Challenge

Control access for hundreds of users. Keys and cards used with previous systems presented many challenges as they were given to unauthorized people or simply lost.

Biometrics are too often considered a solution for granting access to high value/sensitive areas, rather than a means for granting access to people for a designated area. However, Bill Carmichael of Grand Oaks recognized the benefits of an identification system that residents couldn’t lose or share. Grand Oaks sought a product with better security than their existing system, was less expensive to operate, would perform in a harsh environment, and would be easier to manage from an administration standpoint for their community pool and fitness center. The solution was the Integrated Biometrics TRU650 solution, installed in November 2005.

Results

Since installation, Grand Oaks has benefitted from better security because the person enrolled cannot share their access with others. Further, the system has been less expensive because Grand Oaks does not have to administer keys or cards, as well as easier to administer as access can be granted or denied in real-time with a simple click of the mouse. Further, the product performs well in an outdoor environment. Grand Oaks also purchased and has benefitted from the maintenance agreement offered by Integrated Biometrics.

According to Carmichael, they chose Integrated Biometrics because of the price point and the reliability of the product.

"The system and the technical support provided by Integrated Biometrics has surpassed my expectations," Carmichael said. "The TRU-650 is a cost-effective solution to controlled access and it has protected my property from unauthorized use. In fact, it is such an impressive product that it has actually helped in the selling and leasing of homes. I also like that it has set us apart from our competition. I have used all kinds of access control systems, including biometrics, and nothing comes close to yours."

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