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Allegiona pioneering security products and solutions provider, has been named a Promoter Member of the Connectivity Standards Alliance (the Alliance) and, with this elevated status, gained a seat on the Alliance Board of Directors.

The Alliance is made up of more than 600 companies creating, maintaining and delivering open standards for the Internet of Things (IoT). As a part of this organisation, Allegion helps develop and promote those standards, which are expected to improve user experiences in smart homes and smart building ecosystems.

New level of collaboration

Allegion and our team of experts have been long-time supporters and active members of the Alliance—and we look forward to this new level of collaboration with other industry providers who share our passion for responsibly shaping the future of connectivity,” said Allegion Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Vince Wenos.

He adds, “As a company committed to enabling seamless and secure access for our customers, we believe open standards and interoperability will be key drivers of innovation, ultimately improving user experiences and increasing adoption of smart technologies.”

Future of the IoT

With this added role, Allegion will expand its pioneers in and influence on the future of the IoT

Wenos added that Allegion Director of Global Technology, Connectivity and Sensing Ryan Kincaid will hold the company’s Alliance Board seat.

Kincaid has more than 20 years of experience producing customer-driven technology solutions through new product development, engineering and advanced development. With this added role in the Alliance, Allegion will expand its pioneers in and influence on the future of the IoT.

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The Alliance’s Promoter members represent industry providers with unique perspectives,” said Alliance President and CEO Tobin Richardson.

He adds, “We welcome Allegion to the Alliance Board, reaffirming their commitment to interoperability while collaboratively driving growth in IoT. Across the Alliance’s working groups, their expertise in security and access solutions is critical to harmonising connected ecosystems.”

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