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Why It’s Time To Invest In Access Control Systems For Your Business

Shuretech • Jun 17, 2020

Across the UK, crime against commercial properties is rife. A study of recorded crimes against business properties in the UK found that there were more than 600,000 crimes committed against businesses in 2018 and 2019. This study includes crimes like burglary, theft and shoplifting amongst others. Astonishingly, this study also found that as much as three-quarters of the perpetrators are let off. With all of this in mind, it’s even more important for businesses to have adequate security systems in place. Having robust security systems in place at commercial properties can help to reduce this level of crime. As well as acting as a deterrent, security systems can help the authorities apprehend criminals. Access control systems are an important part of the security ecosystem of many businesses.

Here at Shuretech, we provide our clients with a wide range of security systems including access control systems. Throughout this blog, we’ll discuss the details of access control security systems, their benefits and why we think you should invest in one for your property.

What Exactly Is an Access Control System?

At their core, access control security systems are a means of controlling who enters and exits a building. These security systems are put in place to protect offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses and many other types of commercial properties. They do so by creating an accurate way to see who has entered the building when and for how long. These systems can also deny entry if there is a security risk present.

Access control systems use a means of identification to ensure that only those with access can enter. For example, access control security systems may use an access card, fob, fingerprint recognition or code-input system to provide access. This level of security ensures that business-owners know who has entered their properties at all time to reduce the likelihood of a crime being committed.

The Benefits of Access Control Security Systems For Your Commercial Property

Visibility and Restriction on Who Enters and Exits

As mentioned previously, access control systems are an excellent means of controlling who comes into a property. They can be used to deny access to anyone who is not affiliated with the organisation. As well as this, they provide visibility. By knowing who is in a building and when you can prevent any nasty surprises.

Evidence-Gathering For Police

If the worst happens and crime does take place, an access control system can be used as evidence to help the authorities. For example, if a disgruntled employee decided to steal valuables from an area of an office, their known presence at the time of the theft can be used against them. This can help to accurately identify any criminals and ensures they are apprehended and brought to justice.

Reduced Risk of Ex-Employees Retaining Access

When an employee leaves a company, they may not always hand over their old keys. Whether this is done with criminal intent or not, it often leads to businesses having to invest in expensive company-wide changes to the locking systems. Not doing so is often a risk not worth taking. However, with an access control system, ex-employees can simply have the access removed from their fobs or keycards. This saves money and reduces the risk for businesses.

Provides Ability Of Multi-Location Access Rights

One of the great benefits of these systems is that they can be used across multiple locations in one office. One card or fob can be used by employees to gain access to all of the areas they need to have access to. This, again, reduces cost, risk and stress for both employers and employees. Access can even be restricted in certain areas for certain people for maximum security.

They Can Be Integrated With The ‘Internet of Things’ To Save Energy

An innovative benefit of these systems is that they can be integrated with ‘smart’ technology and the ‘Internet of Things’ as a way to save energy. An access control system can be integrated with smart lighting, smart heating and a smart air-conditioning system. The security system would be able to identify who is where in the building and heat, cool or light that area accordingly. This ensures that as little energy is wasted as possible by only directing energy to the areas required.

Added Protection To Confidential or Restricted Areas

As mentioned briefly above, access control systems can help to provide added security to certain areas. For example, this system could provide access to a handful of areas with confidential information inside only to the people in the organisation who need it. So, an employee may be able to get through to the front door and their wing of the office but not into select meeting rooms or storage rooms until they are directly provided with the relevant access privileges. This helps to protect areas which pose a particular security risk if left unattended.

Harder To Duplicate Than Keys.

Keys can be duplicated by anyone. Simply go to the local key-cutter or locksmith and it poses a security risk. Cards and fobs for access systems are far more difficult to duplicate. As well as this, access can be stripped from them with just a simple instruction on a computer. This means that, if there is a suspicion that an access card may be duplicated, access can be stripped while investigations take place.

Saves Money On Security For Large Organisations With Multiple Locations

Finally, if an organisation is large and spans multiple locations, there is ample opportunity to save money. By investing in a large-scale access control security system for the entire organisation, money can be saved on multiple keys for a range of organisations. An overarching system can be set up in the head office to control, monitor and regulate access as often as is necessary. Without this kind of overarching system, costs can rack up in no time. Also, having a centralised hub for security monitoring purposes is far more efficient and effective.

How Access Control Can Be Dovetail With Other Security Systems Effectively

One of the best ways that these systems work is that they dovetail seamlessly with other security measures. They can be paired with automatic gate barriers to provide access to both buildings and car parks. Also, coupled with a CCTV system, they can paint a detailed picture for the police if someone does get away with a crime. By having both visual evidence and data from access control systems to prove the whereabouts of an intruder, it’s more likely that the criminals involved can be apprehended and any stolen items returned.

Access control systems are effective when used in isolation, however, they also form part of a powerful ecosystem when combined with other security measures.

Searching For Access Control Security Systems From ‘Security Companies Near me’? Look no Further Than Shuretech

Have you been looking for ‘security companies near me’ in Reading and the surrounding areas? If so, look no further than Shuretech. We’re experts when it comes to security systems for commercial properties and we provide a full range of security solutions for businesses in Reading and the surrounding area. Whether you’re looking for access control systems, automatic gate barriers, CCTV or any other security systems, we can help.

We use high-quality materials which are supplied by local manufacturers to ensure that all of the security systems we install are excellent quality as well as being competitively priced. As well as installing numerous security systems, we also provide ongoing maintenance and repair services. For a one-stop-shop for access control systems, automatic gate barriers and many other security systems, choose Shuretech.

To find out more about our services, please feel free to contact us today. You can find us at Nestings, Jigs Lane North, Warfield, Berkshire, RG42 3DH. Alternatively, call us on 01344 307 350 or email us at sales@shuretech.co.uk.

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