London, United Kingdom, June 3, 2025 – CMS Distribution is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Swissbit, a pioneer in secure digital technologies. Starting with Swissbit’s iShield Key series, this collaboration marks a significant step in delivering cutting-edge security solutions to partners across the UK & Ireland.
Swissbit enhances digital security and convenience by safeguarding users’ identities across websites, applications, online services, and corporate networks, while also ensuring secure physical access control.
With 90% of internet users concerned about compromised passwords and credential breaches responsible for 61% of cyberattacks, robust authentication is more critical than ever. The Swissbit iShield Key series delivers industry-leading protection with a seamless blend of security, simplicity, and flexibility, actively defending users against phishing, social engineering, and account takeover attempts.
“Partnering with CMS marks a significant milestone for Swissbit as we expand our footprint into the UK and Irish markets,” said Steffen Allert, Director Sales Security Solutions at Swissbit. “CMS’s proven track record in bringing innovative technologies to a wide network of IT resellers makes them an ideal match for our iShield Key product line. With strong market access and a deep understanding of channel dynamics, CMS will help us unlock new opportunities and deliver our trusted authentication solutions to a broader audience.”
Sophia Anastasi, Head of Enterprise Sales at CMS Distribution said, “CMS Distribution are delighted to announce our new partnership with Swissbit, distributing their iShield Key product line, across the UK & Ireland. Swissbit is an exciting addition to our security offering, connecting our UK&I partners and their customers with a leading identity, access, and hardware authentication security product. We look forward to building a strong and successful partnership with Swissbit.”
This partnership combines CMS Distribution’s tech distribution expertise with Swissbit’s advanced security innovations to deliver scalable, reliable solutions that safeguard identities and access points. Their shared commitment strengthens digital security, helping to build a safer and more resilient future.
ABOUT CMS
Since 1988, People, Technology and exceptional Service have been at the heart of CMS Distribution. We take great pride in seeking out innovative technologies that deliver cost-effective solutions, enabling our trade-only customers to succeed.
Our business represents 200+ manufacturers and we sell to a “glocal” customer base made up of corporate resellers, managed service providers, high street and online retailers ranging from large multi-nationals to smaller, independent IT companies.
At CMS, we specialise in finding and delivering emerging technologies to market whilst growing established brands using a range of value-added services.
ABOUT VENDOR
Swissbit AG is the leading European technology company for data storage and security solutions. Our vision is to build a connected world where data and identities are trusted, ensuring digital sovereignty. Combining unique expertise in hardware and firmware design with advanced packaging know-how, Swissbit develops and manufactures innovative data storage, data protection and digital identity solutions. All products are “Made in Germany” and offer industrial-grade quality, high reliability, long-term availability, and custom optimisation.
Swissbit's solutions are utilised across many industries, including industrial automation, networking & communications, edge computing, transportation, critical infrastructure, defence, and the public sector.
Founded in 2001, Swissbit has offices in Switzerland (HQ), Germany, the USA, Japan, and Taiwan, and maintains its own semiconductor production facility in Berlin, Germany.
For further information, please visit www.swissbit.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
CMS Distribution
Liam Mugford – Head of Partner Development
liam.mugford@cmsdistribution.com
Swissbit
Isabel Kofler – Regional Sales Manager Embedded IoT Solutions & Security
Main Tel: +44 (0) 208 960 6000
Website: www.cmsdistribution.com
