Designing a reliable and scalable physical access control system isn't just about selecting the right door hardware - it's a strategic decision that affects business continuity, cybersecurity, operational efficiency, and long-term costs.
This white paper, written in collaboration with Johnson Controls, explores critical design decisions that purchasing and security professionals need to make. The paper covers essential choices in controller placement, power architecture, wiring strategies, and communication protocols.
Whether planning new installations or optimising existing systems, this paper offers valuable insights to ensure your access control infrastructure is cost-effective, reliable, and future-ready. Download today to access expert-backed strategies!
What's inside?
- Design strategies that maximise system uptime
- Comparing central vs. distributed controller layouts
- Key considerations when implementing PoE
- Planning for failover, scalability, and device longevity
- Retrofitting access control in legacy environments
