Tap2Open Markets and Uses
Tap2Open can be used to open virtually any electronic gate or lock. Here are some of best uses of our technology:
- Tap2Open was originally developed to provide simple access to gated communities without the need to interact with a guard or call the resident. Its still the best choice available on the market today.
- Residents can invite guests with a simple email or text message. The user clicks on a link when they’re at the gate! No app to install!
- Residents can determine how long a guest has access and can revoke privileges at any time.
- Residents can buzz in guests with their smartphone from anywhere in the world
- Move in/move out times can be set far in advance; set the user’s account to expire concurrently with their lease, so that you can’t forget to revoke their access.
- Resident parking can be controlled by an easy-to-use web based app
- Residents can easily grant parking access to guests.
- Works with existing gate access technologies
- Tap2Open also offers additional access methods, including FOB's/keycards, keypads and RFID vehicle scanners
- Tap2Open can also work with guards (See SmartGuard)
Apartment Buildings
Wired intercoms are expensive to install and repair. Remotes and RFID tags need to be administered and are expensive to replace. With Tap2Open, residents and invited guests can let themselves into gated parking areas and apartment buildings using their phone! Why install intercoms or callboxes when residents and guests are carrying around smartphones? Save money and let residents use their phone as a remote!
- Residents use their phones as remotes. There is no need to provide expensive FOB’s, remotes or RFID tags
- No need to install a callbox or video intercom; they are costly to install and prone to vandalism
- Residents can also use their phones for entry into amenities
- No time is wasted chasing residents for remotes or FOB’s when they move out
- Works with existing gate/access technologies
- No need to set up and manage FOB’s, remotes, etc.
- All administration is done through a web-app
- Control both gates and doors through the management app; provide access to gated parking, buildings and amenities easily in one system
- Use reports to monitor resident and guest access; see when entrances and amenities are being used
- Set schedules for entrances (like closing the fitness center overnight)
- Residents manage their own households reducing the demands on staff
- Cloud based system means no system maintenance by staff (all data is automatically backed up)
- Set move out times in advance (ensure former residents lose access when they move out)
- Residents use their phones for entry (which they already carry)
- Residents don’t need to use a callbox or keypad when they aren’t in their own vehicle
- Residents can “buzz in” guests with their phone
- Guests can use their smartphone for entry
- Residents can control when guests may enter
- Residents can edit or delete invitations
- Residents do not need to be home to let in guests
Parking Lots
- Ideal for parking areas with limited access. Control who has access and when
- Control access without an attendant
- Ideal for guest parking areas (For example, a law firm that wants to provide free parking to clients)
- Can work with multiple gates; this allows different levels of access
Marinas
Tap2Open can be used by marinas to control access to parking, amenities, and individual piers. This is ideal for owners, guests, and transient boats. Consider this:
- No keycards are required (some marinas require a $50 deposit on each one!)
- Guests (visiting slip owners or transient guests) do NOT have to register and install an app
- Easy short term access – Expirations can be at the time of checkout, or extended until later in the day to allow guests to use recreational facilities
- No reprogramming keycards if plans change; all invitations are hosted in the cloud
- Boat owners can give parking access to friends
- Boat owners can give access to docks without having to escort guests to the boat
- Give easy after-hours access when the check-in desk is closed
- Can be used to control access to amentities like gyms or pools
- Boat owners can buzz in friends with their smart phones
Self Storage Facilities
Tap2Open can be used by self storage facilities to control access to the property and individual buildings. Here are some of the advantages for property owners and tenants:
- No keycards are required (but can be used optionally)
- Tenants can access the property and buildings with their smart phone
- Tenants can give access to others if necessary on a short term basis
- Tenants don't have to enter PIN codes
- Access can be revoked at any time for non-payment
- All entries are logged
- Optional PIN's can be used for people without smartphones (with optional keypads)
RV/Mobile Home Parks
Tap2Open can be used by RV Parks to control access to parking and amenities. This is ideal for owners, guests, and transient RV’s. Consider this:
- No keycards are required (some parks require a $50 deposit on each one!)
- Easy short term access – Expirations can be at the time of checkout, or extended until later in the day to allow guests to use recreational facilities
- No reprogramming keycards if plans change; all invitations are hosted in the cloud
- FOB's/Keycards can also be given to RV owners for access to amenities
- Owners can give parking access to friends
- Give easy after-hours access when the check-in desk is closed
Co-Working Spaces
Tap2Open is ideal for co-working spaces, where a large number of guests is common. Consider these benefits:
- No need for someone at the door/reception
- Tenants can "buzz in" guests with their smart phones
- The door can be opened by the guest, so that meetings aren’t interrupted
- Guests don’t have to be registered with reception; they can open the door themselves
- Increased security after hours – No one has to prop the door open when guests arrive after hours
- FOB's/Keycards can also be given to tenants for access
Professional Practices with After Hours Clients
Tap2Open is ideal for professional practices, where a large numbers of clients are common. Consider these benefits:
- No need for someone at the door/reception
- Tenants can "buzz in" guests with their smart phones
- The door can be opened by the client, so that meetings aren’t interrupted
- Clients don’t have to be registered with reception beforehand; they can open the door themselves
- Increased security after hours – No one has to prop the door open when guests arrive after hours
- FOB's/Keycards can also be given to tenants for access, too
Secured Doors
Tap2Open is ideal for places like warehouses or cell towers, where many different vendors may need access at different times, but you don’t want to give out a universal code. Since access can be granted for one time, or for a time period, this provides the needed flexibility and control. Since each entry is logged, reports can show who access the facility during any given time period. Plus, since the system is cloud based, access can be revoked at any time.
Short Term Rentals/ Vacation Rentals
Tap2Open offers a great set of features for short term vacation rentals…Use Tap2Open invitations for guests to gain vehicle access to the property. This eliminates calls from customers arriving after hours asking how to get in. The invitation can be sent well in advance of a guest’s stay. In addition, if plans change, an invitation can be changed in seconds.
With our FOB’s & keycards, unit owners can leave keycards in their units for guests. The cards can be used to control access to amenities like the clubhouse, pool and fitness center. Guests can simply return them to the unit at the end of their stay. If a card is lost, a new one can by easily programmed and the lost card can be expired.
In addition, access to certain areas can be automatically limited by time. For example the pool can remain closed overnight, even if the guest has a key card.