A Complete Guide to Access Control Systems

21 Mar A Complete Guide to Access Control Systems

Access control systems are one of the best ways to improve the security and safety of your employees and business, allowing you to manage who enters your business and when. Where traditional security methods can have their downfalls, an access control system can be the ideal solution. They’re used by businesses all over the world, whether its a shop, a school, a hospital or surgery, or an office block – to keep your employees and staff safe, and to monitor everyone who exits and enters your premises. 

Here at LON Solutions, we have put together this post to bring you a complete guide to access control systems, and how they can benefit your business. We offer clients a comprehensive range of security and communications solutions, to help improve the way that their businesses work. To learn more, read on and for further information on our access control systems.

What is an Access Control System?

An access control system is a type of security system that involves controlling who enters a specific location and when. This could be a door, a barrier, a locked gate, or another access point within your business that people can enter and exit your building from. Access control systems can be used to gain and stop entry into the main entrance of a building, as well as specific rooms. Without an access control system, anyone who has a key can enter your business. 

Who Can Use an Access Control System?

Lots of different kinds of businesses can have an access control system installed, in a range of different industries. This could be a retail store, a hospital, an office block, a school, and anywhere else that wants to increase their security levels. They provide you with an extra layer of security on top of your existing security protocols. 

Why Might You Have an Access Control System Installed?

An access control system can benefit a company in many ways, providing you with additional security for your business. It allows you to manage who has access to your building or certain rooms, which can stop unwanted guests and visitors from entering your company.They’re also helpful as they leave an audit trail which traditional keys don’t, so you can see who has entered and at what time. Another benefit of access control systems is that keys can be difficult to manage, and an access control system can be accessed using a fob or a card so you won’t have to find the right key every time. 

Keep your Business Safe and Secure with our Access Control Systems

To keep your business safe and secure with an access control system, why not contact our team at LON Solutions today? Here at LON Solutions we provide clients with access control systems, to meet their businesses unique requirements. 

We offer a comprehensive range of product partners and many years of industry experience, meaning that we can install the right access control system to meet your needs. Our access control systems allow you to secure and control the access to your organisation, and give you total control over different access points within your premises. 

Access Control Systems to Suit Your Business

We can install access control systems that range from a single door system, to large complex sites incorporating multiple doors or barriers. Access control systems can be used to control entry to a stockroom, to monitor entry of visitors or suppliers, to limit access to sensitive areas, and much more. 

They can also create a full audit trail that can be used for timesheet and payroll verification, and we have many entry options to choose from including code, card, fob, biometric and even ANPR entry options.

Should you want to learn more about access control systems at LON Solutions, get in touch with us today. You can fill out our online contact form, and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your requirements.