than the over-the-top product. It’s about understanding the real customer need and meeting it.” S ustainability in the supply chain The urgency around climate targets and sustainability is growing as 2050 net-zero targets and interim milestones, such as 68% emissions cut by 2030, get closer. Customers everywhere are also more focused on the environmental impacts of their purchases, while supply chain scrutiny is increasing. In access control, sustainability is a consideration on two levels. Practically, people are demanding products that last longer. They need products that can be repaired rather than replaced, and they’re looking to minimise waste. On a procedural level, customers need their products to be certified so they can satisfy procurement requirements. Success in 2026 requires addressing both of these customer needs, building genuinely more sustainable products that are supported by the right certifications and accreditations. Almost all Codelocks products are
repairable, which massively reduces waste and promotes a more circular economy. In 2025, as part of our sustainability efforts, Codelocks UK achieved ISO 14001 (environmental management) to help our UK customers with their supply chain requirements; 2026 will be the first year we report our emissions too, giving transparency to our customers for their own emissions reporting. M oving forward with awareness What’s become clear from conversations with Codelocks senior leaders is that listening to customers has never been more important. Access control in 2026 comes down to understanding what customers actually need, versus what the industry thinks they should want. Whether working with entrepreneurs applying rental models to new spaces, helping facilities managers balance innovation with operational simplicity, or providing repairable locks backed by ISO certifications, success lies in responding to real needs with the right solutions.
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