Challenge and pain points for the school

With multiple teaching blocks, some staff had to manage as many as 6 to 10 mechanical keys. There were three key boxes and a manual process to issue and track key usage. In addition to teaching staff, the school had to manage site access for outside contractors, cleaners, and caterers.

Despite the best management, keys get lost, triggering a domino effect of administrative tasks, e.g., engaging a locksmith to replace the lock and all associated keys. The time and cost of running a site with traditional keys are high. It also compromises property security, as there is no way to monitor and control access after hours.

A more efficient and secure solution

The school installed the eCLIQ electronic keying system, which features battery-powered electronic keys. This requires no power to the locks themselves, with the electronic key activating the lock. The upfront installation cost is substantially less than that of hard-wired locks, making eCLIQ ideal for fast fitment onto existing locks. With the new system installed in under three days by a locksmith, the school now manages site and building access online, easily assigning key access for specific days and times according to worker and school security needs.

Complete access control

The eCLIQ system replaces the existing mechanical lock barrels with electronic lock barrels operated by a battery-powered key. Combining the traditional elements of lock and key with clever electronic access and monitoring technology gives the school total control over who can enter any specific building or room — at any given time.

Key eCLIQ Benefits:

• Reduced administrative burden
• Total access control
• Enhanced security
• Cost-effective
• Quick installation
• Smart electronic keys
• Efficient key management

Security, cost-saving, and convenience

For Forest View High School, the safety and security benefits of the eCLIQ system are obvious. Staff feel safe even when the school is quiet, knowing spaces have restricted access, and they can easily open and lock spaces behind them for peace of mind. The extra cost at the beginning outweighs all the lifetime costs of a conventional manual system.