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Avigilon Access Control Manager (ACM) vs. Sentry Solo

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    Avigilon Access Control Manager (ACM)

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AAvigilon Access Control Manager (ACM), from Motorola Solutions company Avigilon, is a physical access control system for enterprise-class installations, designed to protect people, property and assets. With advanced alarm and identity management, ACM™ provides control of access to facilities. It is a browser-based solution, and its unification with Avigilon Control Center (ACC) video management software offers an end-to-end security solution to monitor and secure sites.N/A

    Sentry Solo

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    Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
    Sentry Solo is an access management solution that shifts control to a mobile platform, thereby eliminating the need for traditional hardware such as keypads, kiosks, and fobs. Its VirtualKey and VirtualKeypad features provide a streamlined solution that cuts down expenses and management overhead. This includes addressing common issues like misplaced or lost fobs, breakdowns, and maintenance costs. VirtualKey: With the VirtualKey feature, users can open any access point directly…N/A
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    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Testimonials
    Avigilon Access Control Manager (ACM)Sentry Solo
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    Motorola Solutions
    There are simpler systems out there for card access. The simpler systems are not as granular. There a lot of card access pieces to ACM. ACM also requires a server so if you want a cloud based solution, this is not an option. It's best if you have staff or a local company to support the hardware and software.
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    Pros
    Motorola Solutions
    • Integrate with burg systems
    • Granular for time access
    • Flexible with many types of badges
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    Cons
    Motorola Solutions
    • How you set up integration with burg systems
    • SSO
    • Making door double taps easier to set up
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    Motorola Solutions
    Some systems out there are not too granular. They also lacked integration with Google, which we need. With that being said ACM can sometimes make setup too complicated. Double-tap cards for instance take many steps to set up. In other systems it's a one-click setup. ACM is also compatible with Mercury boards. This is a big reason to choose ACM because the boards are not proprietary.
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    Return on Investment
    Motorola Solutions
    • card access can help to limit physical keys
    • Less staff to unlock doors for events, because now they are scheduled by one person
    • Licensing and installation costs are pricey
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    Sentry Solo Screenshots

    Screenshot of Sentry Solo — VirtualKey and VirtualKeypad eliminate hardware and make access mobile. This software can be added to any door, gate, or amenity entrance.Screenshot of VirtualKey — Users can directly open any access point from their mobile device within the Gate Sentry app using the VirtualKey, eliminating the need for clicks, keys, and fobs.Screenshot of Adding Visitors — Sentry Solo also extends to visitor access. Users add their visitors' names and phone numbers within the app, categorizing them as permanent or temporary. The system automatically sends a text to the visitor, containing a unique 5-digit access code specific to that visitor. Permanent visitors always have access, while temporary visitors' codes expire as set by the user.Screenshot of VirtualKeypad — Upon scanning the QR code with their mobile device, visitors are presented with the VirtualKeypad, eliminating the need for any app downloads, and transitioning the process to a mobile format. Visitors simply enter their unique 5-digit code into the VirtualKeypad, which then grants them access.