There are two different styles of access control systems: networked (IP) systems and traditional standalone systems. There also three primary ways of managing access permissions for these systems. The type of system that is best for your business depends on your security and business needs. Here are some quick questions that will guide you in the right direction:
☑ Are you managing a single building or multiple building locations?
☑ How many doors do you need to secure inside the facility?
☑ Are certain areas going to require higher restrictions?
☑ Are certain users or groups of people going to need different permissions?
☑ How would you like to manage, track, and report?
☑ What existing software or hardware does the system need to integrate with?
☑ Does access need to be scheduled for days and times?
☑ Are there industry compliance requirements?