Never Worry About Unauthorized Access to Your Business Ever Again
Have you ever worried about unauthorized access to your business or struggled with keeping track of keys that you’ve distributed to employees?
If so you’re not alone. In fact, traditional lock-and-key systems present numerous security vulnerabilities and plenty of practical inconveniences.
This is where an access control system – using key cards and fob access – will provide a robust solution that offers superior property security, greater flexibility and streamlined management of who enters your premises, when and where.
Will Your Business Benefit from an Access Control System?
If your business needs to restrict certain areas, manage employee access or maintain a reliable record of entry activity, it will benefit from an access control system’s practical layer of protection.
Permissions can be assigned according to each person’s role, all of which makes access control particularly useful for protecting:
- Main entrances and staff-only doors
- Server rooms and data centres
- Financial records and document archives
- Executive offices and HR departments
- Inventory rooms and product storage
- Cash-handling and payment areas
- Research and prototype facilities
- Warehouses and supply rooms
- Shipping and receiving areas
- Mechanical and utility rooms
Detailed access logs will show you which credential was used, where it was used and when the event occurred. These records can support internal security policies, incident investigations, regulatory audits and other compliance requirements.
The Main Benefits of an Access Control System
1. You can still prevent unauthorized entry
An access control system gives you the freedom to ensure only authorized individuals can gain entry to your space. Unlike traditional keys that can be easily duplicated, lost or stolen, an access control system provides unique identifiers through the use of PINs, key cards, key fobs, biometric information and smartphone app integration.
2. You can hold detailed entry records
One major advantage of an access control system is the comprehensive record-keeping capabilities. Every entry or exit is logged, and you can access detailed tracking information of who accessed your property and when.
It’s undeniable that this feature is great at enhancing accountability and security at the same time.
3. You can instantly deactivate access
One of the standout benefits of access control systems is your ability to instantly deactivate access permissions whenever necessary.
In the event of a security concern, personnel change, or employment termination, you can instantly deactivate a key card or fob or reassign it, without having to retrieve physical keys or change the locks.
This instant deactivation feature ensures your security uptime remains at 100% while the premises stay secure without interruption.
4. Remote Management Capabilities
Remote management allows authorized administrators to control access through a secure smartphone app or web portal. You can add or remove users, change door permissions, adjust access schedules, review activity logs and remotely lock or unlock designated entry points without being on-site.
Real-time alerts can notify you about denied entry attempts, doors left open or access occurring outside approved hours. This gives you the information and control needed to investigate unusual activity and respond quickly to potential security concerns.
5. You obtain immediate convenience
With professional access control, you can say bye to key management hassles. Managing physical keys is cumbersome, outdated, costly, and risky. Keys can be copied or lost which can force you to purchase expensive replacements or to re-key the locks. No thank you.
With an access control system, lost or unreturned cards and fobs can be deactivated immediately without replacing keys or re-keying the locks.
6. Easy access for authorized individuals only
Authorized users can enter approved areas quickly and conveniently without relying on traditional keys. Access can be granted through:
- PIN codes
- Access cards
- Key fobs
- Mobile device apps
- Biometric identification (fingerprints, facial recognition)
Key cards remain one of the most widely used credentials for commercial properties. You can learn more about how key card locks work in commercial security, including the differences between magnetic-stripe and RFID technology.
Depending on which access system you choose, each credential can be programmed with specific permissions, allowing people to access the appropriate doors and areas at approved times.
7. Set temporary and/or scheduled access
You can grant access for a single visit, a recurring work schedule or a defined date range, without having to hand out physical keys.
Temporary and scheduled property access permissions are ideal for:
- Contractors and tradespeople
- Temporary or seasonal employees
- Cleaning and maintenance staff
- Delivery personnel
- Vendors and suppliers
- Property managers
- Event staff
- Visitors and guests
Permissions can be limited to specific doors, days and hours, then set to expire automatically. Administrators can also modify or revoke access remotely through a smartphone app or desktop computer whenever plans change.
8. Access Control is Cost-Effective
With access control at your business, you experience reduced long-term costs. Although there’s the initial cost to setting up access control, the long-term financial savings and peace of mind are substantial.
You get to eliminate the recurring expenses and headaches associated with lost keys, lock replacements, and potential security breaches.
Each door or entry area is easily managed and provides you with immediate control over who has access and exactly when they’re permitted entry, with the ability to revoke permissions any time.
With access control you minimize vulnerabilities inherent in traditional locks and provide a much more secure environment for your employees and guests, while drastically reducing the risk of unauthorized entries.
9. Integration with Other Security Systems
Modern access control systems can integrate with existing security and building-management technology and provide more complete protection from a single connected platform.
Depending on the system, access control can work with:
- Video surveillance cameras
- Intrusion and alarm systems
- Fire and life-safety systems
- Video intercom systems
- Visitor management systems
- Elevator access controls
- Parking gates and garage entrances
- Building automation systems
- Mobile alerts and remote monitoring platforms
For example, when access control and video surveillance are connected, camera footage can be linked to individual entry events. This would allow you to verify who used a credential, investigate suspicious activity and respond to potential security incidents faster.
What Does it Take to Setup Access Control?
Setting up access control begins with an assessment of your property, entry points and security requirements. If you do business in Brantford or the GTA, Millennium Security Services will recommend, configure and professionally install a key card, key fob or mobile access system that works with your existing security equipment and can expand as your needs change.