For too long, the security checkpoint at an estate gate has been a source of frustration. Long queues, misplaced visitor details, angry residents, and compromised security protocols all lead to chaos. This inefficiency doesn’t just annoy residents; it represents a significant vulnerability. Limestone directly addresses this with an intelligent, integrated approach that turns the security checkpoint into a model of control and efficiency.
Limestone achieves this revolution by seamlessly integrating the resident-focused StoneCircle app with the administrative power of the Stone Community platform, all underpinned by robust Stone Security solutions.
1. Eliminating Queues with Pre-Authorized Access
The biggest cause of friction at the gate is manual registration. StoneCircle’s visitor management feature eliminates this entirely:
- Resident Empowerment: Residents, like Mr. Jerome, can send unique, temporary access codes to their visitors directly from their homes, “right from my residence without walking down to the gate.”
- Instant Verification: When the visitor arrives, the guard simply scans or verifies the code using the Stone Security system. This method is quick, secure, and removes the need for lengthy logging procedures.
- Proof of Concept: As one Facility Manager stated, the process is so “easy and seamless” that even non-technical security staff are able to manage resident onboarding and visitor access efficiently.
2. Gaining True Control Over Inflow
Limestone transforms access management from a necessary evil into a critical layer of security control:
- Real-Time Data: Every entry, every code used, and every visitor is tracked digitally through the Stone Community platform. This provides Facility Managers with an invaluable audit trail and real-time data on who is accessing the estate.
- Revocation and Expiry: Access codes can be set to expire automatically or can be revoked instantly by the resident, preventing unauthorized re-entry and safeguarding the community’s boundaries.
- Visitor Insights: For the Estate Manager, this data contributes to the streamlined management of the entire community, offering insights into peak traffic times and common entry points, which helps optimize security staffing.
By replacing handwritten logbooks with digital, authenticated, and pre-authorized access via StoneCircle, Limestone brings ultimate control and peace of mind back to the gate.
