Keys don't tell you who entered the server room at 2am. They can't be revoked when someone leaves. They can't enforce that only certain people can access certain doors on certain schedules. Modern access control does all of these — and integrates with the identity stack you're already managing.
Physical access to server rooms, networking closets, and sensitive areas is increasingly a question on SOC 2 audits, HIPAA risk assessments, and cyber insurance questionnaires. "We use a key" is no longer an acceptable answer. Access must be logged, controlled by role, and revocable on termination. That requires an access control system, not a locksmith.
From a single server room door to an enterprise multi-site deployment — designed to satisfy your compliance requirements and integrate with the identity infrastructure you already run.
Door-by-door access plan — which doors require controlled access, what credential type and hardware is appropriate for each, how access groups map to your org structure, and which schedule restrictions apply. Designed around your compliance requirements and the physical layout of the space.
Card readers, keypads, mobile credential readers, electric strikes, magnetic locks, door position sensors, and request-to-exit devices — installed, wired, and tested. Door hardware coordinated with your facilities or general contractor where new frames or closers are needed. Every door tested before handoff.
Cloud-based access control platforms that your IT team can manage without on-site controllers: Brivo, Verkada, Genea, and Openpath. Role-based access groups, schedule configuration, and remote door management from a browser. Access audit logs available on demand for compliance reviews.
Integration with your existing identity directory — Azure AD / Entra, Okta, or Google Workspace. When a user is offboarded in your identity provider, their physical access is revoked automatically. No separate deprovisioning workflow, no manual step that gets missed at 5pm on a Friday.
Full access event log — who presented which credential to which door, at what time, and whether access was granted or denied. Export-ready for compliance reviews, security incidents, and auditor requests. Retention configured to meet your compliance framework's requirement.
Centralized access control across multiple locations — manage all sites from a single platform, with consistent access groups and policies. Grant or revoke a person's access across every site in a single action. No site-by-site coordination when an employee changes role or departs.
Layer8's advisory practice covers identity and access management at the digital layer — Azure AD, Okta, SSO, and privileged access. Our physical infrastructure practice covers it at the physical layer — door readers, audit logs, and hardware. When you need both, you get a coordinated design rather than two vendors who have never spoken to each other.
A site assessment covers which doors need controlled access, what your compliance requirements specify, and what a proper installation and platform configuration looks like for your environment.