Would you like to have total control over who enters and leaves your company? A well-implemented access control system is key to protecting your facilities and efficiently managing the flow of people.
Weldon shows you how to do it in a simple and effective way.
What is access control and why is it important?
Access control is a set of procedures designed to identify, authorise and supervise the entry of people into a given facility or area.
The main objective is to ensure that only authorised persons can access restricted areas. This not only refers to physical entry, but also to time management, visitor identification and employee access history logging.
In companies of any size, it is crucial to have detailed control of everything that comes in and goes out. Each access must be monitored in order to avoid incidents that could compromise the company’s security or the confidentiality of the information it handles.
How to implement efficient access control?
Implementing an access control system is not just a matter of installing technological devices.
It is a process that must include several phases to ensure its effectiveness. Here are the essential steps:
1. Identity verification
The first step is to verify the identity of the person requesting access. Depending on their status (worker or visitor), this process may vary.
For employees, an access card system or biometrics (such as fingerprints or facial recognition) is generally sufficient. In the case of visitors, an identity document or specific accreditation is required.
This step is crucial because it ensures that only people with prior permissions can access the facilities, thus preventing unauthorised intrusions.
2. Internal authorisation
Once the identity has been verified, it is necessary to internally check whether that person has permission to enter the specific area. This control is performed through a centralised system that verifies the applicant’s data in real time.
This step is essential to maintain the integrity of restricted areas, as not all areas of the company are accessible to all employees or visitors.
3. Access to facilities
After verifying identity and authorisation, the next step is to allow physical access. At this point, the person receives an accreditation (either a card, a code or an electronic device) that allows them to transit within the facilities.
It is important to restrict access to authorised areas to prevent anyone from moving freely throughout the building without supervision.
4. Destination verification
This is an additional step that further enhances security. After access is granted, a verification is performed at the destination, i.e., it is confirmed that the person who has entered is going to the correct area and is not engaging in any suspicious or unexpected activity.
This process may include logging their location within the facility and continuous monitoring to detect any anomalies.
5. Exit and check-out
One of the key phases of access control, often overlooked, is the check-out process. When visitors or employees end their day or visit, it is essential for them to return their accreditation and record their departure time.
This log helps maintain a complete record of all individuals’ entries and exits within the premises, proving useful for both operational and security purposes.
Benefits of efficient access control
Implementing an effective access control system offers multiple benefits for your company, among which the following stand out:
- Improved security: ensuring that only authorised persons can access sensitive areas.
- Regulatory compliance: many companies must comply with security regulations that require exhaustive control over access to their facilities.
- Resource optimisation: good access control facilitates personnel management, schedule control and auditing of activities within the company.
- Incident prevention: detailed entry and exit logs help identify potential security risks before they occur.
Protect your company with efficient access control. Weldon is the access control company that adapts to your needs.
Contact us now and find out how we can help you ensure the security of your facilities.