Access Control: How to Make Your California Business Premises Secure

Posted by Protect Burbank on December 4th, 2019

Running a company in California successfully means giving all attention to the development and betterment of the company. So much less time is left to think about the safety of premises. Even if you have installed access control systems a long time ago, it means the security of your whole company is depending on outdated security systems which can be easily breached by skilled and smart bad people. Therefore, if you want to keep running your business with peace of mind, installing new systems for access control in your California premises is the need of the hour. 

There are different types of access control systems available in California depending on the level of security required, the size of a company, and budget of the company. Let’s take a look at the most common access control systems: 

Card Readers

Card readers meant for access control are ideal devices for building access control or for controlling access to individual rooms. Ideal for opening doors and other access control applications, card readers can be used to perform tasks like granting access to doors and locking server cabinets. Different types of card readers are available in the market such as proximity card readers and magnetic stripe readers.

Keypad Entry Systems

These are the simplest security systems that need just a PIN code for allowing entry through a door. No access card or credential is required for granting or denying access. Such systems are generally recommended for access control applications in low security areas with a limited number of users with authorized access. For compliance, functionality, and security, more and more companies are shifting to proximity or smart card access control systems. 

Magnetic Lock Systems

If you have just started a new business and have fewer employees and equipment, you may prefer magnetic locks. They can be availed in various shapes and sizes. Each of them is specialized to be used for specialized for a different use case and door configuration. With fail-safe mechanism, they are suitable for emergency situations when power goes out. One interesting thing is that modern magnetic lock can be integrated with advanced IP-based access control for a seamless experience. 

Electronic Locks

Most electronic lock access systems also function as intrusion alarm systems. They do more than just facilitating secure entry and exit. They allow or deny access to individuals including employees, staff, clients, and other personnel based on the company’s needs. The software programs installed in these systems allow security administrators the ability to decide who gains access, at what time, and on which specific days/dates. 

Several models and types of access controlsystems are there to choose from. Just find out which one will be best suit your company’s needs, get it installed, and run your business with assurance that your company is secured against unauthorized people.