Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions is the leading supplier of high-security printing solutions around the world. In the current evolution of the worldwide payment landscape, some fundamentals, such as ‘Innovation’ and ‘Value Creation’ are contributing to the development of sustainable, resilient and robust payment ecosystems. During this presentation, we will see that the banknote production process has evolved and is continuing to evolve into a lean and efficient model. The progress achieved in this domain has been overshadowed by challenges coming from the cash cycle. We will introduce how the banknote printer can position itself at the centre of the value chain to create a sustainable future for cash by supporting the stakeholders, societies and people who manage it and use it.