Modernising access control systems for multi-use commercial buildings
Security is one of the highest priorities in commercial real estate management. When a development feels safe, more people will be attracted to use it, which will support any retail and commercial uses on the site. Yet, while safety and security are a must-have, the security system in place must not encumber tenants and visitors in how they experience the space.
As security demands increase, the more dated access solutions – think physical locks and keys and hard-wired systems – become obsolete, making way for ‘smarter’, interconnected systems. Tenants are changing too, with the commercial sector shifting towards flexible, multi- location and hybrid workstyles that include work-from- home arrangements and in-office hot desking.
In this day and age, tenants want a seamless access experience that is welcoming, convenient and easy to use. They do not want to manage multiple passwords or pin numbers, nor do they want the hassle of replacing lost keys or manually updating credentials. The priority is on creating frictionless access at all entry points, intuitive features and amenities that make travelling to and from the office easier.
A well-designed access control system can deliver all these capabilities, provided designers and specifiers understand the technology that is available. Modular, wireless and cloudbased access control systems are becoming the norm. More efficient, feature-rich and cost-effective than hard-wired systems, these modern solutions provide the flexibility needed to meet the security requirements of today’s users.
In this whitepaper, we explore the changing security needs of commercial tenants and how modern access control systems can deliver a tailored, seamless experience in multi-tenant, multi-use environments.