Things To Consider Before Installing Access Control System

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Things To Consider Before Installing Access
Control System
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Access Control System

• An access control system (ACS) is a type of
  security that manages and controls who or what is
  allowed entrance to a system, environment or
  facility.
• It identifies entities that have access to a
  controlled device or facility based on the
  validity of their credentials.
• Controlling access to your facility is very
  important to keep your premises safe. To do this,
  you have to find an access control solution that
  meets your specific requirements.

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Factors

• Here are few factors to look before you go ahead
  with an access control system installation
• Know Your Needs
• Areas You Need To Secure
• Means Of Authentication
• On-going System Maintenance
• Wired Or Wireless Connection
• Ability To Access The System Remotely
• Ease Of Use
•  Cost

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Know Your Needs

• First you need to find out why you wish to
  install the access control system.
• Is it because you want to boost your security
  system or to know who was allowed in and who
  headed out at different hours of the day?
• Knowing your specific needs is vital for choosing
  the right access control solution.

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Areas You Need To Secure

• There are access control systems that secure
  large networked systems to a single door.
• Many systems will only cover a certain number of
  doors, so make sure you choose a system that best
  meets your needs.
• Most of the premises usually install the system
  on the main entrance and exit doors to restrict
  unauthorized entry.
• But, for securing a highly-confidential server
  room, you need to install the system on virtually
  every window and door of the building.

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Means Of Authentication

• The access control systems vary depending on the
  type of authentication you choose.
• Mostly its a combination of access cards, card
  readers, keypads, touch pads, and locking
  hardware.
• Biometric reading is a more advanced access
  control system which uses fingerprint, retina
  scan, or other biometric measurements.
• You can choose any one of the authentication
  processes or a combination of these depending on
  the purpose of your system.

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On-going System Maintenance

• Before installing the system, check whether you
  can easily and efficiently update the software
  when new versions become available or your system
  needs to be restored or serviced?
• Know about the type of access control system
  maintenance and how often you need a software
  update.

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Wired Or Wireless Connection

• Wired, door access control systems gives you
  access to a large area at the click of a single
  switch from the control room.
• It allows you to connect multiple zones, floors,
  and buildings to a centralized power source.
• Whereas wireless systems are ideal for small
  offices, stores and stand alone storage areas.
  These systems cant cover large areas and they
  are relatively affordable.

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Ability To Access The System Remotely

• Check whether the access control system include
  functionality which enables the application to be
  accessed remotely anywhere anytime from any
  device.

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Ease Of Use

• The access control system must be user friendly
  and its layout execution processes can be done
  easily with minimal training and support.

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Cost

• Cost is a key element that you need to consider
  before installing an access control system.
• The cost of a conventional lockset is very low
  compared to the access control system, but
  installing one, offers lot of benefits and is
  worth every penny you spend.

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Experienced Security Provider

• Whatever the technology chosen, it is important
  to have the support of a reliable security
  integrator, capable of offering specialized
  technical support for each type of installation.
• Only an experienced security provider can respond
  to your questions quickly efficiently and help
  you sort out all your security needs.

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