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What Are Your Security Needs?

Before we explore the variety of access controls available, consider the needs of your business. Think about the following:

• Security Levels – Consider the location of your business and the level of security needed to protect your property and staff. Does your nature of work or the confidentiality of your services require greater protection?
• Systems Compatibility – Do you have existing security measures in place that you want the new access controls to integrate with? 
• Scalability – Is there the potential for future growth in your company that would require you to consider the scalability of your solution?
• Usability – How would you like your employees to interact with the building access controls? Would using a keycard or a smartphone be easier to provide secure entry?

Building Access Control Options

A wide range of building access control systems and options are available on the market today.  Each system has various unique features that you should consider along with your security requirements.

• Biometric Systems – Provides high security by leveraging unique physical characteristics at entry, such as fingerprints, facial recognition, or retina scan.
• Keypad Systems – A more traditional approach to building access control, the keypad requires a simple code for entry. While this method is reliable, an access code should be limited to a few people as it can be easily shared.
• Mobile App Systems – Transform an employee’s smartphone into a key for entry. Mobile app systems are gaining popularity as most employees now carry a smartphone.
• RFID Systems – Granting access with a key fob or card is an easy way to control building access, as these items can be carried with the employee throughout the day. However, there must always be a backup plan in place in case a key fob or card is lost, stolen, or forgotten at home.

Turn to Professionals for Installation

No matter which option you choose, it’s always recommended to utilize a professional installation team to ensure the proper setup and function of the business access control system. Too much is at stake otherwise. In the Nashville and Middle Tennessee areas, turn to Prodigy AV to install and maintain any system.