Is Your Business Door Security Good Enough? 7 Security Gaps to Check
Are you sure every door at your Chicago business is properly secured?
Your main entrance may be protected while a side door, employee entrance, loading dock, or rear door creates a security gap.
Quick answer: Commercial door security should combine access control, door-entry technology, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and regular system checks based on the needs of your property.
7 Business Door Security Gaps to Check
- Employees still use physical keys.
- Former employees may still have access.
- Side and rear doors are not controlled.
- Loading docks have limited security.
- Restricted rooms have weak access control.
- Cameras do not cover important entrances.
- After-hours doors are not properly monitored.
Do You Need Better Access Control?
Access control lets you decide who can enter specific doors and areas. Businesses can use key cards, mobile credentials, PINs, electronic locks, or other access technologies.
Explore Sentry’s access and door entry systems.
Are Your Doors Covered by Security Cameras?
Security cameras can provide visibility around entrances, parking areas, loading docks, and other important access points.
See commercial video surveillance.
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What About After-Hours Entry?
When employees leave, doors and access points still need protection. Intrusion detection and security monitoring can add another layer of protection.
Can Door Security Work With Other Systems?
Yes. Access control, cameras, intrusion detection, and monitoring can be integrated where compatible.
Learn more about integrated security systems.
Quick Chicago Business Door Security Checklist
- Check every exterior door.
- Review employee access.
- Secure loading docks.
- Review restricted areas.
- Check camera coverage.
- Test intrusion detection.
- Review after-hours access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to secure a commercial door?
The right solution depends on the door and its use. Access control, electronic locks, cameras, and intrusion detection can be combined where appropriate.
Can I control employee access to specific doors?
Yes. Access control can assign different permissions based on an employee’s role and requirements.
Can security cameras monitor business entrances?
Yes. Properly positioned commercial cameras can provide visibility around entrances and other important areas.
Worried About a Security Gap at Your Chicago Business?
Sentry Security can evaluate your doors, access control, cameras, alarms, and other security needs.
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Related Sentry Security Services
Explore remote access management, visitor management, biometric security, and maintenance and inspection services.
For complete security planning, see system design and engineering.
Final Takeaway
Your main entrance is only one part of your property’s security. Side doors, employee entrances, loading docks, and restricted areas should also be reviewed.
The right combination of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and monitoring can help strengthen commercial door security.
Ready to Secure Your Business Entrances?
Request a Security Quote or call 847.353.7200.