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Chubbsafes, part of Gunnebo Safe Storage, has launched a new technical discussion guide examining when certified storage should be reviewed based on the value of jewellery and precious metals. Developed for jewellery retailers, manufacturers, bullion dealers and security professionals, When Asset Values Rise, Should Storage Be Reviewed? explores the relationship between certified storage, declared asset values and physical security. It considers the technical factors influencing safe storage, from recognised testing standards and installation through to operational procedures and insurer expectations. Recognised testing standards The publication highlights how businesses routinely review financial performance, insurance and operational risk while physical storage can remain unchanged for many years. As inventory values increase, reviewing whether certified protection continues to align with the value of the assets being stored forms an essential part of wider security planning. Says Mark Brookes, Global Product & Standards Director at Gunnebo Safe Storage: “Certified storage is specified against a defined level of risk and asset value. When businesses expand, inventory profiles change or insurance requirements are updated, reviewing the original specification helps ensure the level of protection remains appropriate for the assets being secured.” Latest power tools "Independent certification provides an objective benchmark for these discussions. It allows business owners, insurers and security professionals to assess physical protection against recognised performance standards, giving everyone a common point of reference when reviewing storage arrangements." The guide examines how independently certified storage supports the protection of jewellery, precious metals and other high value assets. It explains the role of EN 1143-1 certification, the introduction of T2 testing against latest power tools and the importance of matching certified protection to declared asset values. Influencing physical security It explores the wider factors influencing physical security, including installation, access control, inventory management, alarm integration and operational procedures. Together, these elements determine how certified storage performs within the day-to-day operation of a jewellery business. Mark concludes: “The discussion guide has been developed to support informed conversations between business owners, insurers, security consultants and physical security specialists responsible for protecting high value assets. By bringing together recognised standards and current industry considerations, it provides a technical reference for reviewing certified storage as part of ongoing business risk management.”

Gunnebo Safe Storage has introduced OEM Barrier Solutions, a global offering bringing together its engineering, manufacturing and certification capabilities for security-critical applications. The launch builds on Gunnebo Safe Storage's established work with manufacturers across the financial sector, high-risk industries, high-end retail, pharmaceutical markets, reflecting the wider range of applications in which its barrier technology is now being integrated. Security-critical applications One in four ATMs worldwide incorporates a Gunnebo safe, providing a long-standing example of how its certified protection can be engineered into complex products and manufactured at scale. OEM Barrier Solutions supports manufacturers across security-critical applications, providing reinforced steel and composite-filled barriers alongside engineering, certification and manufacturing support. Its capabilities cover threats including burglary, fire, ballistic and electromagnetic protection, with region-for-region manufacturing helping OEMs maintain consistent production and reduce supply chain exposure. Certified barrier components Says Nathan Atterbury, Vice President, OEM Barrier Solutions at Gunnebo Safe Storage: “Our experience with OEMs has developed through years of working alongside manufacturers on products where the barrier cannot simply be treated as a standalone component. It works within the wider system, meets the required certification and continues to perform through production and operation. OEM Barrier Solutions brings our engineering experience, and proven security know-how together and gives us a clear platform to support manufacturers across a much broader range of security-critical applications.” Gunnebo Safe Storage can provide locking technology, authentication systems, software and connectivity alongside certified barrier components. These technologies can be incorporated into OEM product designs where physical protection and electronic security form part of the same system. OEM barrier solutions The breadth of engineering, certification and manufacturing capabilities can be applied wherever physical protection is incorporated into the design of other products, including those requiring integration with electronic security and connectivity systems. Nathan concluded: “With OEM Barrier Solutions, Gunnebo Safe Storage is bringing our capabilities together for manufacturers operating in environments where compliance, resilience and product integrity are fundamental to product development. The focus is on working with OEM engineering teams from the outset, supporting the product through certification and production, and maintaining a technical relationship throughout its lifecycle.”

Gunnebo Group has been awarded an EcoVadis Silver Medal, recognising global progress in strengthening sustainability performance across its operations, whole value chain and business operations. EcoVadis is one of the world's most widely recognised independent business sustainability assessment platforms, evaluating organisations across four key areas: environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. Formalise sustainability commitments The recognition reflects a focused programme of work undertaken across Gunnebo Group to strengthen governance, formalise sustainability commitments and further embed responsible business practices throughout the organisation. Efforts have centred on developing a more comprehensive policy framework, providing clearer foundations for how sustainability is managed and supporting greater consistency across the group business. Says Per Hökfelt, Group Sustainability Director at Gunnebo Group: "This EcoVadis recognition reflects the work taking place across the Group to strengthen governance, improve transparency and embed more consistent processes for responsible business. It also reflects our commitment to taking a structured, long-term approach to sustainability, with continuous improvement and collaboration helping to integrate sustainability considerations into decision-making across the complete business." Supply chain activities Gunnebo's participation in the United Nations Global Compact has reinforced its commitment to internationally recognised principles covering human rights, labour, environmental responsibility and anti-corruption. The initiative supports the Group's broader approach to responsible business conduct and contributes to greater transparency and accountability. Further progress has been made in responsible supply chain management, with Gunnebo strengthening supplier assessment processes and its approach to evaluating sustainability-related risks. This is helping to integrate environmental, social and ethical considerations more effectively into procurement and supply chain activities. Social and ethical considerations This wider approach to ESG performance includes a Living Wage analysis across the organisation, using independent Living Wage benchmarks from the WageIndicator Foundation. Alongside strengthened responsible sourcing and supplier assessment, this provides greater insight into the social and ethical considerations that underpin Gunnebo's approach to responsible business. Per concludes: "Sustainability expectations continue to increase across industries, supply chains and stakeholder groups. Maintaining a strong governance framework and a clear approach to responsible business practices remains essential to meeting these expectations. This recognition acknowledges the progress achieved across Gunnebo Group and provides a strong platform for continued development to achieve Gold. We remain focused on further strengthening sustainability performance and embedding responsible business practices throughout the organisation as part of our long-term strategy."

ISC East continues to flourish as the Northeast’s largest security trade show. Focused on the big Tri-State market and overall Northeast sector vs. the flagship ISC West event in Las Vegas in the spring, the International Security Conference & Exposition at New York’s Javits Center will be held Nov. 20 and 21. “Anybody who has been to the show has commented and seen the growth,” says Mary Beth Shaughnessy, Event Director, ISC Events at Reed Exhibitions. Ninety new exhibitors When the show opens, there will be around 90 new exhibitors, including Gunnebo, Mobotix, Liftmaster, Cypress Integration Solutions, SAFR from Real Networks and Security Brands. Because it is a regional show, some large companies have smaller exhibits that feature their local and regional personnelLarger exhibitors at the show include Brooklyn Low Voltage Supply (distributor), Axis Communications, DoorKing Inc., NAPCO Security Technologies, and All American Monitoring. Because it is a regional show, some large companies have smaller exhibits that feature their local and regional personnel eager to meet with security professionals from the Northeast corridor. ISC East will be co-located with the Infosecurity ISACA North America Expo and Conference. The combination provides a comprehensive approach to physical and cyber security products and services. Rapid growth in past three years The audience at ISC East is unique – about 90% of attendees do not attend ISC West. The show has seen rapid growth in the past three years, and attendees report a new energy and passion among exhibitors and attendees. By every measure, the show will be bigger than last year, while maintaining the intimate, smaller vibe of a regional show. A “Crack the Tap” cocktail reception will be held at the end of the first day on the show floor. A charity activity on the ISC East show floor will be presented in partnership with Mission 500, an organisation that works to serve the needs of children and communities in crisis. At the Mission 500 booth which will be adjacent to the Main Stage, each exhibition attendee will be invited to create a “care package” of essential hygiene items that will be delivered to children and families in need, in partnership with Volunteers of America - Greater New York. Attendees may write a note of encouragement to be included in the package they assemble. Event will highlight security startups A Nov. 20 (Wednesday) session at ISC East will highlight startup companies in a format reminiscent of television’s “Shark Tank.” Four finalists will take to the main stage and provide a seven-minute pitch about their new product or service. After the “Tech Tank” presentations, audience members vote live on their mobile app for their top choice, and the winner will be announced during the “Crack the Tap” cocktail reception.Four finalists will take to the main stage and provide a seven-minute pitch about their new product or service “It’s a programme that allows attendees to see and hear about cutting edge technologies,” says Nicole Miller, Senior Conference Manager, ISC Security Events. The four finalists, chosen from more than 40 exhibitor submissions, are Arrow Labs’ MIMS Smart Watch for mobile incident management; Cepton Technologies’ Helius Smart LiDAR System; SAFR from RealNetworks’ Facial Recognition system, and ZeroEyes’ Weapons Detection and Active Shooter Mitigation Platform. New partnership with ASIS New York Beginning in 2020, ISC East will be combined with the ASIS New York chapter’s annual conference and expo, which was held in May this year. Starting next year, the events will be rolled into one industry-wide expo and education event geared to serving the total security industry in the tri-state area (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut). In 2020 there will be an enhanced education programme along with the combined event next fall. In recognition of the new partnership, ISC East is involving the ASIS NYC chapter in this year’s show, too, with a booth on the show floor, and promotional logos and signage. The ASIS chapter will have a table at the SIA Honors Night event on Nov. 20. “We are really involving them this year to show we are working together and partnering going forward,” says Shaughnessy.