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The strategic evolution of


mobile access control


in UK security


hat are the implications of the move from plastic keycards to phone-based access control systems? Is this just a technological upgrade or a more significant change in how organisations approach security?


The UK security landscape is experiencing a fundamental transformation as organisations increasingly abandon traditional plastic keycards in favour of smartphone-based access control systems.


This shift is particularly evident in the commercial real estate sector, where mobile access control solutions offer greater intelligence, flexibility, and convenience, whilst delivering enhanced security. Rather than simply being a technological upgrade, this represents a strategic evolution in how UK businesses approach security infrastructure.


The security risks with plastic access cards


Traditional plastic access cards present significant security risks that mobile


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