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A new chapter in the burgeoning success of CIE Access Control

In an exciting new collaboration, CIE will now offer Salto’s world-class access control solutions, smart locks and innovative biometric technologies as part of its expanding security technology portfolio.

In a special video interview hosted during this year's The Security Event, CIE’s Marketing Director Chris Edwards was joined by Josh Abbott, Sales Director UK for Salto Systems, to mark the occasion and unveil details of the newly formed partnership. The two discussed how Salto’s full-stack access control ecosystem will now be made available through CIE, offering system integrators, consultants and installers even more flexibility and innovation when designing secure environments.

“We’re really excited to announce the latest strategic partnership to CIE as we welcome Salto to our product range,” said Chris Edwards. “There are some incredibly secure and smart products we’re going to be adding to our portfolio that really fit our key verticals - particularly residential and multi-dwelling residential (MDU) - as we look at larger and more complex projects.”

Josh Abbott echoed the enthusiasm from Salto’s perspective, stating:

“At Salto, we are a solutions provider. We offer access control, visitor management, facial recognition, locker locking solutions, and more. We feel this really aligns with CIE’s core values of being a solutions company - and that’s why this partnership makes so much sense. There’s great cohesion here.”

Why Salto?

Josh Abbott Salto Systems Salto Systems has carved out a reputation as one of the most innovative and reliable names in electronic access control. Founded with the vision of revolutionising traditional mechanical keys, Salto has expanded into a global leader in wireless, cloud-based and mobile access solutions.

The company’s success has been built on a modular approach to smart building security. This allows seamless integration of hardware, software and services tailored to diverse industries - from commercial offices and educational campuses to residential developments and hospitality venues.

“We’re actually spread across all industries,” explained Abbott. “Our biggest markets in the UK are education, residential, and hospitality. But we also have a significant presence in commercial, retail and critical infrastructure. Our products are adaptable to all types of environments, and our software solutions can target different industries. We’re an industry-agnostic company - we don’t want to be tied into one place.”

What’s in the Salto product range?

Salto's product range goes far beyond traditional access control. Their comprehensive ecosystem includes:

1. Access Control Platforms
At the heart of Salto’s offering is a range of access platforms designed to suit a wide spectrum of needs:

Salto Space – An on-premise platform built for flexibility and scalability, used in environments that require detailed, site-based access control.
Salto KS (Keys as a Service) – A cloud-based access control solution ideal for co-working spaces, multi-tenant residential blocks, and remote management scenarios. KS supports mobile credentials and offers powerful APIs for integration.

2. Smart Locks & Wireless Readers
Salto has redefined how electronic locks function:

XS4 Original & XS4 Mini – Electronic escutcheons for retrofitting traditional doors, supporting RFID, BLE, and NFC.
Salto Neo Cylinder – A smart wireless cylinder that fits into almost any door type without the need for hardwiring.
Access Readers & Controllers – Designed for doors requiring high-level access control or integration with building automation.

Abbott elaborated:

“Our locks range from battery-powered devices supporting mobile keys to hardwired locksets - and now also locker locks. We’ve seen a big shift in user expectations. With services like Amazon delivering at all hours, smart locks are becoming essential, especially for residential and parcel access.”

3. Facial Recognition & Biometrics
In a bold move toward future-proofing building access, Salto is entering the biometric access control space with Salto Face Access - a brand-new facial recognition solution.

“We’re just launching our biometric facial recognition solution - Salto Access for Face. It’s part of the move towards frictionless access and secure, touchless environments,” said Abbott.

4. Visitor & Contractor Management
Also showcased at The Security Event 2025 was Salto’s BlueEntrance platform:

BlueEntrance – A powerful cloud-based visitor, contractor, and compliance management solution that enables pre-registration, induction management, site workflows, and credential provisioning.

“It allows customers to manage everything - visitors, contractors, workflows, inductions, getting them on site, assigning access. It’s a comprehensive solution that adds real value,” noted Abbott.

5. Smart Logistics Hub
Another highlight is the Smart Logistics Hub - Salto’s answer to secure parcel delivery in residential and commercial settings.

“We’re just releasing a product called our Smart Logistics Hub. It’s a parcel delivery solution that allows residents and delivery people to assign, track, and collect packages securely. It’s about making everyday logistics seamless.”

“We’ve always positioned CIE as a value-added distributor - not just selling boxes, but providing the technical knowledge and integration support to make these systems work in the real world."

A powerful alignment between CIE and Salto

As part of its ongoing mission to provide the industry’s best-in-class technologies, CIE sees Salto as a natural fit for its security systems portfolio.

With an extensive background in integrating building technologies - such as IP intercoms, AV signal distribution and intelligent locking - CIE brings a deep technical understanding and a broad customer base across residential, education, commercial and hospitality sectors.

“We’ve always positioned CIE as a value-added distributor - not just selling boxes, but providing the technical knowledge and integration support to make these systems work in the real world,” added Edwards. “Salto fits that model perfectly.”

The addition of Salto expands CIE’s ability to provide end-to-end access control solutions - from cloud-managed wireless locks to advanced visitor compliance platforms - backed by trusted brands and supported by CIE’s industry-leading technical services.

A Vision for the Future

The Security Event 2025 provided the perfect platform for this game-changing announcement, bringing together thousands of professionals from across the security, property, and construction sectors.

Salto’s commitment to developing intuitive, interoperable, and future-facing security solutions resonated deeply with visitors - and with CIE’s ethos of innovation through partnership.

“There’s always something new at the show,” said Abbott. “New trends, new technologies. And that’s what we love. The market is moving so fast, and we’re moving with it - whether that’s facial recognition, mobile access, or compliance tools. Through this partnership with CIE, we’re excited to bring these innovations to a wider audience.”

Ready to Explore the Future of Access?

Whether you're designing a multi-dwelling residential building, a student accommodation project, or a high-traffic commercial space - Salto’s smart access solutions are now available via CIE Group, along with full training, integration support, and expert advice.

CIE will also be running webinars, hands-on training sessions, and live product demonstrations to support the rollout of Salto solutions and ensure the installer and consultant community can get up to speed quickly.

If you want to see the future of smart access in action - or learn how to integrate Salto into your next project - contact the CIE technical team today.