Cost and ease of installation could benefit healthcare facilities
Wireless access control systems — including key cards, PINs, passwords and biometrics — can offer range of potential benefits to healthcare facilities, according to an article on the Campus Safety website.
Reasons wireless access control could benefit a healthcare facility include:
• Overall lower total cost
• Ease of installation in new or existing buildings where wiring or cabling can be difficult to maneuver
• Flexibility and scalability for growing campuses
April 19, 2017
Topic Area: Security
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