manager? Think streamlined operations and easier (and smarter) access control to all properties.

At Salto, we are very proud that Homelok is the complete package. From the tech to the global support, Homelok is truly the all-in-one solution you need.

Innovative digital access technology that provides a more connected, keyless resident experience

Homelok’s ground-breaking and innovative technology is versatile and globally compatible. Plus,  Homelok will continue to evolve to support future developing access control requirements. The platform’s fusion of cloud-based and standalone SVN smart access technology optimizes deployments and integrates seamlessly within the smart building ecosystem.

  • The industry-focused front-end solution is built on top of a core Nebula back-end/API.
  • The platform leverages tried and trusted existing Salto-based Core Technology.
  • Salto’s revolutionary SVN (Salto Virtual Network) data-on-card solution transforms access control by shifting data from locks to smart credentials populated with users’ credentials via encrypted RFID technology.
  • Salto BLUEnet Wireless access control is networked through Bluetooth LE RF. It provides real-time links to the cloud with standalone, battery-powered smart locks. 
  • JustIN Mobile replaces physical keys or cards with digital ‘keys’ sent to verified iOS or Android devices. These phones then use BLE (Bluetooth LE) and NFC to activate electronic locks around your site. 
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Fully compatible, robust hardware for new builds or retrofit doors

Homelok’s residential product range combines proven robustness, the highest quality in materials, the latest technologies, and elegant design – making it suitable for a wide range of access control applications.

  • DBolt are compact, wireless electronic door lock cylinders designed for doors where fitting an electronic lock is not possible or not required.
  • XS4 and AElement Fusion electronic locks are smart, secure, innovative, and easy to install. The smart door locksets need no hard wiring and provide a wire-free networked smart electronic locking solution with a wide range of features.
  • Design XS wall readers facilitate the integration with almost any type of installation and access control application. i.e. lifts, sliding doors, or electronic gates, where control must be boosted by online real-time access control.  
  • Neo cylinders are compact, wireless electronic door lock cylinders designed for doors where fitting an electronic lock is not possible or not required.

Cloud-based management software gives ultimate control and blends seamlessly with operations 

Using either a web-based or a mobile app that integrates all your access control needs, operational challenges and security risks can be completely eliminated. The mobile and web applications provide the following:

  • A safe and convenient environment for all property management operations, giving you - the property manager - all the latest resident access information for all doors in your property.  
  • The ability to easily administer resident key cards, revoke access, or eliminate lost user key cards.
  • 24/7 monitoring with alerts and full remote management capabilities from a single interface connecting to all properties, units, users, and access points.
  • Industry-leading security practices, including advanced encryption, to provide users a secure and seamless keyless and mobile experience.
  • Give, change, and remove users’ keys remotely without being physically present.
  • Users can unlock or lock access points remotely in real-time from their mobile phone, tablet, and laptop.

Transcend the user experience with digital keys and mobile access

Digital keys replace the hassle of physical keys. By using their smartphones to lock or unlock their doors, users, staff, residents or visitors can come and go more easily. 

The benefits of digital keys: 

  • It makes access fast, easy to use, convenient and secure 
  • Deploying of keys for staff, guests, visitors, or residents is instant and smart 
  • Protected with advanced privacy and security features 
  • Provides safe access to any door anywhere 
  • Streamlines access control, reduces plastic waste, and solves lost key problems

Salto Homelok provides digital keys in three mediums:

  • The Homelok app enabled by JustIN Mobile Core Technology makes it easy and secure to incorporate smartphones as a part of the access control solution in your property.
  • Salto’s Homelok platform can distribute digital keys to the Apple Wallet, enabling compatible iPhone and Apple Watches to unlock Salto smart locks without the need to download any Salto apps.
  • Salto has a range of physical smart keys that make use of contactless RFID technology. 
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Homelok enables the smart living ecosystem

Smart living is not just about access control. It’s about having a completely connected environment that functions according to your individual needs. Think air conditioning that switches on when you want it and at your desired temperature, intercom systems, or turn on the lights using a voice command. Homelok is an open platform that can be fully integrated with all other smart devices or operations in your home, playing its part in the smart living ecosystem, reducing infrastructure and complexity.

Global service and support

All Salto Homelok users benefit from global support from the worldwide network of Salto offices and Certified Partners.

Put all the above facets together, and you are met with a formidable solution that delivers convenient, secure, and technology-enabled living, elevating the residential digital access experience. 

Would you like to hear more about Homelok’s all-in-one solution? Contact our team today to see how Homelok can change your lifestyle.

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Robust capability and customization: The integration between Foxbox Digital, The X Company and SALTO KS

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Foxbox Digital has integrated with the SALTO KS API to accommodate our joint end customer, The X Company.

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Foxbox Digital has integrated with the SALTO KS API to accommodate our joint end customer, The X Company: A rapidly expanding multifamily residential community with over 5,000 units and $1 Billion in construction activity.

The X Company has two of the most significant SALTO KS installations (and will expand to a total of six buildings in the US).

We’ve asked Foxbox Digital some questions to find out what this interesting integration exactly entails and what it means for the Foxbox Digital and the X Company:

What exactly is Foxbox Digital, what do you guys offer, and to whom?

“Foxbox Digital is an award-winning digital product agency headquartered in Chicago. We partner with startups and SMBs to design, develop, and deliver successful digital experiences across mobile and web. Foxbox is ranked #121 on the 2022 Inc 5000 and is the 11th fastest-growing software company in the US.”

Through the technology we create, we help customers automate their back-office operations and drive more revenue through customer engagement.

Can you explain why you decided to collaborate with SALTO KS for the X Company? 

“Delivering reliability and security to residents meant The X Company needed technology that succeeded where previous tools had fallen short. SALTO KS provided the perfect combination of robust capability and customization for the type of custom integration the challenge required.”

How does the integration with SALTO KS help the X company's tenants and building managers?

“Both residents and community managers are able to not only remotely access personal apartment locks but also access other amenities in the same seamless experience.” 

How did this integration with SALTO KS change the business for Foxbox Digital and the X Company?

“The X Company needed a platform that delivered on its disruptive vision for the multifamily residential real estate industry. The SALTO KS integration played a critical role in giving them all the tools they needed to support residents and expand their reach.”

How does Foxbox Digital help companies to scale?

“Foxbox Digital helps companies scale by designing and building world-class digital products and successfully bringing them to market. Through the technology we create, we help customers automate their back-office operations and drive more revenue through customer engagement.”

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Naturally, innovative technology had to play a crucial role. Now, residents can seamlessly grant access to a visiting friend, book a conference room, and alert community managers of a dishwasher that needs fixing.

What is the most requested feature you ever received?

“X Company has a modern vision for their living spaces in which the "roommates" may not always know each other before living at X but instead are paired up by the X team. This is part of their vision to create a more social community where people can move from all over the globe and meet new people. 

SALTO KS locks are used on all room- and individual-bedroom doors because they provide an added layer of safety and security, especially since the roommates might not know each other initially and need time to build trust.

However, we saw an overwhelming interest in being able to set bedroom doors to a default unlocked state where they would not lock every time they were closed. This would allow residents to navigate into their bedrooms more easily and not need to unlock them whenever they needed to get in. This was supported with the "Remote Office Mode" feature in SALTO KS, allowing people to set a lock to a default unlocked state.”

Can you give a few examples of the X Company's ‘modern coworking options’ and how Foxbox Digital has helped them to offer these?

“The X Company’s core value proposition is based on a hybrid live-work-play experience built on state-of-the-art spaces and amenities. Naturally, innovative technology had to play a crucial role. Now all within one platform, residents can seamlessly grant access to a visiting friend, book a conference room, and alert community managers of a dishwasher that needs fixing. Plus, with a real-time analytics dashboard, community managers and leadership at The X Company can analyze and improve the resident experience in real-time.” 

What ‘problem’ or challenge did SALTO KS solve for Foxbox Digital and the X Company?

“The integration with SALTO KS allowed us to ensure the platform's digital lock capabilities provided the most secure, easy-to-use, and reliable resident experience possible.” 

What would you like to see for SALTO KS to support Foxbox Digital’s plans in the future?

“Foxbox aims to be SALTO KS’ go-to integration partner. We have the experience and expertise to develop custom digital products using SALTO KS. We help commercial real estate, multi-family residential, and hospitality clients deliver modern digital access experiences using SALTO KS.”

Three of the biggest benefits of the integration with SALTO KS:

1. Mobile/Keyless entry that works online and offline. The X Company App allows residents to access every door from their bedroom to the garage and shared spaces. It even works when users aren’t connected to the internet.

2. Grant and revoke resident access in an instant, securely. The X Company platform is secured by multi-factor authentication, with additional back-end security protection that protects residents when they lose phone access.

3. Sharing visitor access. The app can grant temporary and secure access to friends, family, dog walkers, and more from within the app.


Read more on how Foxbox Digital powers the X Company here.

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DBolt Touch smart deadbolt, best residential smart home door lock

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

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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.

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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. 

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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.
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