Key takeaways A Wiegand access control system uses magnetic fields to establish a connection between a credential and a reader. While Wiegand readers are simple to use and integrate into other systems, getting a new Wiegand card is a major hassle. If you invest in a... Read More
Key takeaways Badge entry systems are a great alternative to traditional lock and key systems. However, the system still relies on a finicky, damage-prone, and easily lost ID card credential. Nowadays, smartphone-based access control systems eliminate the need for... Read More
Key takeaways Ensuring that your residents can pass through your gate with minimum hassle at no expense to security should be your biggest priority. Ultimately, the cons of having a key fob system outweigh the pros. Instead, you should go with a cloud-based system... Read More
Key takeaways: Key card and fob systems work by taking advantage of credentials, readers, controllers, and a door release. The most common types of key card systems include Wiegand, swipe, RFID, and proxy card systems. Some alternatives to key card or fob systems... Read More
