One system for everything
As soon as the long, warm summer days are numbered and autumn arrives, the topic of burglary and theft becomes more topical. Building security not only plays an increasingly important role in the private sector - companies should also protect themselves. Alarm systems are suddenly very popular. But which building security concept makes the most sense for your company? In this article, we show you where the trends are heading and why combining an alarm system with access control could be just right for you.
The trend
The trend shows a shift away from individual systems towards customized networked solutions, such as electronic access control. This not only saves money, but also increases security and flexibility of use. Various systems can be accessed and controlled centrally, such as access, alarm systems or time recording. The appropriate systems are combined along the security pyramid and put together into a tailor-made package for you. For example, a distinction can be made between biometric (fingerprint) or general criteria (badge or PIN code reader). Electronic access control in combination with biometrics and an alarm system is particularly recommended for companies with sensitive business premises such as banks and insurance companies.
Regardless of whether you use the technology "only" as an intelligent key replacement or in combination with a networked alarm system - a customized solution provides you with reliable, sustainable and user-friendly control as well as increased convenience and security.
The software makes the difference
Regardless of how large your business is and how complex your security requirements are: Access control software plays an important role, enabling authorization settings to be made from a central or mobile location. It ensures that your access control system is available at all times, can be adapted precisely to your requirements and works perfectly even when used intensively.
Door and alarm statuses can be evaluated in real time, with optional real-time balancing of the people present in the buildings. If desired, the doors can be monitored and evaluated with live video. For large companies with several locations, multi-client capability is essential for managing the locations and integrating a visitor management system. The software also enables connection to third-party systems such as a time recording or alarm system, thus rounding off your security concept completely.
The access control software makes it easier to control the alarm system.
Alarm system and access control: a sensible combination
An alarm system is undoubtedly an important part of a security concept. Practice shows that it is best used in combination with an access control system. Why? The access control software makes it easier to control the alarm system. This means that the alarm system can be armed simply and securely using a modern access reader. This means that no additional control terminals need to be purchased.
"All in one"
With the regular line access reader, you not only control access, but also arm the alarm system at the same time using the "ON / OFF" buttons. The same also works with our biometric terminals.
The personal authorization for arming is set up directly in the software. Thanks to function-specific parameterization, the matrix software offers the following advantages:
- Four separate alarm areas
- Personal authorizations for arming and disarming
- Verification possible using PIN code or biometrics
- Activation of the alarm system via pulses or static signals
- Automatic block lock function
- Integrated monitoring of the alarm system's readiness to arm
- Selectable signaling of the alarm system status
Conclusion
The trend is clearly pointing towards customized security solutions. The advantages:
- Focus on your security needs
- Digitally networked system that is easy to install and operate
- One system for everything: no need to install additional terminals for the alarm system
- High level of security thanks to authorization concept in software
Are you interested in electronic access control in conjunction with an alarm system? We will advise you without obligation and show you our wide range of hardware and the matrix software in a live demo.