Volvo IT said it will use the platform to protect the cryptographic keys that support Volvo Group’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificate Authority (CA). The PKI is designed to deliver authentication, encryption and message integrity for securing the email service that is offered to Volvo Group employees worldwide.

According to nCipher, the nShield product provides a tamper-resistant hardware environment for the management of cryptographic keys and protection of sensitive applications.