Smart technology is the new hot trend in both homes and businesses. Commercial premises are taking advantage of smart technology to improve security and reduce operational costs. In particular, door handles now come integrated with smart features that allow you to make your warehouse more secure.
As opposed to using a typically lock and key mechanism, smart door locks come equipped with sensors that can transmit data and receive signals from a mobile application. But how can such door handles (and locks) keep your warehouse more secure and are they actually worth the investment?
1. Maintain real-time access to important rooms
Warehouses are complex places. They contain many different rooms, access points and valuable items. When managing such a complex place, you need to have real-time access to multiple rooms at the same time.
Using a set of traditional keys is no longer effective at maintaining adequate security. But with smart door handles, you can control access using a mobile application or a central control unit. If anyone needs to enter a particular room, you can temporarily unlock the door and lock it after the person is done with their work. In this way, your valuables will remain more secure from theft.
2. Collect data regarding who accessed the premises
Another benefit of smart locks is that you can also keep a record of who accessed various rooms. It's not just about controlling access, it's also about knowing who entered where and for what reason.
In this way, you can manage a large workforce and keep everyone accountable for specific tasks. And if something suspicious happens, you can track down who was responsible and take appropriate action.
3. Attach an alarm to the handle
For rooms that require an additional layer of protection, you can add an alarm that's integrated with the door handle itself. If anyone attempts to tamper with the handle, the alarm will go off and notify security personnel. This is an excellent way of discouraging thieves from attempting to gain access to specific rooms.
4. Less frequent maintenance is necessary
Smart door handles are also built with quality and durability in mind. As opposed to cheap door handles and locks from the past, smart handles are designed from quality stainless steel, aluminium and other high-grade materials. This means that you won't need to regularly service the handles and locks- an activity that may result in downtime during busy periods.
If you're interested in learning more about smart door handles, contact local locksmiths.
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