Biometric door locks – or smart locks – are devices that allow you to unlock your door with the combination of a fingerprint and PIN. Smart locks typically cost a few hundred pounds and allow you to authorise several people to unlock your door. They do not add much to your home’s security, so they […]
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What makes a good access control system
What is the best access control system for me? Well, the answer to this question depends on your requirements. To determine your requirements, you should answer the following questions: Are your doors inside or outside? Do you want to control the floor an elevator goes to? Do you want to integrate access control with an […]
How Do Door Entry Systems Work?
Access control systems are an essential part of security and communication in both business and residential premises. Door entry systems provide a cost effective and easy to use and install option. What is a door entry system? Standard door entry systems are made up of a telephone handset, a control unit with a power supply, […]
What are the benefits of access control systems to hospitality?
Access control systems are popular in the manufacturing and construction industry, but what are the benefits of access control systems in the hospitality industry? Well for starters access control systems provide protection for your business property, employees, employers, and visitors. Access control can be applied for single and multiple entries. At Computime we provide an […]
Big benefits of access control
The benefits of access control are pretty obvious when you think about it. Having a building wide system can protect your employees, patrons, information, equipment and other assets without question. Before we discuss the types of access control, let’s talk a little bit more about the benefits and how access control works. Knowing who’s coming […]
What is managed access control?
When we think about access control systems, we think about card readers, magnetic locks, electric strikes, biometric readers and other devices which are attached to doors to control access into and out of buildings. These systems are effective at controlling entry, securing specific areas of buildings and making key management a much easier process – […]
What You Need To Know About Key Fobs
What You Need To Know About Key Fobs A mainstay of electronic door entry systems, the key fob has gone through many iterations since its inception in 1983. Early systems, used mainly for car doors, relied on line of sight and used infrared, but we are highly susceptible to copying. Systems developed over time to […]
How Facial Recognition Secures Commercial Facilities
It is essential to keep your commercial facility highly protected by investing in the right security technology. One of the most promising advances in commercial security technology is facial recognition; integrated with the existing security tech that allows for saving on costs while also strengthening the level of security. Facial recognition can make use of […]
What can door entry systems do to help you?
If you are looking to significantly increase the security of your business then a door entry system within your business premises could be perfect for you. In this blog post, we talk about door entry systems, keyless entrances and the benefits of a door entry system for your business. What is a Keyless Entry? As […]
Which access control system is best for your business?
Access Control System is best for your business As you probably know by now there is a range of different types of access control systems to choose from, including biometric, smart card & key fob. To help you select which type of access control system will work best for your business we have put together […]
What are the 3 types of access control systems?
When it comes to protecting your home or business, access control is one of the best ways for you to achieve peace of mind. But, access control is much more than just allowing people to access your building. Access control can also help you effectively protect your data from various types of intruders and it […]
What are fingerprint door locks and how do they work?
Security has always been a concern of paramount importance to human beings. We have gone from protecting valuables in the past by keeping them in dungeons to safeguarding data by layers and layers of cryptographic software. Either way, ensuring the well being of our personal belongings has always been near the top of our priority […]