Different Types of Access Control
Different varieties of access control exist that give you options for what type of protection you install in your building. Individual factors of your company can be assessed to see which type of access control is right for your property. You can protect just the front entrance or have connected control for multiple doors, including tiers of security authorization for different staff members. The flow of traffic, amount of employees, and what visitors are coming to your business should also be considered. Each type of access control is operated by a different mechanism.
Types of Access Control Systems:
- Keypads
- Magnetic Stripe Cards
- Digital Locks
- Fingerprint Scanners
- Facial Recognition Scanners
- Smart Keys
The type of access control system you should have installed on your commercial property depends on several factors, including the amount you want to spend, the volume of traffic your company sees every day, the number of employees, and your personal preferences as the business owner. We find the best method of picking out an access control system is to consider why you want to install an access control system to replace your current locks. Is it to track who comes in and out of the door? Is it to have a security advantage over the competition? Is it because you’ve experienced a theft? All of these are valid reasons that will influence the type of access control system you choose.
It’s also important to evaluate how large of an access control system will be appropriate. Will you want to protect just the front door? Multiple exits? Interior doors? All of these considerations must be taken into account to choose the right access control system.
It’s also critical to look at the doors on which you are thinking of installing the access control systems. What are they made of? Who exactly will be accessing them and when? If you operate a small office that only allows employees inside, a simple access control point at the front entrance might be sufficient. The larger the business, the more complex the access control system may need to be. It’s important to remember that you will need, in most areas, at least one designated fire exit in case of emergencies.
Installing an Access Control System
When you have a rough idea of the type of system you are interested in outfitting your business with, research your options for locksmith services. Ask about their available services, installation processes, and costs. An experienced locksmith can fully and cost-effectively replace your existing locks with an access control system. If you’re still not entirely sure of which system would be right for your business, whether it is a shopping center or a medical facility, a locksmith can give you all of the relevant information to help you choose the most effective and appropriate system.
