An access control system is one of the 3 types of security systems your business should have in place. The standard definition of an access control system is the selective restriction of access to a place or other resource. So basically, it is the means of controlling who enters a location and when. This could range from company employees to the neighborhood postal worker. In time we have replaced clunky on-premise access control systems with cloud-based controllers, creating an entirely new way to improve access security. One of those innovative companies is our partner ProDataKey. PDK's system allows you to unlock any door with your phone, and manage users, locks, and schedules all from a single app – no keycard or servers required.
Seems like a cool enough concept. On the surface, it may seem like a system you COULD get, but not one you HAVE to get. But with wizard-like hackers lurking in the virtual shadows, ready to pounce, it's a dangerous time for unsecured security. Add that to the merging of cyber and physical security, and confusion is understandable. You probably know you need some kind of security, but your own control issues keep you from trusting cloud-based solutions with your physical access control programs. In reality, being able to physically see and "control" the servers running your access control programs creates a false sense of security.
Or maybe you aren’t sure how to explain why the cloud is a better place for you to put your trust.
To help make your decisions easier and more informed, here are 9 reasons why you should go all-in on cloud-based access control for a solution that is Simple. Convenient. Secure.
Automatic backup and updates
No Servers
Mobile Control
Control who has access to spaces
Lost keys vs lost cards
Face Recognition
Schedule Access
Integrations
Encryption
Talk to us about how we can find you a solution that is Simple. Convenient. Secure.
If you still have questions about cloud-based access control systems, you can contact us at learnmore@greatservice.com or fill out our contact us form.