Development of a Unified Building Access Control and Management Platform

The client manages access control and security for over 20,000 buildings globally, utilizing legacy systems and fragmented hardware APIs, leading to inefficiencies, slow response times, and limited scalability. They require an integrated, responsive platform capable of handling millions of database records, supporting thousands of users, and providing remote, mobile, and real-time management features to enhance security, operational efficiency, and user experience.

A mid to large-sized real estate development or facility management company seeking to modernize and integrate access control, security, and building management systems across multiple properties.

• Develop a scalable, responsive web-based access control platform capable of managing multi-building portfolios.
• Implement a single-page application architecture to optimize performance and minimize server load.
• Enable real-time event monitoring, video management, and site plan visualization in 2D and 3D formats.
• Facilitate role-based access permissions for diverse user groups, including administrators, operators, and end-users.
• Integrate hardware APIs, existing security devices, and enable remote/mobile system access.
• Ensure high system performance, security, and maintainability through contemporary development practices.

• Automated profiles creation and management for access hardware devices.
• Real-time access status and alert reporting system.
• Video management module supporting live streaming, archived playback, and video snippets with advanced playback features.
• Site plan uploader supporting 2D and 3D visualizations with device labeling and status monitoring.
• User management with role and permission assignment, including time and location-based access controls.
• Work schedule and access rule configuration with trigger-based automation.
• Device discovery, configuration, and fine-tuning for hardware integration.
• Dashboards with customizable widgets for quick access and data visualization.
• Remote and mobile access capabilities for authorized users.

• APIs for hardware device communication, including access control devices, sensors, and security hardware
• Video management systems for live and archived footage
• Site plan and CAD integration tools
• Notification and alert systems for real-time operational updates

• Ability to handle data for over 20,000 buildings annually and millions of database records
• Support for thousands of concurrent users with role-based permission controls
• Optimized server requests, minimizing data fetches for localization files, images, and updates
• High security standards for data encryption, access controls, and audit logging
• Responsive UI with mobile friendliness and remote accessibility
• System availability and reliability aligned with enterprise-grade requirements

The new access control system aims to improve operational efficiency by automating device and user management, enhance security through real-time monitoring and video integration, and deliver a seamless user experience across multiple buildings and locations. Anticipated outcomes include reduced server load, improved response times, scalable architecture supporting future growth, and increased customer satisfaction through mobile and remote system access capabilities.