The makeup of a university campus is not unlike that of a small town. As in a small town, multiple diverse buildings and green spaces are distributed throughout a defined geographic area. For the campus, these would include housing, administrative/office buildings, resource centers (i.e. library, medical facility, classrooms, religious centers, etc.), maintenance buildings, police services, retail (cafeteria, book store) and more. A university campus has all the same resources, if not the budget, as a small town has for safety and security. Further, because a campus is not an open environment, the school can even be more advanced in their operations and use of technology when pursuing a safer environment.

Safety and secure in the workplace benefits not only the employees and employers but also their families and the communities in which they live. Whether it’s a small manufacturing facility or a large medical complex, maintaining policies and procedures and investing in security technology such as key control and asset management systems can pay tangible dividends in the form of an improved security environment.

If you have been to Las Vegas recently, you will have noticed that construction cranes are once again hovering over the Strip. New projects and casino renovations are underway, providing new business opportunities for the security industry. Among the technologies needed for the regulated gaming market are key control and asset management systems.

A quick check of the Internet reveals dozens of gadgets and electronic devices, the sole purpose of which is to keep track of keys. There are even apps for smart phones that, when paired with a key tag, will show a map of the tag’s last or current location. They’re all very useful solutions for an individual or a household but can you imagine trying to apply any of these devices to a business situation – not a very practical idea.

For organizations large and small, accurate and timely information is a business necessity. In retail or fast food restaurants, sales figures may be looked at on a daily basis or at certain times of the day to help determine adequate staffing levels. In manufacturing, access to current production, inventory and sales numbers can help guide decisions. And in security situations, knowing who is or was where and for how long or who has keys out or has not returned them can provide alerts or evidence regarding safety and security.