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Buyer’s Guide to Unified Access Control Platforms for Property Management

Key takeaways Fragmented access systems create tenant app fatigue and unnecessary friction throughout a building. A unified access control platform...

Top 24 Proptech Innovators of the Year | 2026

Key takeaways Our 2026 list spotlights 24 of the most influential proptech visionaries currently driving innovation within the nation’s top-tier...

Do Security Systems Work When the Power Is Out? Access Control During an Outage

Key takeaways Most access control systems continue working during a power outage by switching to battery backup rather than shutting down...

Cellular vs. WiFi Access Control: How to Choose the Right Connectivity for Your Property

Key takeaways Cellular vs. WiFi access control differ most in reliability, with cellular offering more consistent uptime during internet outages....

January 2026 Employee Spotlight: Addison Fox, Client Onboarding Specialist

At ButterflyMX, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our employee spotlights are one of the many ways we celebrate the...

How to Use Front Desk Security Software to Screen Visitors

Key takeaways Front desk security is a core operational function that directly impacts how residents, tenants, visitors, delivery people, and...

How to Master Maintenance Staff Access Management in Your Building

Key takeaways Modern access control systems are essential for managing secure, flexible entry for maintenance teams across multifamily, commercial,...

Visitor Access Scheduling for Multifamily Buildings: Boost Security & Efficiency

Key takeaways Unmanaged visitor access creates daily disruption, from constant intercom calls to unlogged, unauthorized entries. It drains staff...

ButterflyMX 2025 | Year in Review

Without you, 2025 wouldn’t have been such an incredible year. As we look ahead to 2026, we’re taking a moment to celebrate how far we’ve come...

How to Manage Access Credentials with a High-Turnover Property

Key takeaways High-turnover properties face constant changes, making access credential management a major operational and security challenge. Short...