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1. Almost 60% of multinationals feel their access control system isn’t future-proofed

   18 April 2019 11:07 am Leave a Comment

   Nearly three in five multinationals think their access control system isn’t future-proofed, a recent research report has been able to suggest.

   The study points out that, due to increasing globalisation and constant changes, the international standardisation of security aspects such as access control is becoming increasingly important. However, the majority of multinationals do not feel that their current access control systems are future-proof and ready to respond in an appropriate manner to the security challenges that might appear on the future.

   For this reason, multiple organizations are actually investing in deploying new access control solutions, a separate report has found.

   In fact, the paper from MarketResearchFuture suggests that the electronic access control systems market is expected to grow from USD 8.2 billion in 2017 to USD 13.2 billion by 2023, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.53% during the forecast period.

   The biometric access control readers’ vertical is estimated to hold the highest market share throughout the forecast period, and it is also expected to register the highest CAGR.

   These categories of Electronic Access Control Systems Market are more reliable as they provide benefits such as improved identification and authentication process thereby increasing the access control to physical and electronic resources.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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.

2. Access control systems to become mission-critical for financial institutions, experts believe

   2 April 2019 1:33 pm Leave a Comment

   Access control systems will become a must have for the all financial institutions in the future, as the convergence of technology, innovation, new regulation and security risks are rapidly changing banking security ecosystems, experts believe.

   While the security of IT systems is obviously critical, physical security also plays a major role in preventing security breaches and shoring up an institution’s image. And one vital contributor to a high-end physical security system is represented by location services, designed specifically to improve governance and situational awareness.

   Real time location systems enable institutions to improve visibility and situational awareness, so they can ensure safety while protecting critical assets. Combining IoT solutions with predictive analytics, today’s location services solutions enable financial institutions to improve real-time visibility through knowing the precise location of assets, employees and visitors.

   Employees benefit from the ability to locate needed assets, and institutions gain valuable knowledge about building occupancy and employee location, so they can facilitate evacuations and emergency responses while also meeting requirements related to access policies, time-and-attendance logging and building safety.

   Precise real-time and proximity location capabilities make it significantly easier to manage who enters and exits the building, and to control where, when and why they can access specific areas and information resources.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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.

3. Need for enhanced security to drive growth in Smart Card Access Control Systems’ Market

   27 March 2019 2:46 pm Leave a Comment

   The constant need for enhanced and improved security solutions is one of the main factors driving growth in the smart card access control systems’ market, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   Access control systems enable various organizations and enterprises to limit the access of network, data and workstations to authorized person. Government and commercial offices are increasingly using card-based electronic access control system to manage access to their resources.  Card-based access control system is an efficient tool to protect the enterprise assets.

   Card-based access control reduces need for multiple cards and access codes. Further, It offer flexibility for supporting various functions in an organization including security and managing the assets. Card-based access control system is a flexible and effective solution that accomplishes the organizations requirements in terms of security policies.

   An access control system consists of components such as ID credential (card), card reader, door lock, control panel, control server, database and software. These components are either purchased from third party suppliers or developed by the OEMs. Card-based electronic access control systems are connected to the database and control server through an existing IP network of the organization. As a result, it saves the cost of deploying additional network for the access control system.

   Increasing demand for enhanced security and government policies for security issues is driving the card based electronic access control system market. Images with better resolution and unchangeable personalization attributes are some of the technological advancements in the card-based electronic access control system. An emerging trend in card-based electronic access control system is the integrated solution for immediate response with electronic alarm systems.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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.

4. CSCS set to speed up application process by going online

   18 March 2019 4:49 pm Leave a Comment

   The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) will be launching an updated online service aimed at speeding up the CSCS card application process, the organization has recently revealed.

   For more than 20 years CSCS’s application processing and contact centre services have been delivered under contract by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). In late 2017 CITB formally notified CSCS of their intention to withdraw from delivering the service.

   Since then CSCS has taken the opportunity to identify and procure a modern service, moving the majority of applications online and improving the existing telephone and paper-based application processes.

   Graham Wren, Chief Executive at CSCS said: “I am delighted to announce that the new service will go live by the end of 2019. This new and exciting development includes the introduction of online applications and the ability to send an electronic version of the CSCS card directly to your mobile phone.”

   Applying for a CSCS card online will be considerably easier, quicker and more convenient than any other means of application. Applicants will have the choice of applying for their cards using their personal computers, tablet devices or mobile phones.

   The streamlined service will allow applicants the convenience of submitting their applications at a time to suit them and from any location, without the need to pick up the phone and talk to a service agent.

   Graham Wren continued: “Buying services online is quickly becoming the norm. Introduction of the new service will remove much of the complexity surrounding the existing application process and demonstrate CSCS’s commitment to delivering a first-class service to the 1.5 million card holders and their employers in the UK construction industry.”

   CSCS would like to reassure card holders that the scheme will continue to operate as normal while the process of developing the new service takes place.

   Access Control UK– the partner of choice for Construction / Building Site Access Control

   Professionals who hold a CSCS card can use their existing card to gain access to a construction site or similar, including through turnstiles or car park barriers. The WinAC.NET software includes a CSCS card wizard that allows system users to quickly grant contractors access to their access control system.

   Other advanced features that can be enabled include a separate verification process where CSCS smartcard holders must report to a Site Manager for the Site Manager to verify the Contractor’s details before permitting the CSCS smartcard to enter a site. This can be conducted on a site-by-site basis or can be applied to permit usage of a CSCS smartcard across a number of sites.

   The CSCS smartcard provides a very powerful and cost effective means of centralising Time & Attendance, Advanced Access Control and Fire/Evacuation roll-call, re-using an existing CSCS smartcard as base for the entire system.

   If you’d like to find out more about the integration of Access Control Systems with CSCS cards, just contacts us or Book a Demo, our representatives will be more than happy to answer all of your questions and queries.

5. The challenges of developing a biometric authentication system for children

   6 March 2019 4:26 pm Leave a Comment

   While fingerprints are unique for each person, children’s are particularly difficult to enrol and verify due to a variety of factors, including the size and possible poor placement of the fingers, experts believe.

   A new whitepaper by Integrated Biometrics suggests that the main problems associated with fingerprinting young children are finger size and physical restlessness and argues that between relative ease of capture and relatively high social acceptance, fingerprints are the best biometric modality for identifying children. Capturing good quality fingerprint data from children is often difficult due to their fingers being excessively dry or moist, dirty, or the image being distorted by uneven, excessive, or insufficient force by the finger against the scanning surface, IB says.

   The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) carried out a research project in 2013 to simulate fingerprint scans for children under optimal conditions, as well as fingers with humidity, sugar residue, and dirt potentially obscuring the image. The project tested a glass optical scanner, a multispectral scanner, and a touchless scanner, and found all three struggled to deliver accurate results, and were inappropriate to many use cases due to some combination of cost, size, and fragility.

   The ideal scanner, the paper concludes, delivers high-quality images in a rugged, compact design, with low power consumption and built-in resilience to extreme temperatures, bright lights, and direct sunlight. LES sensors like those from Integrated Biometrics can meet the challenges of fingerprinting children as young as 18 months, the company says.

   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 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. Overall value of the Access Control Systems Market to reach USD 12.1 billion by 2024, report finds

   28 February 2019 12:42 pm Leave a Comment

   The Access Control Market is expected to grow from USD 7.5 billion in 2018 to USD 12.1 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 8.24%, information published in the “Access Control Market by Component (Hardware Card-Based Readers, Biometric Readers, Electronic Locks, Controllers, and Software), Service (Installation, Maintenance, & ACaaS), Vertical, and Geography – Global Forecast to 2024″ report, published by MarketsandMarkets, has been able to suggest.

   The growth of the access control market is driven by high adoption of access control solutions owing to increasing crime rates globally; technological advancements and deployment of wireless technology in security systems; and adoption of IoT-based security systems with cloud computing platforms.

   Adoption of access control as a service (ACaaS); implementation of mobile-based access control; and increasing urbanization in emerging countries are expected to provide huge growth opportunities to players in the access control market.

   The biometric readers segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2018 to 2024. The market for biometric reader-based access control systems has been further categorized into fingerprint recognition, hand geometry recognition, iris recognition, and face recognition. Biometric time and attendance readers are rapidly gaining worldwide traction owing to the growing need for surveillance and security in government facilities, manufacturing units, power stations, defense establishments, and enterprises.

   The access control market for the residential vertical is expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2018 to 2024. In smart homes, access control systems are used to enhance security. The key factors contributing to the growth of this market include the rise in crime rates, ongoing technological advancements, increasing need for hazards detection such as fire and gas leaks, and ensuring the safety of children at home. The growing smart home market will lead the demand for access control solutions in the residential sector.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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.

7. The Access Management (IAM) Market set for very strong growth until 2022, report suggests

   19 February 2019 3:13 pm Leave a Comment

   The Identity & Access Management (IAM) market is set to grow at a very strong pace over the next 3 years, with mobility and the Internet of Things representing some of the most important evolutionary factors, a recent market research report has been able to suggest.

   The IAM market has evolved from a focus on access control and identity management to include governance and analytics. Another key component of IAM is Multifactor Authentication (MFA). IAM has grown more essential as mobility has broken down the physical perimeter that once protected corporate information and productivity systems.

   Enterprises must secure remote access to their systems while not adversely affecting the productivity of employees and partners working through these systems with cumbersome access and security processes. Industrial IoT is also becoming a more interconnected environment that requires stronger and more flexible IAM oversight.

   As the threats to networks, systems, and users themselves grow by leaps and bounds through the actions of more sophisticated and aggressive hackers, IAM suppliers are responding to the challenge with innovative and more integrated solutions. The public nature of the threat over the last several years is driving enterprises to the IAM market.

   The adoption of cloud services has somewhat surprisingly had the biggest impact so far on large businesses rather than the small and medium-sized businesses it was expected to attract to the IAM market. Using cloud-based solutions, large businesses are able to more easily embrace a hybrid model that better supports both on-premises and cloud environments. The growth of small and medium-sized businesses will accelerate over the next three years.

   Enterprises do not want to inhibit access to core business systems to be the price they pay for implementing more robust security. IAM that can improve both security and productivity has strong winds behind it in terms of growing demand.

   Governance is also a key driver of IAM as new regulations across the globe, especially in the EU, are making it painful for companies that fall short on compliance. For these reasons, the researcher forecasts strong double-digit growth over the course of this study.

   However, given the weariness that massive digital transformation has left enterprises with, IAM suppliers must be cognizant of adding to the overload and make adoption as seamless and painless as possible.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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 time and attendance 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.

8. Access control systems’ market has grown over $5.2 billion in 2018, report suggests

   24 January 2019 9:07 am Leave a Comment

   The market for physical electronic access control solutions has grown to over $5.2 billion in 2018, a recent market research report from IHS Markit has been able to suggest.

   The market has experienced stable and predictable growth rates that have hovered around 6 percent over the past several years. Electronic locks remain both the largest and the fastest growing product type in access control, representing nearly 40% of the global market size for all access control equipment.

   The report also revealed some very interesting trends to watch in 2019 and beyond, which include Access Control as a Service (ACaaS), which allow end-users to avoid the need to invest in costly on-site IT infrastructures to support their access control equipment. ACaaS solutions will be particularly popular to support small and mid-sized projects that service less than fifty doors.

   In addition, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons will support geopositioning in an increasing number of the world’s most advanced access control systems. Through geopositioning, the exact location of specific personnel can be identified at any site in real-time.

   Access Control UK – specialising in deploying advanced access control system tailored to your specific 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.

9. Chinese universities turn to biometric access control systems to secure residence facilities

   14 January 2019 1:33 pm Leave a Comment

   Biometric access control systems are becoming increasingly popular as the solutions of choice to secure residence facilities in Chinese universities, a recent news report in the local media has been able to suggest.

   Shanghai Normal’s newly renovated 6th Dormitory building has seen a huge facelift on the outside, but it’s the internal upgrades that have been the most impressive. Student residents now enter the dorm via facial recognition technology by passing through scanners and electronic gates.

   Anyone whose facial biometric or personal information has not been enrolled in the dorm’s database cannot enter the building.

   Once inside the hall, students can then use a fingerprint to enter their dorm room. The residence has been completely outfitted with new technology, and beyond the biometric upgrades now includes QR code-scanning for laundry machines, and a touchscreen in the lobby where students can request repairs.

   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 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.

10. Close to 80% of CSCS accredited construction workers now use electronic smart cards, audit reveals

    9 January 2019 12:32 pm Leave a Comment

    The vast majority of employers in the construction industry use smart card technology to control site access, an audit carried out in October 2018 by Build UK and CECA has been able to suggest.

    The government’s strategy for the construction industry, Construction 2025, challenged the industry to adopt SmartCard technology by 2020. This means that by 2020 all industry skill cards will enable electronic card checking when presented at site gates.

    By using CSCS’ SmartCard technology, a contractor can not only certify that individuals working on construction sites have the required training and qualifications for the type of work they carry out, but also save valuable time and money. This technology makes card checking procedures more efficient and makes sites safer places to work.

    Build UK and the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) have led the way to a safer and more efficient industry by carrying out a CSCS SmartCard audit across their members’ construction sites.

    In this audit, 80% of checks were done using CSCS SmartCard technology. This gave Build UK and CECA members a fantastic opportunity to display the efficiency and utility of their smart technology procedures.

    Access Control UK– the partner of choice for Construction / Building Site Access Control

    Professionals who hold a CSCS card can use their existing card to gain access to a construction site or similar, including through turnstiles or car park barriers. The WinAC.NET software includes a CSCS card wizard that allows system users to quickly grant contractors access to their access control system.

    Other advanced features that can be enabled include a separate verification process where CSCS smartcard holders must report to a Site Manager for the Site Manager to verify the Contractor’s details before permitting the CSCS smartcard to enter a site. This can be conducted on a site-by-site basis or can be applied to permit usage of a CSCS smartcard across a number of sites.

    The CSCS smartcard provides a very powerful and cost effective means of centralising Time & Attendance, Advanced Access Control and Fire/Evacuation roll-call, re-using an existing CSCS smartcard as base for the entire system.

    If you’d like to find out more about the integration of Access Control Systems with CSCS cards, just contacts us or Book a Demo, our representatives will be more than happy to answer all of your questions and queries.