Systems

Of course, you need to establish what level of security needed. Asking experts to assess your premises and make recommendations is a good way to start this process. Once you decide these factors, you can make decisions about what kind of features needed

The type of property and its location are the most important things to consider. Buildings located in high traffic areas, transportation, tourist attractions and cultural centres have inherently higher risk of crime and require extra security measures.

A safe and secure working environment means higher productivity and reduced losses, which means higher profits.

Integration

Software is a key component of access control systems, particularly when you include monitoring capabilities. You should ensure the system you choose to use will run well on the operating system that your organisation uses for any computers that are on site.

If you want to create a custom security solution that integrates with other systems such as CCTV or remote monitoring, ensure you have the right technology in place to do so. You should also consider things such as whether you want web based connectivity to your access control system. This allows you to manage users, system devices and view reports from any device that has access to the internet.

Control

Properties are as diverse as the families and businesses that occupy them, thus the security system that protects them must reflect this. Solutions range from a simple, standalone one door solution all the way to a fully integrated building-wide access control system that allows you to restrict access to certain areas to certain individuals with the right clearances as well as monitor access and time spent in those areas.

Of course, there are also plenty of options in between. When choosing an access control system, you should consider what level of security you require as well as how many areas you want to secure and what kind of areas they are, from rooms to cabinets and lockers.