Security Journal UK speaks exclusively with Lukáš Rozmajzl, Sharry and Dominic Brunning, HID on how mobile credentials are enabling secure, frictionless access in modern buildings.
HID and Sharry share a common goal: To create smarter, more connected environments where security and convenience coexist seamlessly.
Our collaboration combines HID’s expertise in trusted identity and access management with Sharry’s workplace experience platform to deliver solutions that make buildings secure, intuitive and engaging.
Mobile credentials are central to this vision and offer a secure, frictionless experience using devices people already carry.
Powered by technologies such as NFC, BLE and encrypted mobile IDs, mobile access ensures convenience without compromising security.
The partnership began in 2016, driven by a shared vision to redefine how people interact with buildings through secure, seamless and mobile-first access.
Both companies recognised early on that the future of workplace experience would be digital and frictionless.
By combining these strengths, we created integrated solutions that deliver mobile credentials, visitor management and tenant engagement in one cohesive experience.
Our approach starts with security by design and simplicity at the forefront.
HID’s identity and access technologies, combined with Sharry’s intuitive interfaces, ensure every interaction feels natural – whether unlocking a door with a smartphone or granting visitor access remotely.
Behind the scenes, advanced encryption, multi-factor authentication and compliance with global standards guarantee that convenience never compromises security.
Mobile access removes the friction of traditional credentials: No physical cards or PIN codes – just a smartphone or smartwatch.
Technologies like NFC, BLE and encrypted mobile IDs make the process fast, safe and seamless.
Privacy is a key topic at every level of digital transformation – and it’s a non-negotiable.
Both HID and Sharry adhere to strict data protection principles, including data minimisation, anonymisation and user consent.
Access data is processed in full compliance with GDPR and other regional regulations, ensuring transparency and control for end-users.
For example, building managers receive only aggregated insights rather than individual behavioural profiles.
Our systems are designed so that convenience – such as personalised access or visitor pre-registration – never comes at the expense of personal privacy.
Five years from now, smart buildings will feel effortless, personalised and sustainable.
Imagine walking into a building where your identity is recognised securely, your workspace is pre-configured to your preferences – all without manual intervention.
Mobile credentials will be standard and interoperability between platforms will allow tenants and visitors to move seamlessly across different environments.
Smart buildings will evolve into ecosystems that enhance productivity, wellbeing and sustainability while creating new opportunities for monetisation through premium services and data-driven building management.
AI will anticipate user needs: Doors unlock as you approach, visitor credentials are issued automatically and anomalies in access behaviour trigger proactive security measures.
AI-driven systems will learn individual preferences for lighting, temperature and workspace allocation, creating a truly personalised experience that also supports operational efficiency.
We’re already working towards this vision by exploring new technologies and leading the way with mobile solutions and biometrics.
These innovations are paving the path for secure, frictionless access and smarter, more intuitive building experiences.
This article was originally published in the December edition of Security Journal UK. To read your FREE digital edition, clickhere.
