Security is a primary concern for any small business, whether you maintain sensitive client records or stock valuable inventory. To meet these demands, manufacturers offer a variety of innovative access control systems designed to restrict the movement of visitors and employees throughout the entire building, not just the front door. Below you’ll find a discussion of how these systems will help your business, what kinds are available, and how to tell what type is best for you. 

What to Know About Access Control Systems

Why Limiting Access Matters

Data breaches can occur remotely, which is why all businesses should have qualified IT services to manage security updates and firewall protections. Still, many thieves physically enter buildings to access computers, copy files, or steal valuable products. Access control systems are essential for manufacturers who wish to protect their trade secrets, medical facilities that must protect patients’ records, and any company that seeks to preserve the security of its clients’ financial information. These systems are also critical to privacy and protecting against malicious actors, such as disgruntled former employees. 

What Options Are Available

While some options rely on codes or passwords, these can be easily stolen by criminals or spread around by careless employees. Instead, many of the more advanced systems use keycards or fobs, which are difficult to steal or replicate. For the ultimate security, biometric models take fingerprint or retinal scans, ensuring that the individual seeking entry is authorized to be in the restricted area. If a breach does occur, these systems can also provide records of access that may prove critical to identifying the source. They can be installed at single points or throughout your office. 

What Factors to Consider

While your budget is always an important consideration when instituting new security measures, it shouldn’t be the only factor. Focus on the needs of your facility, including the value and sensitivity of its contents. For instance, if you have a storeroom of valuable jewelry, you may want to restrict entry so that only a trustworthy senior manager can enter. If you provide medical services, HIPAA guidelines may require you to ensure that only certain qualified staff members have access to sensitive information. You can also limit server room access only to employees in your IT services department. Investing in the most advanced security system that meets your needs will prevent the potentially serious losses and liabilities unauthorized access may bring.

With over 20 years of experience serving businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, OhmComm, Inc. offers HIPAA-compliant access control systems for single-door or multi-door facilities. Their expertise includes many of today’s most advanced equipment, with options that will be tailored to meet your unique needs. Visit their website for more on their security services. Call (215) 467-1444 to discuss your security upgrades and request an estimate.