August 2025
If you’re exploring ways to improve the security of your business, you’ve likely heard about access control systems. These systems are no longer just for large scale businesses, they’re widely used by small businesses, schools, and in healthcare.
But how do you know if you truly need one? Our guide will help you decide.
What is an Access Control System?
An access control system allows you to manage who can enter specific areas of your premises. Instead of traditional keys, these systems typically use keycards, fobs, PIN codes, or biometric data.
For many businesses, door access control systems are part of a wider network of commercial security solutions - all designed to keep staff, visitors, and property safe in a convenient way.
Related: How Does Door Access Control Work?
Signs You Might Need Access Control
- You are using keys that regularly get lost or discarded.
- You have no control over who can and cannot access your business premises.
- You are experiencing staff changes and want to ensure ex-employees no longer have access to the building.
- Your property deals with sensitive documents, valuables or has strict staff-only areas.
Benefits of Access Control for Businesses
- Improved overall security
- You can track who accessed which area and when.
- Combine your door access system with CCTV, intruder alarms, and fire systems.
- No need to change locks after staffing changes.
- Grant varying access rights by individual or department.
At Lynx Fire & Security, we regularly install commercial door access control systems as part of a complete commercial security solution. We work alongside businesses across Midlands to offer security solutions that can scale with them.
If you’d like to learn more about our door access control systems, please get in touch via our website, telephone or email!
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Common Customer Queries
1. How much does a security system installation cost?
The cost of having a security system designed and installed varies depending on your property requirements. We need to consider things such as whether your system should be wired or wireless, the placement of the detection devices etc. contact us to discuss a security alarm installation in more depth.
2. What are the common failures of any security system?
Some of the main failures of a security alarm system come from a lack of regular system maintenance, old batteries that stopped working, cable damage, loose cables and connections or faulty sensors.
3. What should I do if my access control system isn't working?
Our engineers are able to help with any home security issues that may incur, no matter the time of day, across the Midlands. You can contact our office throughout the working week and an emergency engineer will be available both evenings and weekends via our out-of-hours service.
4. Do you cover my area?
We operate throughout the Midlands, including but not limited to, Kettering, Northampton, Wellingborough and Peterborough. Take a look at our Areas Covered page to see if we can make it over to you!
Check out our FAQ's page for more.