But if that's not the threat you are trying to protect against, there are locks that are sufficiently secure that picking or other "low-impact" defeat attempts are considered pretty much pointless. Abloy protec2 comes to mind.
I think it's a pretty good endorsement for Abloy.
Can't be stuck if it's runny.
I want to build a front door with reactive-explosive armor. The team might get through the door, but not the guy with the cutting torch.
Many locks fail quickly with just an angle grinder and a cut-off wheel. (as you can see on Storage Wars)
Every lock I've been unable to pick (usually due to the fact that it's a pile of rust) has been susceptible to bolt-cutters. Big lock? Bigger cutters. Still cheaper than an angle-grinder.