How can key control help make my premises more secure?
With changing rotas, staff turnover and mixed building usage, keeping track of who has keys to which areas of your premises can be an admin nightmare and a real security risk. This is where key control comes in to help
Traditionally, master key systems have been the go-to for many businesses, but the latest technologies actually balance the best of both mechanical and electronic solutions to deliver improved key management. One such solution is ASSA CLIQ® Remote. An award-winning electromechanical solution, it uses high-end micro-electronics and programmable keys and cylinders to help sites stay in control of access rights at all times.
For many building owners and facilities managers, the critical question is, ‘Who has access to each key for my premises?’ More often than not, the answer is more complicated than it should be. Over time, keys are shared and never returned, employees leave and forget to hand their keys in, or keys are simply lost and never found.
And for many larger sites that have complicated access needs, which are only likely to grow over time, more traditional master key systems might not be the best solution. Master key platforms must be patent protected to stop unauthorised distributors from copying keys. However, with patents typically expiring in 15 years or so, many organisations want a key control solution that is futureproof and will stand the test of time. If an access control system is available that can save the cost of having to re-key a suite, while being able to easily evolve and grow should a site expand in the future too, then surely this is a better option?
How do I know who has access to my keys?
With systems such as CLIQ® Remote, it’s easy to track who has access to keys, as well as revoking keys quickly. Often, access needs will change regularly – for example, you may have a contractor coming to site, and they need to access a specific area for a set period of time. With ASSA CLIQ® Remote, a key can be set-up that allows these professionals to access only the areas they need – and for only a certain amount of time. If they’re only needed on site for a week, a key can be programmed so the access rights are removed at the end of that week.
If you need to stop a master key from working or if you have lost a master key, then unlike mechanical solutions, it’s as easy as revoking the access rights. For example, if a key is lost, then it’s a simple case of removing the credentials, so even if a key did fall into the wrong hands, they won’t be able to access a building using it.
Key management solutions such as CLIQ® Remote are one of the best ways to monitor building keys for any size office or premise. Plus, they can grow with your building. If additional cylinders or padlocks are required for new areas, then this is an easy and hassle-free process.
What are the security risks of losing a master key?
ASSA CLIQ® Remote is an award-winning electromechanical solution that uses high-end micro-electronics and programmable keys and cylinders to help sites manage key control at all times. The system can integrate with an existing master key system or be used to upgrade ‘dumb’ locks, making it a cost-effective solution for most building owners and premises managers.
