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Keeping your residents and assets safe presents complex challenges, often with priorities that seem to be at odds. Buildings need robust security, yet access must be as smooth and convenient as possible for residents. Residents desire easy entry for deliveries, dog walkers, and scheduled services, while also having peace of mind that their units are secure.

The tools and technologies used to secure living spaces are constantly evolving, as are residents’ expectations for more convenient features and amenities. This raises an important question for property managers: how can they meet residents’ expectations while providing the enhanced security they need?

In the fast-evolving landscape of access control solutions, the shift from legacy on-premise systems to cloud-based access control has become a strategic imperative for businesses seeking efficiency and scalability. However, the associated costs and concerns about swapping out existing proprietary equipment often act as significant barriers to change. Enter Brivo Mercury Solutions – a game-changer in the realm of security system migration.

“The momentum behind transitioning to the cloud is enormous,” Jason Kaveney, director of product management, Brivo Systems. As technology continues to advance, migrating to the cloud has become a strategic imperative for businesses aiming to enhance efficiency, scalability, and overall performance. Indeed, as organizations look to break down silos, gain a more holistic view of their data and embrace optimal user experiences, there has been a remarkable shift in focus to cloud-based models.

On a global scale, security is becoming a principal foundation of architectural design. Whether it is a commercial building, residential complex, or even a public space, incorporating secure access systems and technology is a vital component of any initial blueprint. Secure access as a consideration in design is no longer limited to government buildings or offices. However, secure access also does not need to comprise a design aesthetic.

It is of critical importance for healthcare institutions to ensure the safety of medical personnel, patients, records, equipment, and facilities. This must be done with minimal disruption to the doctors and nurses who are administering care. As healthcare facilities review and upgrade their physical and digital security systems, here are key trends impacting future healthcare.

The terminology that describes medical devices and connected medical devices can be confusing. Let’s start by looking at how these devices are defined. Medical Device: a contrivance designed and manufactured for use in healthcare, and not solely medicinal or nutritional. Internet of Medical Things (IoMT): devices linked to cloud platforms that store and analyze data.