Different types of Access Control and their benefits
Access control is important to every business. Whether each member of staff as a PIN code for the door unlocking system, or there are proximity tokens attached to ID cards, or if you have a fingerprint and retina scanner to access certain rooms.
Access control can sometimes seem as though it has been taken out of James Bond, but there are some much simpler, more affordable methods of access control that all businesses can take advantage of.
Proximity cards
These can be used as staff ID cards as well as cards that permit access to a building. They activate a lock/unlocking mechanism on your building’s external door/s when held close to the reader. They do not have to be actively swiped or scanned, as they can usually be read within the distance of a foot or two.
HID Cards
These cards can be used to log onto computer systems, to grant access to buildings, files or cupboards or to use in cashless payment situations. They are very flexible and can be personalised to individuals or companies.
MiFare Cards
These cards use very up to date technology and can store lots of information, as well as transfer it ultra fast to a reader. They are contactless smartcards and offer secure transactions as well as having a flexible file structure and organisation.
