Gunnebo White Paper explores role of connectivity in secure storage

The downloadable White Paper outlines how connected safes and vaults are evolving from static, stand-alone units into intelligent, data-driven components within broader security networks. It highlights the growing reliance on real-time monitoring, remote access management and predictive diagnostics.

All of this amply demonstrates how these capabilities are improving security outcomes, increasing operational efficiency and supporting sustainability targets across multiple sectors.

“Our approach to connectivity goes beyond adding features,” stated Olof Sandberg, product manager for global locking solutions at Gunnebo Safe Storage. “It’s about defining the architecture of future-ready safe storage. We’re focusing on how systems can interoperate securely within a digital ecosystem, while still meeting the rigorous standards of physical resilience that our customers expect. The challenge really lies in unifying cyber security, sustainability and usability into a single design logic. That’s where product strategy needs to be grounded.”

As demand increases for safe storage systems that can support compliance, environmental goals and agile service delivery, the White Paper identifies the essential role that connectivity now plays in enabling this progress. The document goes on to discuss how connected systems support energy-saving features, reduce unnecessary service visits and extend equipment life, in turn contributing towards reduced carbon emissions and responsible resource use.

Cyber security integration

Addressing the challenges that come with digitisation, the White Paper presents a clear case for integrating cyber security with physical protection, duly outlining the critical need for encrypted communication, secure authentication protocols and ongoing risk assessments. An assertion is put forward that cyber and physical security must now be viewed as two parts of the same ecosystem, particularly so as threat actors grow more sophisticated.

The White Paper (which is aimed at security practitioners operating in the banking, Cash-in-Transit, pharmaceutical and high-end retail environments) explores the importance of aligning connected solutions with existing standards, such as EN 1300 for stand-alone electronic locks and EN 17646 focused on networked safe locking systems.

“Connectivity is not just a technical evolution,” affirmed Kacper Durka, product owner within the research, development and innovation team at Gunnebo Safe Storage. “It’s a governance issue. As systems become more interdependent, the role of standards, certification and transparency becomes central. Our strategy and the core discussion of this White Paper is to develop platforms that don’t just comply with today’s requirements, but anticipate tomorrow’s expectations, notably so around data control, integration and long-term maintainability.”

Gunnebo Safe Storage is now inviting stakeholders across the security, technology and regulatory sectors to explore the White Paper and join the conversation about how connected solutions can shape a more resilient future.

*The White Paper from Gunnebo Safe Storage is now available to download at https://www.gunnebosafestorage.com/security-solutions/software-solutions/