Axis starts its activity in access control with the open IP-based A1001 system

Axis Communications has started its activity in the European physical access control market with the A1001 system, a networked door controller that integrates web-based software and a companion door reader, that offers new integration possibilities to its partners and end customers within its IP security range.

As announced by the Spanish subsidiary of Axis Communications during its recent annual event with its business partners, held in Madrid in the middle of last October (see the news on Digital Security Magazine), its entry into the European physical access control market has as its protagonist the A1001 system, a networked door controller that integrates web-based software and a companion door reader, that is added and integrated into the manufacturer's network security proposal.

This is what he points out., Bodil Sonesson, Vice President of Worldwide Sales, Axis Communications: "is a natural complement, as many partners have experience in access control and wanted to collaborate with us. The U.S. launch was well received and we have received very positive reviews from both our partners and end users., so we expect similar success in European markets".

Axis A1001 is the first access controller so far in the non-proprietary and open IP-based market that offers two different solutions. One with integrated software and called Axis Entry Manager, especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (Offices, factories and shops), that typically have up to ten doors and require basic, out-of-the-box access control.

The second solution is aimed at large companies, as axis A1001's open application programming interface enables application development partners (Adp) of the company to meet specific customer requirements. Currently, twenty-five partners offer solutions that include functionalities for video integration and advanced access control.

An example of this is the joint work between Axis and Nedap to develop open systems using standards that are already available in the market, as Arjan Bouter points out, Sales Director, Nedap Security Management: "physical security systems begin to act similarly to IT systems, where non-proprietary hardware and open standards have been a logical concept for years. The new Axis A1001 network door controller fits perfectly with this trend. You now have full access to Aeos powerful security management software, and these developments are possible thanks to the fact that both companies build their solutions under the same philosophy".

The same, Miet Loix, CEO of Entelec Control Systems, also partner ADP of the Swedish manufacturer, highlights "Axis' open approach to the current market is precisely what our company supports. Axis network video equipment is used by many Entelec customers, so we can always count on the stable communication protocols of Axis and its professional technical support team. It is truly a global player in the video surveillance industry".

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