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KeyLink by BuildingLink® has arrived!
With more than 35 KeyLink systems already installed and operating wonderfully
(yeah, we said "wonderfully" not just "flawlessly") and with an additional 20 systems
already ordered and awaiting installation, we can finally kick back long enough
to publicly announce that KeyLink is now a reality.
This newsletter issue is dedicated to introducing you to our totally new, technologically
sophisticated, secure, intuitive, fully internet-aware, and on top of it all, pretty
"cool" looking, key tracking system.
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We started by getting the basics right...
- Locking metal key drawers accessible only to authorized
employees.
- Two basic drawer sizes (224-key and 140-key) which can
be connected in any combination to meet requirements.
- Authentication options for Authorized Employees include
biometric login (fingerprint scan), keyfob with pin, or BuildingLink login.
- Keytags are unmarked and identified only by an electronic
chip on each tag.
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- Key removal requests trigger illumination of the drawer
LED and blinking of the keytag LED.
- Keys can be returned to any slot in any drawer.
- Complete logging of all system activity, including employee
access or failed access, key registrations, key removals and returns.
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...but then we totally leapfrogged the competition!
Our very first product release is already causing a redefinition of what Best of
Breed means, by incorporating features that prove that we really listen to what
you need, such as:
- Better Size Options - A better "small
drawer" option (20" deep, that fits on/under most normal counter tops) that supports
140 keys, versus only 96 keys in other systems.
- Better Software-Update Methods - “ClickOnce”
technology keeps your KeyLink software always up-to-date, by automatically detecting
and effortlessly installing all new program releases via the Internet. Your users
get immediate access to any new program functionality, and your IT staff permanently
eliminates the need for any software maintenance work. (We have been releasing new-functionality
updates every 2-3 weeks!).
- Better Documentation of Chain-of-Custody
– Employees removing keys from drawers can definitively document to whom a removed
key has been given (and who has been let into an apartment), via optional integrated
webcam photo capture, signature capture pad or driver's license scanner.
- Better Way to Open Drawers in Event of Computer
Crash - Emergency Override Keyfob talks directly to the drawers' firmware/(internal
microcomputer), so in the event of a computer crash the administrator can still
"pop open" a drawer from the front, without having to pull the drawers out of their
cabinets to access the manual keys in the back.
- Better Range of Peripherals Supported
- Support for a wide range of peripherals (i.e. fingerprint reader for employee
authentication, webcam and/or driver's license scanner for recording the identity
of any key recipient.)
- Better Accessibility to Important Keys in case
of a Building Emergency - One-touch immediate access is provided on the
main dashboard to all the keys you have identified as your own Emergency Keys.
- Better Customization Options – Many
configurable settings are user-controllable, such as adjusting the smart key-return
algorithm, setting the allowed key-out intervals and even setting the pitch and
delay of the “drawer open” buzzer.
- Better and Stronger Keytag and Rivet Assembly
– Ergonomically-optimized keytags with pull-tab and light diffusion dome for easy
gripping and locating. Custom-machined and stepped rivet sleeves for easy and durable
riveting of new keys to Keytags.
- Better Support for Multiple-system Installs
– Internet-enabled System-communication protocol tracks identities and locations
of keys across all systems.
- Better Data Integration Options – Total
and seamless BuildingLink or KeyLink WebAccess integration synchronizes everything
happening on your system with your online searchable database (including resident
names and apartments, employee permissions, locations of all keys, photos of key
recipients, alerts, detailed activity for each drawer, employee and key). No
more double entry, no more need to “visit” the system in person to find out what’s
going on.
- Better “Touch” User Interface - Touchscreen-friendly
intuitive design makes the system easy to teach, learn and use.
- Better Engineering – Memory Buffer
records off-line events. Use of industry-standard USB connectivity and modular design
allow easy component replacement or upgrade.
- Better Styling - Sleek rows of euro-designed
electronic keytags keep messy clusters of keys tucked neatly out of sight. Flashing
neon-blue LED keytag-location indicators, and beep patterns create for users and
residents a sophisticated and modern aesthetic.
- Better Data Backup and Remote Monitoring
– Real-time backup to password-protected local USB key, and online Internet backup
of all key removals, returns, and registrations protect you effortlessly against
data loss. Remote hourly heartbeat monitoring of each system by KeyLink support
staff identifies system problems as they occur.
- Better Remote Configuration Tools -
KeyLink WebAccess lets managers assign employee permissions, configure notifications,
and search key activity logs remotely via any web browser.
- Better Handling of Temporary Keys –
Keys being left for only a short time can be tracked and quickly found via the “Temporary
Keys” button and functionality.
- Better Email Notification Options -
A range of resident and staff email notification options (i.e. upon key removal
and return, end-of-day report of keys out, etc.) keep you informed of important
events.
- Better Tracking of Overdue Keys – Default
“Due Back By” intervals can be specified for each removal reason (i.e. dog-walker,
contractor), and dashboard alerts on overdue keys let you maintain tight control
over circulating keys.
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