Meredith Murray covers the systems and strategies shaping today’s multifamily and commercial properties. Meredith’s articles provide practical insights for real estate professionals seeking to improve security, streamline day-to-day operations, and create more seamless experiences for residents, staff, and guests.
Key takeaways: Corporate campuses usually need video intercoms that support multiple entrances, visitor screening, vendor access, and centralized permission management. The right option depends on your workflows, including lobby check-ins, after-hours deliveries,... Read More
Key takeaways: Older gate systems often create risk through shared codes, unmanaged remotes, weak visitor workflows, and limited access history. A useful gate security review should look at credentials, visitor entry, vendor access, hardware condition, connectivity,... Read More
Key takeaways: Appointment-only access control helps recording studios give the right people access at the right times without relying on physical keys. Temporary PINs, Visitor Passes, and recurring permissions support one-time sessions, regular renters, staff, and... Read More
Key takeaways: Some video intercoms and readers can use PoE, but many access control systems still require separate low-voltage power for other components. Door strikes, maglocks, controllers, and some keypad readers often have different power requirements, so one... Read More
Key takeaways: Appointment-only access control helps salons keep doors locked while still giving scheduled clients clear ways to enter. Clients can use Visitor Pass QR codes, temporary PINs, or a storefront video intercom instead of physical keys. Salon owners can... Read More
