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Discover the Benefits of Cloud Door Access Control

The cloud is everywhere. From Microsoft OneDrive to Dropbox to Google Drive, nearly every business uses cloud storage to store documents and enable collaboration while using powerful cloud analytics tools…

Access Control, Cloud Technology, Security Solutions

Transforming Personnel Compliance: The Ultimate Management Solution

In the current business climate, companies are prioritizing Personnel Compliance Management to protect employees and workspaces. Secure access control is essential, and the cost of monitoring certifications and testing deadlines…

Access Control, personnel compliance management, secure access

Mobile Remote Access Eliminates Key Card Inefficiencies

The smartphone is a truly revolutionary device. It has changed how people live their lives and connect with each other in ways that were never thought possible. Cell phone technology…

Access Control, Cloud Technology, IoT, IP-Enabled Access Control, Mobile Access Control, Security Solutions

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and Card Lock Company

On August 23rd, 1994, Congress established December 7th as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. It is not a federal holiday but a day that Americans should pause to remember the…

Veterans

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How Do Electric Strikes Work in Secure Building Systems?

Modern access control is much more than a traditional lock and key. One of the critical elements is the electric strike. So, how do electric strikes work, and what should…

Access Control, Smart Cards

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Card Lock Company Observes Veterans Day

Before it was Veterans Day, November 11 was known as Armistice Day. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed that November 11, 1919, would mark the first Armistice Day in recognition of those…

Veterans

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5 Ways to Improve Commercial Garage Security

Commercial garage security is designed to secure motorized equipment while it is parked, stored, or repaired. No matter what its use, commercial garages should limit access to authorized personnel to…

Security Solutions

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We Remember on Patriot Day

On September 11, 2001, tragedy rocked our world. The day the Twin Towers fell was a difficult one for America. On September 11th each year, now dubbed Patriot Day, we…

Veterans

Happy disabled businesswoman opening office door with her ID card that uses near-field communication.

Choosing Between Near Field Communication and RFID Systems

All clubs need a modern security system. Without one, you face numerous issues, including getting people to hand in expired cards, difficulty restricting guests to certain areas, and more. However,…

(Proximity) RFID

Employee using card to activate the access control system

Train Your Employees on the Basics of Your Access Control System

Updating to a modern access control system helps ensure your club’s or business’s security and makes it easy to manage member access. Your access control system also helps keep customers…

Access Control, key card access

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Celebrating Independence Day

Independence Day, known to many as the 4th of July, is a celebration that deserves far more than fireworks and hot dogs. We at Card Lock Company are beyond thankful…

Man using Smart card reader technology to access a locked office door

How Smart Card Reader Technology Can Help Your Private Club

Private clubs can face a lot of security challenges. These might range from ex-members gaining access to facilities (especially people expelled for a reason), employees behaving badly, to people thinking…

Access Control, key card access