Zentra Brings Resident Keys to Apple Wallet
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania-- Zentra, a brand of Allegion, has integrated resident keys capability in Apple Wallet for use by customers and their residents. This enables residents to easily and securely add their resident keys to Apple Wallet and unlock their apartment with a simple tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch. With this new capability, residents are able to unlock their building doors, amenity spaces and individual apartment units without contact using their iPhone or Apple Watch — eliminating the need to use a traditional, physical key.
"This new feature reflects our commitment to prioritizing the needs of multifamily property owners and operators," said Dave Ilardi, senior vice president and president of Allegion Americas. "We are excited to bring an enhanced living experience to residents, bolstered by improved security and streamlined operations."
Benefits include:
Seamless, Secure Access with a Tap of an Apple Device: Resident keys in Apple Wallet enable residents to conveniently access all their assigned doors using just their iPhone or Apple Watch. Once a resident key is added to Apple Wallet, residents can hold their device near a door's NFC-enabled lock to seamlessly access secured areas. With Express Mode, residents don't need to unlock their device to use their resident key in Wallet. If an iPhone needs to be charged, residents can still use their device to access their apartment with Power Reserve, an Apple feature.
Operational Efficiency for Multifamily Properties: Property owners, operators, and managers will benefit from the streamlined operations of Zentra's solution. Resident keys can be remotely issued and managed, eliminating the hassle of physical key management and replacement. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances the overall resident experience.
Secure, Private Access Experience: Resident keys in Wallet take full advantage of the privacy and security features already built into iPhone and Apple Watch. Data is encrypted and protected against tampering and theft, and Apple cannot see when or where a resident uses a resident key in Apple Wallet. If their iPhone or Apple Watch is misplaced, the owner of the device can promptly use the Find My app to lock the device and help locate it.
Currently, the Zentra and resident key in Apple Wallet solution is available on the Schlage Control Mobile Enabled Smart Lock, award-winning Schlage NDE Mobile Enabled Wireless Cylindrical Lock, Schlage MTB Mobile Enabled Multi-technology Reader, and Schlage RC Reader Controller. Zentra has plans to expand its capabilities to the new Schlage XE360 Series later this year.
For more information, visit zentra.co.
ASSA ABLOY Acquires Wesko Locks
ASSA ABLOY has acquired Wesko Locks Ltd, a Canadian manufacturer and supplier of electronic and specialty locks.
"I am very pleased to welcome Wesko Locks into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.
"Wesko Locks has an extensive portfolio that complements our current high-security products and solutions,” says Lucas Boselli, Executive Vice President of ASSA ABLOY and Head of the Americas Division. “Their focus on high quality, innovative products and excellent customer service reflects our values and I’m excited for them to be part of ASSA ABLOY.”
Wesko Locks was founded in 1990 and has 70 employees. The main office and factory are located in Mississauga, close to Toronto, Canada.
Vingcard’s Mobile Access Offers Google Wallet Compatibility
Stockholm –Vingcard, hospitality’s leading provider of security access solutions and other advanced technologies, has finalized the deployment of its Mobile Access digital key solution enabled with Google Wallet compatibility at Clarion Hotel Post in Gothenburg, Sweden. In collaboration with Zaplox, a leading provider of digital guest solutions, and NXP Semiconductors, a leading provider of secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, Vingcard’s ability to offer Near Field Communication (NFC)-based Google Wallet compatibility at Clarion Hotel Post represents a technological milestone and the first of many Strawberry-operated properties set to adopt the feature.
“The prevalence of mobile key solutions along with the technology’s range of abilities is only going to increase further, and we are honored to work with Strawberry in showcasing the next step in our solution’s evolving journey,” said Li Wang, Head of Hospitality with Vingcard. “Guests visiting Clarion Hotel Post can now enjoy the peace and comfort of their guestroom as soon as they arrive with the flick of a personal device, and we look forward to providing more guests with this experience-altering benefit as we make digital wallet compatibility available to our customers around the world.”
Mobile Access utilizes NFC to support Google Wallet compatibility, allowing guests to present personal devices to Vingcard door lock readers as a secure key. To ensure maximum safety and privacy, the solution leverages NXP’s MIFARE 2GO credential solution, which is responsible for card lifecycle management and the complete card digitalization process for placing the room key in Google Wallet.
MIFARE 2GO is notably a cloud service, providing properties with the ability to adopt the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommended advanced encryption standard for digitalized offerings, as well as enabling flexible end-customer journeys, whether it’s web-provisioning or the native Google Wallet experience. It also allows mobile key solutions to seamlessly exist alongside more traditional credential options such as keycards and badges.
"This innovative project, the very first in the hospitality industry enabled by MIFARE 2GO, allows guests to have faster check-in and room services by using the digital keycards on their mobile devices,” Said Philippe Dubois, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Secure Transactions & Identification at NXP. "This transformation will enable digital deployments that enhance guest convenience and security."
For more information, visit vingcard.com.
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Bullseye SD Locks has announced that Steve Hall has been named Chief Operating Officer. Hall has been involved in the management and daily operations at Bullseye since 2012.
For more information on Bullseye, visit www.bullseyesdlocks.com
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) recently presented Michael Tierney, BHMA Standards Director and staunch contributor to BHMA, with the esteemed Richard A. Hudnut Distinguished Service Award. This honor recognizes exemplary performance by an individual identified by their association colleagues as having consistently demonstrated integrity, outstanding dedication, and a strong commitment to the standards or code development process of BHMA.
Tierney has been a major industry and BHMA contributor for more than 20 years and will be retiring at the end of May. Tierney is being recognized with this honor due to his dedicated service to BHMA, having served as the Products Standards Director. Under this role, he coordinated the development and revision of the BHMA performance standards for building hardware products.
“Over the last 25 years, Michael has been a major contributor to the positive culture and success of BHMA. He was outstanding to work with – demonstrating exceptional insight, dedication, and talent throughout his years with us. Michael was a staunch advocate of the industry and BHMA, a reliable supporter of his team, knew from experience how to gain consensus and move initiatives forward. He will be sorely missed,” said Ralph Vasami, BHMA Executive Director.
Tierney departs BHMA as a principal member on technical committees for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the ICC A117.1 Committee for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, and ASTM International.
“Throughout his extensive career, Michael has exemplified professionalism and dedication. His commitment to the industry, and BHMA in particular, is an example for all of us. I am proud to have been able to share part of his journey and wish him nothing but the best in his well-deserved retirement. Presenting Michael the Hudnut award is a highlight for me and certainly could not have gone to a more deserving individual.” said Tim Weller, BHMA President.
“Michael has been a great friend and colleague throughout the years we have worked together. He is more than deserving of this award as he has not only provided great leadership, but has been a great mentor throughout his tenure,” said Karen Bishop, BHMA Standards Manager.
To learn more about BHMA, visit www.buildershardware.com
GREENVILLE, South Carolina – Paxton Access, the international security technology manufacturer, has recently expanded its training team, to support the growing demand for installer training.
Zehn Zzyrone has taken the role of Field Training Engineer, and Casey Cribbin has joined as Senior Product Trainer. Zzyrone and Cribbin will focus on introducing Paxton’s smart access control solutions to customers and assisting them in growing their security business.
Brian Bonser, Vice President of Customer Support at Paxton, said: “I am pleased to have Zehn and Casey on board. They both bring a wealth of experience to the Training team which they acquired while working in technology and security installation companies and multiple vertical markets. We look forward to Zehn and Casey meeting and training even more Paxton installers.”
Zzyrone has worked in the security industry for 12 years. His experience includes configuring access control and video management software and providing product training to end-users, all of which will help him excel in the role as Field Training Engineer.
Zzyrone said: “My previous roles gave me an opportunity to get familiar with technology and interact with a variety of end-users. Joining the Paxton team allows me to focus on the product training side and grow professionally as a security technology trainer. I am excited to meet with customers and learn about their installation projects.”
Cribbin began his career in training and knowledge management 20 years ago with Samsung Electronics. He is an expert in the training and technology field. Cribbin said: “I have grown my knowledge in technology and developed my career in training at Samsung Electronics America over the 15 years I was there. When I had the opportunity to join another growing technology company, I seized it. I am very excited to meet with installers and show them how Paxton’s systems can benefit them and their customers.”
For more information on Paxton’s free installer training, visit www.paxton-access.com/us/training/.
Allegion plc has appointed Stacy Cozad as senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective Aug. 5, 2024, responsible for Allegion’s global legal affairs, trade compliance, enterprise risk management and corporate communications functions. She will succeed Jeff Braun, who has announced plans to retire on Dec. 31, 2024, and will serve as an advisor during the transition.
Cozad has nearly 30 years of experience spanning law, public affairs, compliance, sustainability, corporate communications and cybersecurity. Most recently, she has served as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary of Ingevity Corporation, a publicly traded (NYSE: NGVT) global company with nearly $2 billion in 2023 revenue.
“Stacy is well-regarded for her extensive professional experiences, strategic problem solving and commitment to core values, and we are excited to welcome her to Allegion. As a member of our executive leadership team, she will help shape our next phase of growth and innovation,” said John H. Stone, Allegion president and CEO. “We are very grateful for Jeff’s many contributions to our company over the last decade. It’s been an honor to work alongside him, and we wish him the best in his retirement.”
