When the security of your business premises and your staff is a top priority, there are many benefits of implementing an access control system.
An access control system is an electronic entry system which allows or restricts access to a building, a room or another designated area. Entry is enabled by swiping a card or other form of scanner at the door.
Benefits of access control
1. No requirement for physical keys
Keys are a significant security risk as they can become lost, stolen or duplicated. Also, if you want to restrict access to certain areas, you’ll need numerous locks and keys which is cumbersome.
An access control system does not require physical keys. If a card is lost or an employee leaves, you can instantly deactivate the card.
2. Keep track of who is in the building
An access control system gives you data on who is where and when. If an incident occurs, such as a burglary, or accident, you’ll know exactly who was in the location at that time. In an emergency, you’ll know precisely who is where.
3. Keep out unwanted visitors
Access control will prevent unauthorised access to your premises. The only way a visitor can gain access is with an access card or via your reception team.
Currently being able to restrict access beyond your reception area is particularly beneficial as we all strive to limit the spread of COVID. Non-contact temperature readers can also be integrated into an access control system.
4. Restrict access to certain areas
Access control allows you to set who has access to which areas. You can prevent individual employees from entering areas that they don’t need to be in, which helps keep them safe while protecting your sensitive information and operations.
5. Provide access to multiple buildings
If you have a multi-site operation, an access control system can enable staff to switch between locations easily.
6. Enable flexible working
Employees can work at different times as the access control system lets them enter whenever they need to. It also means a staff member isn’t required to open up in the morning or lock up at the end of the day.
7. Manage timekeeping
As the access control system logs entry and exit, you’ll be able to identify any staff members who are persistently late arriving to work and/or leaving early.
8. Comply with industry regulations
Some industries are required to meet specific physical security certifications, and access control can assist in achieving this compliance.
If you’d like to implement an access control system in your business, please get in touch. We can carry out a free onsite consultation to assess your building and discuss your requirements. Following our site survey, we can recommend the system that will most effectively meet your needs and suit your budget. Please call us on 01392 368830 or complete our contact form.
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