From apartment blocks to commercial premises, gated communities and large domestic properties, entry phones have become a popular way of controlling the comings and goings of residents, visitors, and everyone in between.
Fixed to the front door or front gate of a premises, an entry phone system acts as a security measure which requires authorisation either from someone inside the premises or through the provision of a key fob or specific code. Most entry phone systems are fitted with cameras so that the individual awaiting entry can be seen on a screen for full transparency – a measure which is particularly ideal for apartment blocks and multi-occupant premises.
But enough about how they work – for the purpose of this blog, we’re talking about the benefits of installing an entry phone in London, specifically for business settings.
Enhanced security and visibility around comings and goings
Whenever a client or supplier arrives at the gate of your car park or the entry door to your business premises, an entry phone allows them to quickly and conveniently let you know that they have arrived – with you able to grant them permission to enter.
The range of accessibility tools means that depending on which entry phone you opt for, London business owners can have key fobs made, or can fix their system with a code that allows individuals with the code to unlock the door themselves. This is ideal for security as it creates a barrier between business owners and visitors, allowing them to control and see who is coming and going on their property.
Provide lock control throughout a building
Entry phones are not solely reserved for exterior doors – they can also be used to create segmented areas and closed spaces within a commercial or private property, with individual fobs and key cards fitted with different access details.
Hospitals are a good example of how and where this use can be effective, enabling certain individuals with specified allowances to enter one location, while closing it off to other users. Without the right key fob which has been fitted with the right permissions, the entry door remains closed.
This connects to a secondary benefit, which is that updating the permissions on keycards and key fobs is much simpler than handing out new keys.
Delivery support when out and about
Finally, if you live in a large office block or find that you often miss the doorbell with delivery drivers, an entry phone system can give you quick and easy connectivity with whoever is on your doorstep.
A combination of audio and video communication systems can be fitted to enable you to converse with whoever is at your door, meaning you never miss a delivery again – at work and at home!
To find out more benefits of high-quality entry phone systems, and to determine the best system for your business premises, get in touch with your local supplier today. They will be able to advise on the best system and tailored support for you.