AYS System Blogs

We’ve gathered together some of the key benefits of using a CCTV system can have at your place of work and residency .   A  CCTV  (closed-circuit television) system allows the use of video cameras to monitor the interior and exterior of a property, transmitting the signal to a monitor or set of monitors.  More and more of us are switching to the benefits of  CCTV security systems . In the UK it is now estimated that there are more cameras per person than in any other country in the world.  Metropolitan Police Commissioner Bernard Hogan-Howe promoted the use of CCTV, saying that cameras should be installed by homeowners and businesses to help detectives solve crimes. The need for residential and business CCTV systems is higher than ever before. With the number of police officers patrolling our streets hitting a record low, total recorded offenses are up by 13.5%, as reported by The Independent in 2021. Aside from the obvious advantage of being able to monito...

As a gym owner, your number one priority must be providing excellent services and convenience to your members, and, in addition to offering ample space and state-of-the-art equipment, you are also responsible for their safety and security. You need to give attention to security threats such as theft and trespassing, and also provide an easy way for the members to enter the gym. Gyms face many  access control  challenges such as: 1. Managing a constant flow of people with different access rights coming in and out of the gym, 2. Restricting unauthorized access to non-members or members who have not paid to use certain parts of the gym, 3.Dealing with customers when the reception is unmanned or when there is a shortage of staff, and 4. Simply find a solution that is both reliable and durable to deal with the influx of visitors. Is there a solution to all these problems? Is there a way that you can focus on your customer service instead of having to constantly worry about who is e...

In case there was any doubt, we’re living in the golden age of technology development. In the past couple of decades, we’ve gone from relying on corded phones for the bulk of our communication to tiny computers in our pockets that are capable of dozens of simultaneous communication functions. If smartphones were one of the major tech developments of the 2000s, the next big step in the 2010s is the  development of smart homes . WHAT IS SMART HOME AUTOMATION? Smart home technology generally refers to any suite of devices, appliances, or systems that connect to a common network that can be independently and remotely controlled. When your home technology works together in one system, it can also be referred to more loosely as a “connected home”. For example, your home's thermostat, lights, audio speakers, TVs, security cameras, locks, appliances, and more are all connected to a common system, which can be controlled from your smartphone or through a mobile touch screen device. Smart ho...

Your front door is your first line of defense when it comes to security, whether it be at home or at your place of work. In the last few years, there have been major advancements and innovations surrounding door entry systems, no longer are you just limited to the traditional  doorbell or intercom system . But, with such variety now available it can be a struggle to understand which is the ‘best’ and in truth, there is no hard and fast answer. The best system for you depends on why and where you plan to install it. In this AYS System Blog, you’ll get to grips with the key components of a door entry system, how these make your building safer, and understand how to choose the right system for your site. AYS System has been maintaining, designing, and installing a range of different access control systems and has the experience and expertise to ensure you walk away with excellent service to surpass your expectations. What is a door entry system? A door entry system is primarily design...