Why Access Control?

It’s no secret that access control enables you to control who has access to your building. Having an access control system in your facility helps protect your valuable assets and employees a lot more than the traditional lock and key we’ve accepted as passable security. Sure, locks and keys work just fine, but when your keys are lost or stolen, the situation becomes a security risk. Regardless of the size of your business, it’s important to protect your facility and assets from crime and theft.

Electronic access control helps provide an efficient and convenient way to protect your building and all assets within. With electronic access control, you don’t need to worry about changing locks or losing keys, but instead can gain peace of mind knowing that your business is protected. Access control works by allowing employees and visitors a token which allows them to get through controlled doors. If someone leaves the company, or you no longer want to provide them access to your facilities, you can easily withdraw their token, making your building inaccessible to them.

When your building is controlled via an electronic access control system, your doors will be locked immediately after they are closed, and can only be opened with an access card. Access control offers a secure, flexible, and incredibly convenient way to control who is in your building at any given time.

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HID Cards - Which One Is Right for You

Secure, simple access is vital to a variety of business processes. They help you control building access, manage secure data, track attendance, and aid payments. There are so many models out there though, like HID iClass cards, DuoProxII, and iClass Key 205x. Which one is right for your workers?

To select the right HID card for your workers, start by assessing department needs and work conditions. More demanding the environments and longer-term retention positions benefit from the more durable cards. Likewise, workers who are easier on their badges and positions that gravitate towards frequent replacement help you benefit from lower-cost badges.

The HID DuoProx II is an excellent example of a durability powerhouse. It is made from a composite of 40% polyester/PVC, helping it stand up to harsher conditions and demanding use. As such, it also boasts a relatively lengthy lifespan. It is available in magnetic strip and proximity varieties. 

The HID iClasses are the workhorse of our industry. Adhesive stickers make them highly customizable, and their affordability make them applicable for most business environments. They are also available in 2k bit configurations for secure data transfer, which leads us to one of our biggest badges.

In addition to measuring badge longevity, you also need to assess badge use. Towards the high end, DuoProxII keyfobs operate without contact to provide secure access controls and authentications. Available in 2k, 16k, and 32k bit versions, they also are capable of transferring encrypted data according to your company's needs.

Ordering Level II Vendor Access Badges - What You Need

MedStar Health Vendor Access Cards, especially the level III class badges, are essential to your business and vital to its success. There are a number of necessary documents needed to order these, but that doesn’t mean the process has to be time-consuming. Expedite your order by employing this time-saving technique.

Begin by being ready to order. To do this, collect the following documents about the vendor in PDF, DOC, or DOCX format:

• Access Program Packet
• Substance Abuse Testing Document
• Criminal Background Check Document
• TB Test Results Document
• FLU Shot Document
• Measles/Rubella Immunization Document
• Chicken Pox (Varicella) Immunization Document
• Aseptic Technique Education Document
• Education/Certification on Service or Equipment Being Provided

In addition to these documents, you will need the vendor's badge photo. This can be collected in advance, in most cases. You will also want to collect the vendor's first and last name, company name, and MedStar region. The region will be Maryland, DC, or "all". To prepare, make a document with these items as notes.

Now that you have all of the information at hand, put it at your fingertips by assigning it a file folder on your work computer. Move each document to this folder separately, and make sure they are named accordingly. Remember, these must be in PDF, DOC, or DOCX format, and moving files is an excellent time to double-check this.