When you need a higher level of security, you don’t want to leave your building vulnerable to stolen Access Cards and PIN codes. You need an authentication factor that’s harder to fake, steal, or duplicate. Biometrics access control is the natural choice.
Biometric access systems use unique physical characteristics to verify identity and grant access throughout your building. Instead of relying on physical keys or digital codes, you can use fingerprints, faces, or other unique identifiers to gain entry. This makes it more difficult for unauthorized individuals to access the building and provides a more convenient method for your team to enter and exit.
Learn more about the different types of biometric access control and how these systems can improve the security of your building.
Types of Biometric Access Control
There are several types of biometric access control systems, but some of the most common systems include:
- Fingerprint recognition. Widely used biometric technology that scans a person’s fingerprint and compares it to the one stored on file. Many people are familiar with this type of biometric access, as it’s also widely used in smartphone and laptop security.
- Facial recognition. Cameras capture images of a person’s face and compare them to a stored template. These systems are highly accurate but can be affected by factors such as lighting and facial expressions. Facial recognition is becoming more common in airports and CCTV monitoring systems.
- Iris recognition. Scans the unique patterns in a person’s iris or the colored part of the eye. This method is highly accurate and has some of the lowest false rejections and acceptance rates.
- Voice recognition. Analyzes a person’s voice pattern to verify their identity. This technology can be affected by factors like health conditions and background noises.
5 Ways Biometrics Can Improve Your Security
Which biometric access control system you use will depend on your needs, budget, and current security system. No matter which system you choose, though, biometric access control can significantly improve the security of your building. Here’s how.
Less Risk of Unauthorized Access
Biometric systems use unique identifiers. The characteristics of the biometric data are unique to each individual, making it extremely difficult for an unauthorized person to gain access. These systems are less susceptible to fraud than traditional access control systems that use passwords or access cards.
Convenient for the User
Biometric systems allow hands-free access for users, making it easier and more convenient for authorized personnel to pass security checkpoints. Streamlining access can reduce wait times and improve productivity. Personnel are more likely to comply with an easy-to-use system, which in turn creates a stronger culture of security within your facility.
More Cost Effective
Using biometric data for access control means you don’t need physical credentials. That saves expenses on card production and your team’s admin time on distribution and replacement. Security teams can focus on security instead of replacing lost credentials.
Integrates With Other Systems
Biometric systems are great on their own, but they are truly excellent when integrating with the rest of your security infrastructure. Biometric access control can be easily integrated with other security systems, such as surveillance cameras and intrusion detection systems.
Simple Management
Biometric systems can be managed in minutes, not hours. They make it easy to grant and revoke access, update clearance, and monitor user activity. Biometric systems create highly accurate audit trails to help security teams investigate suspicious activity or unusual incidents.
Trust Ariel for Uncompromising Biometric Security
Take your building’s security to the next level. Ariel Secure Technologies offers state-of-the-art biometric access control solutions tailored to the needs of your high-risk facility. We can help you select the right biometric access control system and implement it to meet your requirements. After installation, our security experts will provide ongoing support to ensure it works perfectly.
Don’t let outdated access control compromise your security. Contact the Ariel team today to learn more about our biometric access control systems and other enterprise-level security services.
