Proper Key Control Is Essential

State of the art key control systems are important for many reasons; safety, security, and of course, loss prevention, to name a few. Once installed these systems pretty much run themselves and all staff quickly adjust to the new technologies and steps involved.

Efficient key control comes with secure keys every step of the way with electronically locking cabinets to hold keys, tamper proof key fobs, RFID technology for tracking keys and alerting when they are being taken out of bounds, or off site and the ability to identify at all times who is in possession of keys. People usually associate a high tech key control system with big bills and added expenses, when really, once these systems are in place, they start saving businesses and operations a large amount of money. They do so by preventing theft of valuables from lockers and offices, eliminating unauthorized access to classified areas, which results in the necessity to re-key entire sections, and even reducing the need for more hired staff to keep areas safe.

Knowing who is in possession of all keys at all times ensures a safe and secure environment, where staff and occupants feel safer and potential thieves or vandals are less likely to target your facility. Prisons, or juvenile facilities that are at risk of escapees, or of inmates gaining access to weapons, require an absolutely steadfast key control system that is a reliable and fail safe way to prevent these terrifying possibilities from becoming a reality.

When someone who is not in possession of a key card, RFID key fob (Contact free method of transferring data from key fob to control terminal) or who have the correct pins or fingerprints tries to access the locked key cabinet, they are met with disappointment. Only authorized users who are properly equipped will be able to access and remove, or replace keys from the cabinet. Employees are held to a higher level of accountability and make a much more concerted effort to return keys and keep them accounted for at all times. No one wants keys to go missing on their watch! A key control system like this is capable of following and identifying thousands of keys with thousands of users, so it can really be utilized by groups of all sizes and demographics.

Key control systems have a variety of useful options to choose from (such as the types of security they want to be required to gain access to locking cabinets). Each customer is encouraged to decide which options best fit their facility’s needs. This ensures absolute customer satisfaction and prevents clients from having to pay for features that they will not utilize. With so much customization available, it is a guarantee that there is a package ready and waiting that perfectly suits just about every situation.