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Access control is the primary feature of security systems in the 1990s, whether in office buildings or college campuses. From their gatekeeping function, access control systems have expanded their role to include accountability for persons within a building, which building owners perceive to be a de...

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Published inBuildings (Cedar Rapids. 1947) Vol. 92; no. 8; pp. 88 - 92
Main Author Hamilton, Kathryn
Format Magazine Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Stamats Communications, Inc 01.08.1998
Endeavor Business Media
Subjects
Analysis
Electronic security systems
Facility security
Management
Security measures
Security systems
Security systems industry
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Summary:Access control is the primary feature of security systems in the 1990s, whether in office buildings or college campuses. From their gatekeeping function, access control systems have expanded their role to include accountability for persons within a building, which building owners perceive to be a deterrent against workplace violence, a protection of assets and useful information in the event of emergencies or disasters. However, building owners and facility managers should guard against two most common vulnerabilities of access control cards, namely, duplicity and tailgating.
ISSN:0007-3725
2471-3112