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1. Need for enhanced physical security solutions to drive market growth over next 7 years

   2 April 2020 3:57 pm Leave a Comment

   Safeguarding physical perimeters and individual assets, including expensive technological equipment, is becoming increasingly important for a large number of organizations around the world, and is likely to represent the main market driver over the next 7 years, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   The “Physical Security Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Component, by Systems (Video Surveillance, Access Control, Intrusion Detection), by Services, by End Use, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2020 – 2027” report   from Research and Markets points out that the global physical security market size is expected to reach USD 171 billion by 2027 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.5% over the forecast period.

   Governments across different countries and regions are taking up smart city initiatives to enhance their infrastructure and are hence deploying improved security systems. Additionally, modernizing the existing infrastructure with robust security measures and strengthening the security of government agencies have been some of the top priorities for governments across developed countries. Organizations are increasingly concerned about employee safety and are hence setting up systems to prevent unauthorized access, further driving the demand for physical security solutions.

   Increasing awareness about securing the perimeter in developing economies has led to a rise in deployment of IP-based cameras in residential societies as well as commercial complexes and offices. Furthermore, increasing terror threats, border disputes, and refugee crises drive the adoption of stringent safety measures, thereby driving the physical security market growth.

   Access Control UK – expert suppliers of end-to-end  Physical Identity and Access Management solutions

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

2. Access Control Systems can Help Enhance Workplace Security during the COVID-19 Outbreak

   18 March 2020 4:33 pm Leave a Comment

   As COVID-19 spreads around the world, the majority of businesses and organizations have already started to implement measures to protect employees from contracting and spreading the virus – and their access control systems can prove to be invaluable tools to help them achieve these goals.

   As organizations make operational decisions in response to COVID-19, they should ensure their threat mitigation policy is reflected in the rules and settings of their access control systems.

   For instance, schools that have cancelled or postponed community activities should revisit their lock/unlock and alarm open/close schedules to make sure their building(s) is properly armed. They may also need to deactivate or suspend individuals’ access control cards to reflect these changes.

   All operational decisions should be reinforced within an organization’s access control settings, so you can control the environment as best as you can.

   This can also be an excellent opportunity to audit the access privileges to make sure the right people have access to the right areas of the building.

   Access Control UK – expert suppliers of access control and visitor management systems for small businesses

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

3. Contactless Smart Card Access Control Systems’ Market Sill Set for Solid Growth, Research Report Suggests

   13 March 2020 2:20 pm Leave a Comment

   Despite the growth of biometric technologies, the contactless smart card market is still set for strong growth over the next few years, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   The “Global Card-Based Access Control Systems Industry” from Reportlinker reveals that this market sector is poised to reach over US$3.3 Billion by the year 2025.

   Within Europe, which continues to remain an important element in the world economy, Germany will add over US$58.4 Million to the region’s size and clout in the next 5 to 6 years. Over US$65.1 Million worth of projected demand in the region will come from Rest of Europe markets.

   In Japan, the smart card market will reach approx. US$234.7 Million by the end of the forecast period.

   As the world’s second largest economy and the new game changer in global markets, China exhibits the potential to grow at 7.2% over the next couple of years and add approximately US$233.2 Million in terms of addressable opportunity.

   Access Control UK – the go-to company for secure, reliable and affordable access control systems

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   An UK-based manufacturer, we have over 30 years’ experience in designing, installing and commissioning outstanding security solutions. We take great pride in our commitment to provide the best possible customer care and adhere to the highest British and International security standards, which is why we’ve been formally accredited by several accreditation bodies (visit our Accreditations page for more information).

   The Access Control Systems supplied by Access Control UK are modular and fully scalable in design, thus allowing you to build your access control system to match your specific requirements, whether you’re a small company with under 250 personnel or a large multinational corporation.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

4. Fingerprint biometric access control readers to drive market growth across Europe

   5 March 2020 11:13 am Leave a Comment

   Fingerprint biometric access control readers will help drive market growth across Europe, with the sector poised to go up at a CAGR of 12.04% during the forecast period (2019-2025).

   The fresh report from “Research and Markets” suggests that the wide customer base is realizing the flaws in the existing cyber security networks need to be filled with robust security protocols. Organizations seek for access control trends with the view of boosting their business with the adoption of the latest technologies. Currently, the implementation of access control in a business landscape is crucial in a premises where cloud computing is used in a broad spectrum.

   The research paper also suggests that the adoption of fingerprint biometric systems has optimized security cards to new levels. That is an important thing to consider for any safety, like healthcare or law enforcement, and it takes fingerprint bio-metrics to the start, not to mention passwords and PINs, of many other biometric technologies.

   The authentication standards provided by fingerprint biometric smart cards are now being accepted extensively, to the extent that fingerprint biometric recognition is rapidly becoming the mainstream standard in smartphones.

   Access Control UK – suppliers of biometric access control systems that meet and exceed all your requirements

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   The access control systems supplied by Access Control UK also support an effective Fire Roll Call feature, which will enable employers to evacuate the personnel off the premises in a very orderly and clear manner, should a fire, explosion or some other type of catastrophe occur.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just hit the contact button at the top of the screen, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

5. Facial recognition access control system to be deployed at French football stadium

   28 February 2020 1:43 pm Leave a Comment

   A French football club has tested a facial recognition access control system designed to enhance event security, a news report has been able to suggest.

   The club tested the biometric technology at the stadium through video content analysis software as part of a “technical test” conducted on “volunteer staff of the start-up with a view to possible future application.”

   “There is a real problem of fighting radicalization in France but also in the world,” said Minister of Sports of France, Roxana Maracineanu. “So, we have to watch over the fight against terrorism, and when we have people gathered around a sporting event, it can be very dangerous.”

   Access Control UK – suppliers of choice of advanced access control and facial recognition systems

   Given the level of security required for stadia and sporting arenas, implementing a very solid access control and surveillance system is really a must, and this is specifically where Access Control UK could leverage its extensive experience in this field.

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies, including here facial recognition, to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

6. Access Control Reader Market to Record Strong Growth Until 2025

   19 February 2020 9:12 am Leave a Comment

   The permanent need for enhanced security at all levels of an organization will lead to a significant growth in the access control reader vertical, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   The “Global Access Control Reader Market Report” from Market Research Inc, includes in-depth research about the current and future status of the global market. According to the company’s researchers, the Access Control Reader Market to grow at a CAGR of +12% during the forecast period 2019-2025.

   Physical Access Control (PAC) deals with the limitation of physical access to an area, and consent to access the respective area is called approval. This particular business vertical is the biggest adopter of access control readers. Among the adopted technologies in this vertical we can encounter business premises, for example, ventures and server farms, banks and other financial organizations, hotels, retail locations and shopping centres, as well as leisure areas. All of these zones require access control readers for securing individuals and resources by forestalling unapproved access.

   Access Control UK – expert suppliers of Access Control Readers and Access Management solutions

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   Our access control readers are supplied ready to install and can operate across a cable or Ethernet network. They can also be mounted next to your barriers or turnstiles enabling you to quickly set up a powerful computer controlled security infrastructure.

   The contactless smart card access readers can be configured in many different arrangements, controlling a smaller number of doors at first and then more at a later date as need and/or budget permits. Supported card formats include EM, HID Prox™, HID iClass™, MiFare™, and DesFire™.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

7. Solid and Reliable Access Control Solutions are a Must for High-Security Hospital Sites

   12 February 2020 3:13 pm Leave a Comment

   Solid and reliable access control systems ensuring that only authorized members of staff are allowed to enter certain restricted areas are a vital component for any high-security hospital site, such as the one that has recently opened in Crowthorne, Berkshire.

   The new £250m high-security Broadmoor Hospital, treating men detained under the Mental Health Act, has opened in December, a news report has been able to reveal.

   West London NHS Trust said the site “epitomises hope and recovery” and would help it provide care “in an environment fit for the 21st Century”.

   The new Broadmoor Hospital includes three new ward buildings, gardens and a central building where patients can take part in activities.

   It will be able to provide treatment for up to 210 men with mental illness and personality disorders who represent a high degree of risk to themselves and others. Patients are admitted from prison, court or medium secure hospitals. Some have not committed an offence, but need specialised care in a high-security setting to aid their recovery.

   Access Control UK – experts in designing and deploying integrated access control systems for hospitals

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

8. Global Access Control Market to Reach USD 7091.56 Million by 2025, Report Suggests

   4 February 2020 3:48 pm Leave a Comment

   The Global Access Control Market is expected to reach USD 7091.56 million, with a CAGR of 7.44% by 2025, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   Adopting access control as a service (ACaaS), introducing mobile access control and increasing urbanization in emerging countries are all expected to provide important growth opportunities, the research has found.

   A simple EAC system consists of a scanner, an electrical lock, and a controller. Electronic access control is a security solution that provides you with direct control of your business’s physical security. One can restrict access to a facility through electronic access control systems based on the criteria you define.

   The demand for Electronic Access Control Systems market is estimated at US$ 16,400 million in 2018 and is projected to reach US$ 39,400 million by 2025, at a CAGR of 11.6% over the forecast period.

   Europe had the largest share of goods on the global market for keyless vehicle access control systems, with global market sales reaching 38% in 2016, followed by North America and Japan.

   The key drivers for the global market for access control and authentication are ever-increasing security and safety issues and regulations. It is expected that the introduction of mobility-based solutions would open up new market growth routes as well.

   Due to high government investment for public security, North America and Europe are estimated to contribute significantly to market growth in access control and authentication. In addition, it is expected that the escalating security budget to protect important infrastructure across countries in the Asia Pacific region will drive regional demands for such security systems.

   Access Control UK – expert suppliers of end-to-end  Physical Identity and Access Management solutions

   Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

   If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric time and attendance readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.

9. Majority of Enterprise Security Experts Believe Tailgating Remains a Significant Security Risk

   28 January 2020 2:32 pm Leave a Comment

   Although viewed by many as a gesture of common courtesy to colleagues and visitors, tailgating remains a very significant security risk for the enterprise sector, a recent survey has been able to suggest.

   The survey of enterprise security executives has revealed that a solid majority of all the respondents (69 percent) believe that security breaches from tailgating remain at the same level or are on the rise.

   Even more, a strong majority of all respondents (77 percent) believe that “guards and barriers” and “unmanned barriers that prevent tailgating” are the most effective way to curtail tailgating. However, only a minority (18 percent) of end user respondents say they were currently using either of those choices.

   Most end users are vulnerable to physical infiltration and they know it, according to the survey. How are they mitigating it? The majority (78 percent) are taking a reactionary stance to dealing with tailgating (using an access control system, security officers, video surveillance cameras and video management software) and at the same time, the majority (74 percent) are not tracking tailgating and believe they are vulnerable to a physical breach from tailgating (71 percent).

   Overall, says the survey, both end users and security advisors see tailgating as a serious issue and there is a high level of perceived vulnerability. A strong majority believe that what they have is not enough to prevent physical intrusion and they understand that physical barriers are the best approach (with security officers when applicable).

   Access Control UK – always in the forefront of reliable, affordable access control solutions

   Our biometric access control system also include provision for an entry made under duress. A normal PIN can be programmed as a feature of a normal access permission, working in tandem with the smartcard, but there can also be a special duress code set up. When this is entered, the cardholder (and any potential threat) notice no difference in the way that the door opens for them, but it triggers a silent alarm and sends an alert to the necessary people.

   The other method by which people can use our access control system is through their personal biometrics.

   The type of biometric identification that we offer for access control is the fingerprint reader, for employers who, due to security concerns, want to be absolutely certain that the relevant person is accessing the door. The image of the fingertip pattern is converted into a code through a secure algorithm, which is then stored on a database for future comparison and authentication.

   These modern methods of access control should be the minimum used by all businesses, yet many premises still rely on lock and key. Contact us on 020 8242 9695 for more information on our products and services, or by using our contact form.

10. Site Security Starts at the Door

    22 January 2020 11:38 am Leave a Comment

    Making sure that their site is secure, only accessible to authorized members of staff and/or visitors, as well as monitoring entry points at all times is one of the most important tasks for any modern site/facility manager.

    And according to experts, security usually starts at the door – meaning that integrating the latest generation of commercial electronic locksets, closers, hinge hardware and alarms with a central control system is one of the first steps to be considered.

    The levels of access to facilities is a vital issue to consider when designing an access control / door control system. Authorized personnel need access and, in emergency situations, rapid and safe egress, while unauthorized personnel have to be kept out. Firefighters and other emergency personnel need ease of entry to locate and evacuate people rapidly.

    One of the most popular solutions of choice for FM and security managers is the deployment of card and PIN lock systems, and they are rearranging traffic flows to channel visitor traffic at elevator lobbies toward properly staffed, secure reception areas. Only authorized personnel should be able to enter the main building through locked lobby doors. Other upgrades in terms of access credentials include the installation of biometric fingerprint readers, facial-recognition systems, and floor-to-ceiling locked turnstiles.

    They also can upgrade unguarded remote entry points from mechanical locks and keys to systems that incorporate CCTV and sound. A security guard at a remote point directs the person seeking entry to place his or her badge in front of the camera, verifies the person has the proper clearance and is the same person as shown on the picture badge, and remotely actuates the lock allowing entry.

    In an emergency requiring rapid evacuation of the building, all evacuation route doors are remotely unlocked immediately and simultaneously from a central control.

    Access Control UK – expert suppliers of access control and visitor management systems for small businesses

    Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.

    If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just contact us, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.