Physical access control systems, control access to property and resources in terms of who, what, and when resources are accessed by the individual depending on their role or function in the organization

Government, healthcare providers, schools, universities, and businesses are all vulnerable to a number of security threats from theft, vandalism or violent crime, and even terrorism. These threats require you be on a constant lookout to make your premises more secure.

If you are a business owner, it is your responsibility to keep your building, its inhabitants, and resources safe. You need to take the necessary security measures to ensure that nobody can harm your business or your employees. You can achieve this by installing an access control system. Using access control systems for your business can be a convenient way of increasing security and, at the same time, managing the flow of people through the premises.

What is an access control system?

An access control system is simply the method of identifying individuals and managing their access to specific buildings, locations, areas within the building, and the resources contained within.

With today’s technology, access control has moved beyond a mechanical lock and keys. Business owners can now control access to their facilities with many types of credentials, including smart cards, biometrics, touchscreens, and mobile devices based on an individual’s needs.

Access control systems are crucial as they provide business owners and building managers with an additional layer of security and control over their property.

Advantages of an access control system

• Eliminate the need to distribute physical keys

  Every time you duplicate the key to your building, you are taking a risk that an individual that is not authorized can access your property, and you have no audit trail of who accessed your facility and resources. All it takes is one disgruntled employee to create a situation that can have devastating results, like theft, vandalism, and even more serious criminal activity.

  With an access control system installed, you can avoid keys being duplicated or shared. You assign a credential to the employee or contractor, and access to the facility is controlled by the software. You will be able to see when and where the credential is used to access the building.

•  Activity monitoring and reporting

  An access control system maintains an audit trail of every individual that accesses a controlled point of entry in real-time so that you can be notified immediately of actionable information.

• Remote access control

  When an outside contractor or other non-staff members need access to your secure facility, the authorized individual can remotely open the door for that individual to enter. Granting remote access provides flexibility while also ensuring continued security measures are in place. If you were to combine this with security cameras and intercom where you can see and communicate with an individual, it would add to the already existing security measures of your facility.

Integration

One of the most significant advantages that you have when utilizing an access control system is the ability to integrate your access control system with other systems. Integrating your video surveillance and communications systems with your access control give you the ability to monitor and control your facility from a single interface as well as preserving investigative data in the event of a crime.

Access control ID cards can be integrated with existing in-house systems such as vending machines, barriers, catering, print management, and even PC’s. They also serve as an ID card so that individuals can be identified.

CTG Offers access control systems manufactured by Identive and ICT and can address any level of need from small organizations to large multi-building or campus facilities.

• Multi site – Client/Server architecture
• Browser based access control
• LAN/WAN configuration
• Integrated Maps
• Badging & ID management
• Video Surveillance integration
• Biometric readers
• Multi technology readers and credentials
• NFC and Bluetooth readers and credentials
• Visitor Management Systems
• Integration with Turnstiles, parking systems, and gates
• Integrated Intercom
• Integration to Lighting, HVAC & BMS systems

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