Your access credential how you want it & why that’s important
We all want to have a say in our lives - what our jobs are, what we eat, even down to our coffee order. Access control should be no different. We should have a choice in things such as our readers, our management systems - and our credentials. In a world where users are increasingly seeking control over our digital identities, that should apply to access control credentials as well - we should get our credentials how we want them. This could mean choosing between mobile and physical credentials, owning your keyset, or breaking free from proprietary technology.
President Robert Lydic says it well. “How you want it means choice, and choice is an expected part of the user experience.” - Lydic
Physical and Mobile Credentials: A Dual Approach
One of the key aspects of modern credential management is the flexibility to choose between physical and mobile credentials - or both! This dual approach caters to diverse user preferences and situations. Physical credentials, such as smart cards, offer a tangible and familiar option for those who prefer a traditional approach. Some companies may even require a physical badge to be displayed.
Mobile credentials leverage the security of smartphones, provide an elevated user experience, and streamline remote management. This modernized solution ensures the user is authenticated, while also eliminating security risks that physical cards may pose. Every business is different. Some may want to stick to physical cards, some may want to utilize only mobile credentials, and some may want a combination of both. By having the choice, you are empowered to select the method that best suits your business’s lifestyle and security needs.
Owning Your Keyset: A Step Towards True Digital Autonomy
The concept of owning your own keyset is revolutionary in the world of access control credentials. It puts the power into your hands as the end user. With Wavelynx, you can choose to have your own encryption keys. This ownership enhances privacy and security of your access control systems. If you are not interested in custom keysets, we are happy to provide you with standard keysets.
Breaking Free from Proprietary Technology
One of the most significant advantages of having your credential how you want it is the ability to avoid being locked into proprietary technologies. Open standards and interoperable systems are becoming the norm, not the exception. You are able to create the perfect access control ecosystem for your business when you have the power to choose. You might want to have a system of locks, vending, secure print, parking garage capabilities - with Wavelynx, you are free to integrate with other components of access.
When you have the power to choose what works for you, you can ensure all parts of your access control system are exactly what you need - even down to the credential. By embracing this approach, we not only enhance security and privacy but also pave the way for a more user-centric, secure future. As we move forward, it's crucial that we all recognize the importance of this paradigm shift and work together to create a more secure, flexible, and user-empowered access ecosystem. It is truly your credential - how you want it.
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