IP Door Entry Ltd Awarded Police-Backed Accreditation for IPGUARD, Cyber-Secure Smart Access System

The accreditation recognises IPGUARD as a cutting-edge cloud-based platform that’s cyber-secure, scalable, and built for the future of smart property access, delivering safety and peace of mind for residents.

In addition, IPGUARD products have been certified to IASME IoT Cyber Assurance Level 2 as well as meeting the necessary cyber and physical security requirements to gain the Secure Connected Device accreditation. This scheme highlights products that meet rigorous IoT (Internet of Things) standards, demonstrating that they have taken stringent steps to reduce vulnerabilities and protect clients from cyber security attacks.

Obtaining this level of certification confirms IP Door Entry’s commitment to safety and security and demonstrates that IPGUARD offers robust protection against emerging digital threats, helping to safeguard residents’ homes and landlords’ assets.

Designed for communal flats and multi-occupancy buildings, IPGUARD connects visitors directly to residents’ smartphones, tablets or landlines, eliminating the need for costly in-flat monitors and extensive cabling. Housing providers benefit for faster, simpler installation, cloud-based management across multiple sites, and reduced lifecycle costs. Residents enjoy convenience, accessibility and peace of mind, with 24/7 secure access and features such as visitor snapshots, Bluetooth Virtual Keys, support for hearing aids, and Braille keypads.

Notable projects include upgrades for the London Borough of Newham, Clarion Housing, Sovereign Network Group, Broadwater Farm Estate in Tottenham (Haringey Council), and Royal Arsenal Development in Woolwich (Berkeley Homes).

Michelle Kradolfer, National SBD Manager said, “I’m delighted that the IPGUARD product range has achieved the Secure Connected Device accreditation. Ensuring robust security across all IoT products is essential to protect consumers and minimise the risk of cybercrime. IP Door Entry’s compliance with this accreditation sends a clear message that they understand the critical important of IoT security and are leading by example in safeguarding their customers and the wider public.”

Solomon Garfield, Director at IP Door Entry, said, “Achieving SBD/SCD accreditation reinforces our commitment to innovation, cybersecurity and resident safety. We’re proud to set a new benchmark for secure, connected access control and give housing providers confidence that our systems are both future-proof and police recognised”.

IP Door Entry’s accredited range can be found here on their dedicated member’s page. To book a demonstration or for further information see here www.ipdoorentry.co.uk.

Secured by Design (SBD) is owned by the UK Police Service with the specific aim of reducing crime and increasing safety for businesses and individuals.

SBD seeks to improve the physical security of buildings and the surrounding area using products such as doors, windows, locks and walling systems along with fencing systems that meet the SBD Police Preferred Specification security requirements.

SBD have many partner organisations, ranging from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government through to local authorities, housing associations, developers and manufacturers and work closely with standards and certification bodies.

SBD is the only way for companies to obtain police recognition for security-related products in the UK, through the Police Preferred Specification - a product-based accreditation scheme developed 25 years ago, which provides a recognised standard for all security products that effectively deter and reduce crime. SBD work with manufacturers and standards authorities to ensure that security standards are current and updated to keep pace with emerging crime trends.

Learn more about Secured by Design and our member companies at: https://www.securedbydesign.com/