Access management in small firms: peace of mind at work

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Many small firms – professional studios, labs, shops, coworking spaces – underestimate the importance of security and access management. It is often thought that giving staff keys is enough and that a cutting-edge system is for large firms only. But access control is key to effective working, protecting spaces and simplifying management today, even for small firms.

Because small firms need to manage access too

The occupational dynamics have changed. In spaces of limited size small firms increasingly often:

  • share spaces with partners, consultants and suppliers;
  • manage flexible working hours and shifts;
  • store sensitive data protected by GDPR;
  • access warehouses, offices, technical spaces and archives requiring targeted controls.

In scenarios such as this the physical key model is not the most effective one: all it takes is one lost key, one unauthorised duplication or one key not handed back in for security to be jeopardised, requiring expensive and time-consuming action.

The concrete benefits of digital access controls

A digital access control system can make the difference, even for firms with small workforces.

  • Tracking: knowing who comes in and when, in real time.
  • Flexibility: access only on specific days and at specific times.
  • Simplified management: creating, modifying and removing permits, remotely.
  • Savings: no more duplicates, lock replacements and lost keys.
  • Professional reputation: offering clients and staff secure, smart access.

A smart solution for ‘micro’ too

CISA AERO is a cloud-based access-control solution designed specifically for this type of context. A modular, scalable solution with the potential to grow with your business, simplifying management and guaranteeing security with minimal operational effort.

It enables you to manage accesses from a smartphone or the web, setting up and sending out credentials in a few clicks, monitoring entry and setting up temporary permits for staff, suppliers and clients, including remotely. No technical skills are required and no complex system.

The system is finished off by eSIGNO, a contactless electronic lock designed to work with both cards and smartphones (in its 2.0 version), which can be installed wiring-free and retrofitted too.

Access is activated by smartphone via the CISA Smart Access App which is compatible with iOS and Android devices.

Find out how it works in detail: CISA AERO for small firms

If you’re looking for more specific advice on your project, contact us for additional information.

 

Conclusion

Owning a small firm does not mean sacrificing security or efficiency. Quite the opposite: it is precisely because resources are limited that a smart system can simplify everyday management, better protect spaces and get your firm growing with increased peace of mind.