Go back a few years and the only way to get in and out of the office was through physical keys. This often meant waiting around in some questionable weather conditions until the manager came with a key, then the managers had to wait until everyone had left the office before locking the doors. A high level of responsibility was left to managers to ensure the building was kept safe… introducing the development of access control systems- the office’s holy grail. These systems not only benefit the employees and managers but also the property itself, they provide another security protection layer in order to keep everyone and everything safe.
A physical key can easily be duplicated if able to get into the wrong hands. If copies were able to be created, criminals could easily enter to damage or steal precious company equipment, data and even money. Due to being able to have access without forced entry, it may take a while to realise you have been burgled. Whereas, if you had electronic keys they take a lot higher knowledge and sophistication to effectively duplicate. Most petty criminals may see the electronic access controls and abandon any thoughts of entering the building as it will be extremely complicated and be more likely to get caught.
If you find your keys have been duplicated, or have been lost you will then need to arrange your locks to be changed. As well as having your property at risk, the process of replacing locks can be time-consuming and costly, therefore an electronic access control system will save you money in the long run as you will not need to keep replacing it. If an electronic key is ever lost, simply remove the access from the database. The process is also easier for when employees no longer work for the business, their access can easily be removed, whereas a physical key will be harder to get back from the individual.
With an electronic access control system, you can see the entire history of everyone who has entered or left using the key/code. This is especially useful if you have any need to view data, for example, if you have been burgled, suspect you have been burgled, need to know specific entry times by certain individuals etc.
Combined with other security methods such as CCTV, concierge, mobile patrols, alarm activations and keyholding your financial property will reach its optimum level of safety. WINNS Services has been established for over two decades providing security services to clients. We pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and working with clients to offer the best solution to their queries. If you are wondering whether you would benefit from our Security Services, call us on 01702 719100 or email us at info@winnsservices.co.uk
