Smart locker hardware: Selecting for building-wide integration, longevity and usability

Modern office buildings in Australia universally incorporate base building electronic access control systems such as Gallagher, Integriti, HID, or Salto. These systems manage access to key areas, including main entrances, car parks, lifts, and office entry points. For corporate tenants and their employees, seamless access is typically provided via fobs or keycards. Increasingly, workplace apps and mobile credentials are being integrated, allowing users to access doors with their smartphones. Solutions like Gantner, for example, enable mobile credentials to be used directly via an app or stored in digital wallets. 

This paper will explore the key drivers behind smart locker adoption in EoT and corporate applications. It will also outline best practices and considerations for specifying the right smart locker solution for a project. 

While EoT facilities are a key focus, it’s important to note that smart lockers are also gaining traction in corporate tenancies, as well as in tertiary education and healthcare environments. 

With electronic access control now standard in commercial buildings, the demand for seamless, tech- enabled access is extending beyond doors to other touchpoints—particularly personal storage solutions like lockers. Whether in end-of-trip (EoT) facilities, office spaces, or other shared environments, users now expect the same convenience when accessing lockers as they do when entering the building itself.