SafeControl Manager

Secure safe deposit box management for modern banks worldwide.

SafeControl Manager is the field-proven safe deposit box management software for banks that prioritize integrity, scalability, and audit compliance. Developed by Gunnebo and integrated with the infrastructure and security expertise of IMHOTEC Engineering AG, the system manages operations centrally, efficiently, and securely.

The solution meets all regulatory requirements in accordance with MaRisk and BAIT and has been successfully certified by independent testing bodies such as ATRUVIA and S-CONSIT. It is thus officially approved for use in cooperative banking environments such as agree21—a clear sign of verified IT security and long-term audit compliance.

As an integral software component of a modern digital vault system, SafeControl Manager covers all processes, from traditional counter service to ESDL (Electronic Safe Deposit Locker) with self-authentication, all the way to fully automated customer access (24/7).

The software is OPDV2-certified*, used in thousands of locations worldwide, and is already in productive use at over 250 banks in Switzerland. As a browser-based application,
it provides a real-time overview of the status of all safe deposit boxes at any time and enables remote monitoring and management of fully automated safe deposit systems such as SafeStore Auto as well as SafeStore 2000C or SafeStore 3000F.

In addition to older Gunnebo solutions, SafeControl Manager also supports systems from other manufacturers, including AVM, DM5, ASA, Elan Controller, Keba SC, KABA, Fichet, Wertheim, and Secure Safe systems, thus ensuring seamless integration of existing infrastructures.

Cantonal banks have tested the solution as part of extensive penetration tests (PEN tests) and confirmed its suitability for use in modern, secure banking environments.

Upon request, we can arrange a reference visit to banks that are already using SafeControl Manager in productive operation.

*OPVD2 certification means that the software or IT system has been verified to operate securely, transparently, and in compliance with the law; it is therefore also recognized by auditors and approved for audit purposes.

Clear Added Value for Your Bank Customers

SafeControl Manager creates a new user experience for your bank customers.

Thanks to state-of-the-art security architecture—ranging from encrypted customer chip cards to biometric authentication—customers can access their bank safety deposit boxes independently and securely around the clock. End-to-end encryption and intelligent fraud detection reliably secure
every access.

Your bank customers thus benefit from a transparent and fully digital environment. Every access is protected, every transaction traceable, with the same security standards used in electronic payment transactions.

The result is a service that combines security and freedom—true added value for your bank customers.

Experience SafeControl Manager in live operation

Would you like to see for yourself?

We’ll arrange a personal reference visit for you at a bank that actively uses SafeControl Manager. Discreet, non-binding, and practical.

Benefits for Bank Management

• Offers your customers modern, secure, and digital access (around the clock, without the need to visit a branch).
• Creates efficient, seamless workflows and reduces internal administrative burdens
• Strengthens the bank’s reputation as a modern and trustworthy institution
• Enables investment protection through the integration of existing systems

Benefits for ICT and infrastructure managers

• Unified user management and role-based access control
• Improved signature capture functionality
• Comprehensive logging for audits and security testing
• Open, backward-compatible architecture with documented interfaces to OSPlus, Avaloq, and DynS
• Scheduled updates and stable release cycles ensure reliable continuous operation

 Technical Highlights

• Highly available system architecture with replication servers, backup strategies, and defined failover processes
• Runs on proven database systems such as Firebird, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL, and supports IIS and Apache
• web servers for maximum compatibility and upgradeability
• Encrypted data processing and audit-proof audit trails in accordance with OPDV2, verified by the independent audit body SIZ3
• Unicode-compatible, available in 33 languages, and multi-tenant capable for multiple locations
• State-of-the-art user authentication systems with card readers for crypto memory cards, touchpads for PIN entry, biometric fingerprint/vein scanners including ID matching, and optional video recording

A detailed description of the architecture, interfaces, and system requirements can be found in the following section “Scope of Functions” or in the technical data sheet.

For decades, we at IMHOTEC Engineering AG have been supporting banks throughout Switzerland in digitizing and securing their physical infrastructures.

As a Swiss systems integrator with over 250 successfully implemented systems, we know exactly what matters when it comes to security, efficiency, and reliability.

We offer a one-stop solution, from initial consultation and project management to professional installation and commissioning. Our experienced security experts are always at your side with practical know-how and personalized support.

Whenever possible, we use spare parts made in Switzerland, which our technicians integrate precisely into existing systems. This ensures that your system remains not only reliable but also easy to maintain in the long term.

Our customers value the high quality and transparency of our work. Upon request, we’d be happy to arrange a visit to an existing reference system so you can see for yourself.

See for yourself and schedule a visit.