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Access-control devices such as locks, entry devices and door alarms have evolved to meet the changing needs of hospitals in a world where the threat of terrorism is ever-present.

The National Crime Prevention Council emphasizes that preventive security measures are crucial to keeping hotel guests safe against crime. According to their website, “Security is an essential investment and not an optional expenditure.” In making the investment in preventive measures, hotels must balance security with the need to create a welcoming environment for patrons and guests.

At the new headquarters of 1+1 Media Group, manual management of keys quickly became a problem; keys were often misplaced, lost or taken without authorisation. They found a solution with the Morse Watchmans Keywatcher Touch key control and management system.

The comings and goings of judges, inmates, law enforcement, maintenance staff and others pose a number of safety concerns for courts, writes Fernando Pires, pictured, VP Sales and Marketing at US product company Morse Watchmans.

Airports have many security requirements and challenges, and part of the challenge arises because of the mix of people on-site, including airport staff, airline staff, contractor and vendor staff and travelers. One component of managing security in such settings is to strengthen the role of access control so that all parties remain in their authorized areas, assets are protected and security staff can focus on operational matters.