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Add Smartphone Option to Your Existing Access Control Solution – Without a Monthly Service Fee

Maybe you have an existing card reader access solution and would like to begin transitioning users to a smartphone-based solution. Or, perhaps you have an old – or even new – card access control system that you’re happy with, but you’d like to offer your users the option of using their smartphones for access in […]

The Top Five Cost Saving Reasons to Consider Bluetooth Access Control

1. No Network Required Because Bluetooth access control is managed from the cloud without a network connection, installation is less expensive than traditional electronic access solutions. This also eliminates the risk of your access solution being used to hack into the corporate network – another potentially costly problem to resolve. 2. Easy Installation Installation of […]

What Every Business Should Do Before Selecting an Access Control Solution

Biometric…keycard…fob…smartphone… The options for access control solutions can be overwhelming. But there’s one critical thing every business must do before installing any of them: Put in electronic locks. An electronic or electric lock is any locking device that’s operated by an electric current. Let’s take a look at the two major types and how they’re […]

No Wires or Connection Necessary: Update Your VIZpin Firmware with Just an App

We all understand the importance of updating software and hardware to reap the latest benefits that technology has to offer, but what about firmware? What is it? Why is it important? And, if it should be kept current, how do you go about making updates? Firmware vs. Software Software is a collection of instructions that […]

Buyer Beware: The Vulnerabilities of Traditional Access Control Systems that Compromise Security

At VIZpin, providing the safest solution for our customers’ buildings and the people who use them is our number one priority. In the development of our smartphone-based access control solution, it was – and remains – our mission to not only offer an access control solution that is significantly more convenient and affordable than traditional […]

2018 Top 10 Highlights from VIZpin Smartphone Access Control

As we quickly approach the New Year, eager to see all it holds for the VIZpin family, our partners and our clients, we would like to take some time to reflect on some of the many exciting ways VIZpin grew in 2018. Here are our Top 10: Solar Kit – Want the benefits of VIZpin Smartphone Access for […]

VIZpin Solar Kit: The Perfect Access Control Option Where It’s Difficult to Get Power or Network

VIZpin is not only more convenient, secure and affordable than traditional keycard and fob solutions, it’s also extremely easy to install. Basically, you need just three things: a door strike, power supply and the VIZpin reader. But what if you want all the benefits VIZpin has to offer, but you need to provide access in […]

First In Feature is an Extra Gift During Holiday Season

The First In feature* available with VIZpin PLUS service – which provides secure access and convenience at retailers, office buildings, warehouses and more year-round – is a special gift during the busy holiday season. The First In feature is common in retail, office or any place that wants its doors to be open to the […]

5 Reasons to be Thankful for Smartphone Access Control

Thanksgiving presents a time for reflection on what you are thankful for. If you’re like most, family, friends and health quickly come to mind. But have you ever stopped to consider your smartphone access control? When you think about it, having smartphone access control provides plenty to be thankful for. Here are five simple reasons […]

Security is Sacred: The Growing Need for Access Control in Places of Worship

Houses of worship, whether they be churches, temples, synagogues or mosques, and the buildings around them are meant to be safe places for members and visitors to practice their faith in worship, study and fellowship activities. These religious spaces are also often utilized by community groups when services and church-related meetings and activities are not taking place. There was a time when churches kept their doors open 24/7 with the […]