Modern commercial facilities no longer have to rely on old-fashioned security measures, such as guard dogs and deadbolts. We now live in the digital age, where digital security systems are the most effective way to protect commercial facilities from unauthorised intrusion.
A digital security system utilises information technology and smart devices to help in monitoring and securing a property. Instead of using physical keys to unlock doors, you can use passcodes, key fobs, and multi-factor authentication to open doors and access secured areas. The possibilities associated with digital security systems are endless.
You can implement a digital security system into any commercial facility, even if it is an older building with conventional security measures in place. However, upgrading to a digital security system requires security professionals like Tier 1 Facilities Management to do the work for you. They have the tools, equipment, and experience to install a digital security system with the latest technology and safeguards in place.
Below are the top five benefits of upgrading to a digital security system in your facility.
1) Access Control
A digital security system contains access control technology that lets you manage who can enter your building. It is a highly encrypted system that limits access to only those who have the necessary credentials, such as a keycard, mobile QR code, or personal biometrics. The most secure access option is biometrics, such as fingerprints, because they cannot be stolen or used by anyone else.
Access control will ensure that no unauthorised people get into your facility. You have total control over authorising access to only those whom you want to enter your building, such as employees and guests. You can even set multi-factor authentication requirements to add more security requirements for access to certain rooms in your facility if necessary.
The dashboard for controlling access is easy to use and navigate. The installers will give you some basic training on how to manage the access controls, and then you will be on your way to controlling all the access into your building and its most sensitive rooms.
2) CCTV Surveillance
CCTV surveillance technology is far superior when used with a digital security system. You can install highly advanced CCTV surveillance cameras to monitor the inside and outside areas of your facility remotely. The security system records all the video footage from the cameras and saves it to a cloud-based storage system that you can access from any location with a high-speed internet connection.
Older CCTV surveillance technology requires you to be within the vicinity of the cameras to monitor the footage. Now, the CCTV surveillance technology in a digital security system gives you the ability to monitor live video and previously recorded video of your facility from anywhere, no matter how far away you are.
Another thing to keep in mind is that CCTV surveillance is a strong deterrent to those who may be thinking about trespassing or breaking and entering. Suppose a potential burglar or intruder sees surveillance cameras monitoring the premises. In that case, they are far less likely to attempt to break into your building because they know they are being watched and recorded.
3) Remote Monitoring
Secure Wi-Fi networks are the key to enabling remote monitoring of the premises with a digital security system. You can take out your smartphone or laptop, connect it to your local Wi-Fi connection, and then monitor video feeds from any of the CCTV surveillance cameras on your property. The encryption technology will ensure that no one else can view the video feeds except for you.
The digital security system will back up the video data recorded and store it on the cloud server regularly. So, if someone does attempt to gain unauthorised access to your building, you will have the video evidence to present to the police. Of course, if you happen to be monitoring the criminal activity live, you can contact the police to come to the facility immediately.
4) Alarm Systems
Digital security systems do have alarms built into them. A loud alarm sound will go off anytime someone bypasses the security authentication features and opens the door to enter your building. The alarm will also trigger trained security teams to arrive at the scene to encounter the suspected trespasser.
For instance, you can have motion sensors set up on the other side of your facility’s front doors. The alarm will trigger if someone manages to open the door without the necessary credentials because the sensors will detect it. Then, it will notify security teams to come to the location quickly.
You will receive alert notifications whenever your alarm system goes off because of a suspected intruder. Anytime there is after-hours activity or unauthorised entry to your building, the alarm will sound off and alert you.
5) Tailored Security Plans
A digital security system is not some fixed system that is the same for every commercial facility. A professional security service provider will tailor your digital security system to accommodate your company’s security needs before installing it at your facility. Your tailored security system will cater to your specific security requirements to provide the kind of protection you desire for your premises.
The professional security consultants associated with the installation service can give you additional advice and guidance as well. But ultimately, you get to choose where you want your CCTV surveillance cameras and sensors installed.
Enhance Your Overall Security
All the benefits and features of a digital security system described above can enhance the overall security of your commercial facility to protect the safety of your employees, customers, guests, and property. Not only will your employees have peace of mind in staying protected, but you can have peace of mind in knowing that you won’t lose your assets or property due to vandalism or theft.
Are you ready to get started or learn more about how digital security systems can benefit your commercial facility? Contact Tier 1 Facilities Management Ltd. at 0330 127 0421 for more information.
