About

Making security our business since 1926.

A global success built on solid Italian foundations.

CISA in Italy and the world

Our network

The CISA network spans more than 70 countries, with over 2,400 locations, including CISA Authorised Centers, Technical Assistance Centres (CATs) and CISA Service Partners.

These partners are trained and specialised to assist you with the design, installation and maintenance phases.

The year CISA was established, it patented the very first electrically controlled lock, revolutionising the opening and closing of doors and gates.

This ability to innovate and lead the market has been a hallmark of the company for a century, and has led to the development of numerous patents which have made it a world leader in the security industry.

Since 1948, our headquarters have been in Faenza, Emilia-Romagna, a region in Italy with a long history of success in mechanical engineering and a highly specialised manufacturing sector with a high level of technical expertise.

Allegion group

Seamless access for a safer world

CISA has been part of the Allegion Group, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, since 2013.  Specialised in mechanical and electronic security solutions for residential, public and commercial buildings, the multinational brings together over 30 brands sold in more than 130 countries.

CISA is recognised as one of Allegion’s most strategic brands and collaborates with the other companies in the group to create innovative electronic solutions and integrated security platforms, acting as a single point of contact for its customers.

Revenues

$3.8

billion in 2024

Employees

+13k

worldwide

Brand

+30

worldwide

Countries

120

Allegion market

An integrated approach to security

From design to production, CISA can meet all your residential, public and commercial security needs. Thanks to our in-house expertise and that of our Allegion partners, our experts deliver integrated mechanical, electrical and electronic security solutions and assist their clients every step of the way.

Design

We provide a comprehensive service, starting with on-site visits and consultancy services to assess your specific requirements.  We assist with the drafting of specifications and technical requirements, ensuring that all solutions comply with current regulations.

Production

We offer innovative, state-of-the-art technologies designed to provide modular and flexible solutions that integrate seamlessly into.

Assistance

We offer a wide range of services, training courses, technical consultancy and support to meet a variety of needs, as well as online assistance to provide quick and effective solutions.

Design and engineering Made in Italy with an eye to the future

CISA combines technological innovation with Italian design to create smart and sustainable security solutions, with over 100 patents that embody engineering excellence, aesthetic appeal and functionality, ensuring certified quality and international leadership.

From the world’s first electrically controlled lock to smart living solutions.

CISA holds more than 100 patents for the protection of the places where people live and work.  At the CISA Innovation Centre, experts study innovative solutions that combine mechanical security with electronic technologies.

Talent, knowledge and experience that make the difference

Italian design and engineering combine form and function. At CISA, design and production bring unique products to life for customers. CISA products are tested in the EMEA Testing Lab, the only company-owned laboratory accredited by Accredia in Europe, guaranteeing Made in Italy excellence.

Commitment to safety, the environment and the community

CISA shares the Allegion Group’s commitment to environmental sustainability and to achieving increasingly challenging targets as regards safety in the workplace, environmental protection and community support.

Environmental, social and governance

Our ESG policy is backed by ongoing investments to achieve zero workplace accidents, regulatory compliance, emissions reduction, lower water and energy consumption, and zero waste.

The environmental impact of the products

To protect natural resources, we have adopted the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), which provides certified data on a product’s environmental impact throughout its entire life cycle.

In the heart of the community

Over the course of its hundred-year history, CISA has contributed to the well-being of people, supporting charitable initiatives during times of hardship for communities, both near and far, and investing in the future of young people.

Security for all environments

We protect the places where you live and work: with a century of history behind it and the expertise of the Allegion network at its side, CISA is able to offer a wide range of integrated solutions for every living and working environment.

Residential

The range includes local and remote control systems for detached houses and multi-unit residential buildings, designed to facilitate a barrier-free access experience, which can also be extended to third parties.

Non-residential

CISA provides integrated solutions for various applications. In commercial and public settings such as offices and schools, it helps prevent unauthorised entry and regulate access to specific areas based on roles and functions.

Hospitality

In the tourism sector, in addition to security and ease of management, CISA ensures the privacy and comfort of guests.

Hospitals

CISA develops cutting-edge, integrated and customised solutions for healthcare facilities, where it is necessary to regulate the flow of medical staff, patients and visitors throughout the various areas.

Marketing and sales support

From training to technical support, our Customer Care team enhances and improves the selling, installation and use of CISA solutions. Integrated digital instruments also make these services accessible at any moment, providing information and technical support in real time.

Training support

To improve knowledge and use of its products, the CISA Innovation Centre organises training courses on subjects relevant to the sector and also upon request from operators in the sector.

Technical support

A team of experts is always on hand to provide advice on any matter. For out-of-hours technical support requests regarding safes, the uGo virtual assistant is available.

Design support

CISA provides a dedicated consulting service, technical drawings, documentation and certifications to help designers and locksmiths develop the best solution for their client’s needs.