Access Control Systems

Global Alarms offers the most comprehensive security systems in Orlando. We install and set up access control systems for commercial businesses looking to upgrade their security. If you’re a business looking to monitor the access of your employees, we can help you every step of the way. We are aware that dealing with access control systems can be overwhelming at times. This is due to the technical terms you must consider and understand. Since everyone involved in your company must use the access control system, they must know how the security system works. It’s also essential to make sure the access control system is installed correctly in every location required throughout your commercial property.

The first thing a commercial business should know before they begin the installation includes:

Components: Everyone, specifically installers, should know all the pieces of the access control and how they work together.

Who Has Access: Every commercial owner should know why they chose an access control, who has access to them, and why they have access.

Costs: Commercial businesses should know how much their access control system costs and how it fits into their overall budget.

Setup and Operation: Companies should ensure the access control they choose is working correctly and is set up and operated to its’ potential.

What is an Access Control System?

An access control system is anything that allows a business to manage, monitor, and maintain who has access to various internal systems. At Global Alarms, our advanced technology includes computer-based electronic access control systems, which prevents unauthorized people from entering your building or workspace.

These days access control systems can control access to almost anything, even computer files. It can also restrict access to workstations or printers. Our monitoring systems can also control access to specific offices or secured offices of your building, which include conference rooms and facilities. The standard form of access control tends to be the use of an access card, which replaces a key. A programmed access card can restrict, monitor, and control access to employees who you feel should have access to specific areas. It allows your business to control costs by monitoring who did what and for how long.

How Does an Access Control System Work?

Access control systems are connected to a server containing an access database where all the permissions are stored. When the worker scans their badge or card, the server accepts the data on that card and decides whether the card has the proper credentials authorized.

Installing an Access Control System

When you decide to have an access control system installed by Global Alarms, we will do the following:

• Run cables connecting the internet and power, since this must be done before you can connect anything.
• Then, we will install the locks, which could be magnetic, electric strike, or electrified mortise locks.
• Then, we will install the access control panel in the IT room, or where the server is located. We may also install a backup power supply and other security hardware, depending on your commercial business’s needs.
• The installers will then install the readers at the door. These must be connected to power and screwed flat against the wall. Although, some readers may have to be connected to the internet as well.
• We will then test everything once it’s all been set up. The testing will need to be done after everything has been installed to configure the software and make sure everything was installed correctly.

Once our installers have installed and configured your access control, we will have you run through the processes and set up an access control schedule. Once this is complete, we will know everything is working correctly. We will also have to set up rules for the access control software and test them to see if they work.

If you are looking to install an access control system to monitor the access of your commercial property, then Global Alarms is the right solution for you. We have trained professionals to help you figure out what your commercial business needs.