Surveillance cameras, turnstiles and security gates will protect university library visitors and assets at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. 

Access management is a challenge for many enterprise security leaders. No matter the size of the organization, physical security professionals can follow these four steps to ensure the safety of their entrance security system.

COVID-19 has put the spotlight on entrance and access control.

The Dallas Police Department, which is the ninth largest municipal police force, utilizes a layered approach to physical security at its headquarters building, including recently-installed perimeter security.

From the initial secured entrance to the overarching access control system, the emphasis is currently on contactless access control and door entry solutions. A myriad of technologies from NFC and smart mobile devices to facial biometrics will help play a vital role in what are now COVID-driven essentials. An integrated strategy for access control, along with tailgating mitigation options including turnstiles, revolving doors and mantrap portals enables building security to implement even more comprehensive control and prioritized security while making use of touchless credentials.

Enterprise security leaders say physical security solutions are more important due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, 75% of respondents said the coronavirus pandemic increased the importance of physical security within their organizations.

The concept of regulatory compliance is simple: compliance maintains the safety and welfare of the general public.