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some of the latest advances in authentication and credentialing are perfectly integrated and blended into security entrance portals , turnstiles , and gates .

Preventing the spread of diseases and contact tracing have become goals previously never discussed when considering entrance control solutions .

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Sure , it was always nice to say that we have clean security access products that will not spread germs or require frequent cleaning .

But the authors observe now that what had been “ a want ” is now “ a clear need ”.

Today ’ s security designers , consultants and technology engineers need a window to the future , a crystal ball of sorts .

Future-ready solutions are demanded by today ’ s and tomorrow ’ s smart building technology focus .

OpenPath s unique system of wifi / Bluetooth / cellular allows users to access security
lanes using their smartphones , even when phones are in use , pocket , and / or app not open
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