It is practical to use physical keys, however sometimes tracking them in a commercial organization becomes challenging since there could be a lack of an effective means to know if the key was copied and returned by the employees.

Access control solution will replace or complement physical keys with electronic credentials. The specialists from New York Commercial Locksmith offer the access control services in offices, apartments, warehouses, schools, stores, hospitals, restaurants, and other commercial properties.

Access Control Solutions for Businesses

Choosing the correct type of access control system depends on the property size, number of users, necessary security level and how the management wants to administrate access.

Keypad Entry

The user needs to enter the approved numerical code to unlock the door. Keypads might work well for employee entrances, private offices, storage areas, and rooms that are used by a small number of people.

Codes could be changed once the employee leaves or if a code is shared without approval.

Credentials in Form of Cards or Key Fobs

Each user has their own credential. In case a card or a key fob gets lost, it can be deactivated without influencing other users or changing the physical lock.

Mobile Credentials

There are some systems which allow the approved users to unlock doors via their smartphones. This kind of access control may be appropriate for temporary visitors, flexible schedules, remote administrators and multiple business branches.

Biometric Access Control Systems

Biometric access control systems identify the user through their unique physical characteristic such as a fingerprint. Businesses should consider the installation of biometric systems in certain sensitive locations, however, it is also essential to evaluate the necessity and requirements of such solutions.

Customized User Permissions

In case of electronic access control, the management decides about each person’s rights to enter a specific location and at what times.

A good example is when an employee may have access to the building only at certain hours, while manager can have access everywhere. Cleaning and contractor employees will have access to the building for certain period of time.

Once the access is no longer needed, the credentials can be deactivated without changing the lock.

Entry Activity Monitoring

Some access control systems register the activities of credentials. Depending on the system, the management may see which credential has been presented, where, when and whether the entry has been approved or rejected.

The logs may come in handy during the investigation of inventory loss, unauthorized access, policy violation or suspicious entry attempts.

Hardware and Components of the System

Depending on the system, you will get readers, keypads, electric strikes, magnetic locks, request to exit, door sensors, control panels, power supply, batteries and management software.

All components must be compatible with the door and its functioning. Emergency exits, storefront doors, fire rating doors, gates and steel doors might need special hardware configuration.

New York Commercial Locksmith can perform the assessment of your property and install an access control system.