For most businesses, a combination of systems works in tandem with door alarms to alert to a break-in or unauthorized access to a restricted area. These systems aim to prevent and deter burglars and to alert you immediately when someone breaks into your business. Here’s an overview of how different door alarms work to protect your inventory, staff, and intellectual property.
Types of Door Alarms Used for Business Security
A variety of security systems work together as door alarms to protect businesses.
Access or Entry Systems
According to government reports, a break-in occurs in the U.S. every 26 seconds. Of those break-ins, a full 34% affect small businesses. However, the FBI reports that more than 80% of burglars check for the presence of an alarm system before attempting to break into a property.
To that end, theft deterrence begins with preventing people who have no reason to be there from accessing your business. This is done most frequently with an access control system. Access control systems are electronic devices that ensure that only people with an access card or a numerical key code can enter your business.
Access or entry systems also maintain a detailed log of when people enter and exit the business or secure areas within your business. Access systems can be customized to prevent anyone from accessing the business during certain hours. Inside your business, access systems can also restrict employees from accessing certain rooms or areas of the business without gaining entry credentials.
The most common access control systems rely on a card scanner or a keypad. Keypad access systems should be frequently updated with new access codes.
Intrusion/Burglary Alarms for Businesses
There are countless intrusion/burglary door alarms on the market, but they may serve different functions. Nearly all of them are audio-based, sounding a loud alarm when a breach occurs.
For comprehensive business protection, business owners are wise to ensure that in addition to access control, window and door sensors are installed, along with glass break detection, if you have easily accessible windows or glass doors.
Security Camera Systems and Oregon Business Security
Security camera systems are also essential business protection devices. After all, according to the Pew Research Center, law enforcement solves less than 15% of reported burglaries.
Fortunately, security cameras can help to identify burglars, and criminals know that. Also known as surveillance cameras, there are a variety of types of security cameras, including:
- Motion detection cameras
- Doorbell cameras
- Wireless cameras
- Wired camera systems
- IP security cameras
- CCTV cameras
- Floodlight cameras
- Indoor cameras
- Nanny cameras
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