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Why access control is beneficial to your business

Security continues to be a growing concern for businesses of all industries in South Africa particularly. Ensuring that you personnel, equipment, and information remain safe is always a top priority for any business. Businesses throughout the world are consistently looking for new technologies to help protect their business premises. However, providing a simple and easy way for your employees and visitors to enter your business premises, while also holding them accountable, is an essential consideration to keep in mind.

In the past, many businesses have utilized lock-and-key access systems. While this may work for smaller businesses, it doesn’t often prove to be beneficial for larger companies. Employees can misplace keys or keys can be duplicated, resulting in a waste of money spent. One of the best solutions to this is having an effective access control system.

Access control systems can involve;

  • Key cards
  • Pin codes
  • Biometric scanners
  • Alarms
  • Video surveillance systems

Access control systems have proven to be extremely effective security instruments. With access control systems, companies know the exact time of the day that employees and visitors enter and exit their premises. This helps managers in the case of potential issues, disputes, or data breaches. In the event of an emergency situation it can also make a lock-down easier to handle and restrict movement throughout the building.

Another benefit that access control systems have is the ease of access it provides individuals with clearance. Access control systems also allow workers to use badges with embedded wireless technology or security codes to gain access within the building.

Companies will also find more efficient database management through access control systems, as a key card can simply allow or disallow employees from accessing certain computers connected to the company’s network without the need to install special software. This will prevent outsiders from gaining access to confidential information.