The process of configuring an access control system can be a long, arduous operation if installers aren’t utilizing the optimal tools or methods available to them. ProdataKey (PDK) recognizes this fact, and is committed to creating the ideal tool to help simplify configuration for all of our dealer partners. This commitment has culminated in the ProdataKey app: a powerful technology that offers on-site convenience and time-saving operations, all wrapped up in an easy-to-use interface.
Looking at the landscape of the security industry today, ProdataKey’s Inside General Sales Manager, Sean Blaisdell, says, “more and more people are interacting with their phones than they are with a web browser. Technology has shifted so much towards that mobile experience, that it makes sense for the industry to be going that way as well.” By putting careful thought and attention into the development of the ProdataKey app, PDK is meeting a clearly expressed demand for mobile-first solutions–satisfying the needs of end-users and installers alike.
On-Site Convenience: Keeping the Key to Configuration in Your Pocket
Configuring access control software without an intuitive mobile solution involves relying on other technologies that don’t guarantee convenience when on the job site. “Often in this industry,” Sean explains, “you’ll see that technicians have to bring a full blown laptop with them, they have to connect to a server, they have to have all sorts of crazy stuff.” A reliance on larger pieces of technology like a computer makes it difficult for installers to maneuver through the job site and configure as they go.
However, by using the ProdataKey app, you can leave the laptop at home!
“As long as you have your phone on you, that’s all you’re going to need,”
Sean Blaisdell - General Sales Manager at PDK
With this powerful application, any configuration tasks that would have previously been completed on a laptop can instead be done through your mobile device. PDK’s Mobile Team Lead, Bradley Taylor, explains the power of using the app on-site: “...you’re able to take your phone and walk around the facility, actively testing out doors, seeing the live state, and making sure things are working exactly the way you expect.” Rather than going back and forth while setting things up on a computer, the ProdataKey app lets you bring the brains of the operation with you. This guarantees greater convenience and flexibility while on-site, simplifying the overall process of configuration for any installer.
Time is Money: Eliminating Lengthy, Repetitive Tasks
Replacing a computer-based approach to configuration with a mobile-first approach not only guarantees increased convenience, but it can also save dealers a considerable amount of time. “Time is money, and being able to quickly install a system is super valuable,” Bradley asserts.
“You don’t have to tote around a laptop, or get off a ladder to go type things in on a computer and check if the system is working. Instead, you can pull your phone out of your pocket and use it to set everything up, right then and there.” The ProdataKey app allows you to replace a lot of time consuming tasks, typically reliant on unideal back-and-forth methods, with a faster, more intuitive approach to access control configuration. Reducing the amount of time taken to configure a system can not only increase end-user satisfaction with the installers, but it can also considerably free up technicians’ schedules, creating space to pursue more installation opportunities.
PDK’s Commitment to Mobile-First Solutions: Creating an App Made For You
The final, and perhaps most important, reason why the ProdataKey app simplifies configuration is the fact that the app is remarkably easy to use. With a visually appealing and comprehensive interface, the application has been designed to guarantee an intuitive and simplified user experience, while still offering expansive functionality.
Far too often, mobile applications feel like they are missing certain functions that are present in a web-based interface. “I’m sure you’ve had the experience before where you log into an app, and it can do some or even most of what a web browser can do, but it has its restrictions, and oftentimes it even functions differently,” Sean details.
“But with ProdataKey, it doesn’t matter if you’re on your phone or a web browser–the offering is exactly the same.”
Sean Blaisdell
When using the mobile app rather, ProdataKey ensures that there are no features or considerations left behind. This is an embodiment of the company’s enduring commitment to mobile-first solutions–for PDK, the app is not supplemental to the web platform; rather, it is its own powerful and all-encompassing access control tool.
Furthermore, the app is designed with a plethora of end-user and installer feedback in mind: “our product team is out talking to people who are in the field installing systems, figuring out what things are working well, and what things might need to be improved,” says Bradley. PDK’s developers don’t just want to make the app functional, they want to tailor it to user needs, even down to the smallest details.
Achieving a Simplified Access Control Installation with the ProdataKey App
A mobile-first focus and passionate partner fanaticism: this is what makes ProdataKey’s access control solutions the perfect offerings for any dealer. By prioritizing a mobile solution, PDK empowers installers to work more efficiently–offering unparalleled convenience, time savings, and a seamless user experience. With its intuitive design and optimized functionality, the app allows installers to focus on delivering exceptional results for their clients.
To achieve the best possible visitor management experience, schedule a demo with ProdataKey today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ProdataKey app?
The ProdataKey app is a mobile and web-based platform designed to manage and control access to secured spaces easily and efficiently. It allows administrators to configure access settings, monitor activity, and manage users remotely from their smartphone or desktop.
What is access control configuration?
Access control configuration is the process of setting up a system that manages and restricts access to secure spaces. This involves defining permissions, testing hardware like doors and readers, and ensuring the system operates as intended.
How does the ProdataKey app simplify access configuration?
The ProdataKey app simplifies access configuration by replacing the inefficient computer-based approach with a mobile-first solution. This allows for increased convenience on-site, significant time saving, and an easy user experience.
