With operational budgets going in one direction and inmate populations going in the opposite direction, administrators of correctional facilities are being asked to achieve the near impossible. However, with the help of technology solutions including key control and management systems which provide a reliable solution for the safekeeping and accountability of facility keys, it is possible to achieve goals cost-efficiently.

As enterprises have grown in size, complexity and scope, their physical security needs have risen exponentially. Executives are facing mounting costs and a dizzying array of technological solutions, all in the context of ensuring a safer and more secure environment. Many times in such situations the best path forward lies not in additional complexity, but rather in simplification.

During the holidays, it is especially important to observe all safety and security practices in your facilities so that the season can be enjoyed by all. Among other measures, a reliable key control and management system can help to ensure holiday peace of mind.

The conventional method of accessing a key control cabinet is with the built-in keypad and a pre-authorized PIN (personal identification number) code. The user simply enters their PIN code to unlock the cabinet and retrieve or return a key for which they are authorized. In addition to the standard keypads, key control systems may also be designed with other types of access devices.

Selecting and implementing the best key control and management system can help to ensure that its full potential in an overall security operation is reached. One of the main attributes of a high performance key control system is out-of-the-box ease of use. From system design to installation to everyday use and control to system expansion, a well-designed key control system will deliver straightforward operation for everyone.