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Access Control Credentials: What You Need To Know
True North Engineering•2025-09-05•4 min read
Comparing Modern Access Credentials
Security managers must balance high convenience against strict physical protection. Here is how modern access credential formats compare for Ontario commercial properties.
RFID & Smart Keycards
Durable, inexpensive, and familiar. Encrypted MIFARE standards prevent simple card cloning.
Smartphone NFC / Bluetooth Credentials
Employees never forget their phones. Reduces card replacement costs and allows multi-factor biometric authentication upon entry.
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