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Owning a company can be a stressful. Finances, productivity, profits, and employee welfare are a few elements that come with owning a company. Protecting your business and its products is vital. This is why you need to have a security system that you can rely on. At Loc-Doc, Inc., we offer commercial alarm systems that are tested and built to offer optimum protection against break-ins and theft. In today’s world, crime is ever increasing. It doesn’t matter what type of neighborhood your company resides in – theft and break-ins can happen at any time to anyone. Commercial alarm systems are a great way to monitor suspicious activity and safeguard against possible break-ins. Most criminals are looking for an easy way in and out. Our commercial alarm systems will deter this type of action through five main components: Door & Window Contacts – alerts the system when doors and windows are touched Sensory Motion Detector – senses motions of intruders Siren or Alarm – instantaneous response when the system is alerted Control Panel – preferences in activating your system Keypad – a code for arming and disarming your system With this system built into place, you can better secure your business and the products within. You can also shield your company from going out of business. With over 50 years of experience in the security industry, we are here for you. Contact us today to find out more! #CommercialAlarmSystems

Clouds in my coffee, clouds in my coffee…No, this is isn’t a tribute to the greatest dis track of 1972 (I’m looking at you Warren Beatty 👀), but I bet you’ll think this post is for you! Do you know what the big deal is about Clouds? I didn’t completely understand it’s benefits until recently and thought you might be interested as well. Cloud Based Access Control Systems can help you manage your security and reduce costs. But first, a quick refresher of what exactly “Access Control” or “Key Card Systems” mean and what it can do for you. Access Control is managing entry or access to locations and openings for individuals who are authorized to be there. Basically, it will allow people you approve the ability to enter certain areas of the building and keep them out of areas where they don’t need to be. Sometimes you don’t want just anyone to have access to spaces like server rooms, specific floors, conference rooms, or manager’s offices. Even certain amenities like gyms and pools can benefit from access control. But how does the Cloud benefit Access Control? Well, I’m glad you asked. Here’s 3 Benefits of  Cloud Based Access Control! Save Time & Money! Everyone’s heard the saying Time = Money. Here’s how to save both! A Cloud Based system uses a web browser (like Safari, Chrome, or FireFox) or your Mobile Phone , so you won’t need a special PC, server, or software that will need constant upgrades to manage your business security. That means less maintenance, no software licenses, no software updates or patches, and no compatibility issues! Unlike keys, you can quickly issue or revoke credentials in a flash! You can also easily share employee records to give access to multiple sites so there’s no wasting time entering duplicate employees and credentials. Setting up an Integration is simple, can help you manage your team,  and add, delete, or suspend automatically instead of having to manually enter data. Need to add new doors? What about a new facility? How about several hundred new users? No need to worry. There are no limitations on the system and it’s so easy to update! Empower Your Team! Have Multiple Locations? Have Employees that work at several Locations? With a few simple clicks, Cloud Based Security can help your team move seamlessly from one location to another with the right credentials! No more waiting hours to gain access to the right building and wasting time. Your Team can get to work quickly without the hassle of waiting to get in the building. You can easily issue mobile credentials to your team, vendors, other short term users, or Tom from Accounting that always forgets his access badge 😐. Everyone has a Tom at the office. This one’s for Tom. You’re In Control! One of the best feelings is Peace of Mind and with a Cloud based Access System you will have that. There’s no waking in the middle of the night in a panic. No need to worry about who has accessed certain areas because you control the facilities. Whether it’s from your mobile phone at the beach, 30,000 feet in the air on a flight, or on your laptop at a coffee shop, all you need is internet access to see what is going on! Need to know who’s been where? We’ve got that covered. Easily see the audit trail for any room and time. Or, set up automatic reports with a few clicks! Always know what’s going on in the facility with custom text or email notifications. These can be set up to alert you immediately when an important access event happens! So that’s all Folks. Cloud Based Access can Improve your Security! #accesscontrolsystems #commercialsecurity #CommercialAccessControl #Commercialvideosurveillance #CommercialLocksmith #OfficeLocksmith #officesecurity #accesscontrol

There are several professionals you use personally and in your business who you entrust with sensitive and confidential information. These are the people you must be certain won’t take advantage of any vulnerabilities they might become aware of while you are doing business with them. This is very much the case when you hire a locksmith. This is not the time to go with the lowest price or someone you know nothing about. You need a reliable locksmith who will be there when you need them. It is always a good idea to build a relationship with a reliable locksmith so that they know you and what your expectations are. For example, if you run a business, you want to communicate to them who is authorized to gain access to your property. You need to be confident they won’t let anyone else enter, even if the person calls them saying they are doing so at your direction. A reliable locksmith is dedicated to hiring only trustworthy individuals who are honorable and dependable. They go above and beyond to maintain the security for which you have hired them to stay on top of. They have your best interests in mind when recommending quality security products. One way to know you have a reliable locksmith is to see how long they have been serving the community. Here at Loc-Doc, Inc., we have over 35 years of combined experience and only hire qualified technicians to meet your security needs. We offer both residential and commercial security services and products, and we always exercise complete discretion. Contact us today to learn more about how we will always use integrity to earn and keep your trust. #ReliableLocksmith

There are many industries that can benefit from commercial video surveillance, but the one that comes to mind most often is retail applications. That makes sense when you consider that there is a great deal of activity surrounding a retail store. As a business owner, you can’t keep your eyes on everything that goes on, especially if you have a larger store or have extended business hours. While you might think to utilize commercial video surveillance to reduce shoplifting, there are other benefits you can experience that warrant the cost of such a system. There are several things that can happen on the sales floor regarding your customers that you would want to know about. Besides having proof of a theft situation, you will also be able to know the validity of a customer’s claim regarding interaction with your sales staff or if harm has come to them. Commercial video surveillance is helpful with what would have been a one person’s word against another situation. Speaking of monitoring, you will also be able to monitor the productivity of your employees and be assured they are following safety protocols and other company policies. If a problem occurs between two employees, you will be able to determine what actually happened. Commercial video surveillance also deters employee theft which, can often surpass what is stolen by customers. There are plenty of other ways you can use a commercial video surveillance system, such as monitoring how people move around your store, so your marketing team can be more effective. Between increased sales and decreased losses, your new system could pay for itself in no time! If you would like a quote for a commercial video surveillance system at your store, give us a call at Loc-Doc, Inc. We look forward to hearing from you! #Commercialvideosurveillance

At LocDoc, we are constantly improving to provide the best service in the industry! Meet our Account Managers – Zach and Kevan are always here to meet with you and provide a custom solution for your security needs. ZACH PHIFER Zach Phifer, hails from Indian Trail, enjoys Paddle Boarding, Snowboarding, and can be found on the weekend hanging with his wife Holly. With 4 years of experience in the Lock and Security industry and a background in Criminal Justice, he is here to help provide you with a custom solution and guide you through the entire process! KEVAN STARR Kevan Starr, from good ol’ Mt Pleasant, joined the Loc-Doc Sales Team this November as one of our Account Managers. He enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and spending time with his wife Cammy and two sons. With 5 years of experience in the Commercial Construction Industry, he is an expert at quickly assessing and guiding you to the right custom solution for your security needs!

Smart home technology is becoming more popular and more affordable all the time. Most new homes under construction are being built with electronic locks. This is such a simple idea, but it can really improve your quality of life and is worth the small investment. Once you have electronic locks you’ll wonder how you ever survived without them. Here is our list of the top 5 reasons why you should install electronic locks: It’s inexpensive and provides a great deal of convenience for you, your family members, and even guests. You don’t have to worry about being locked out or leaving your keys somewhere because you can get in just by knowing the code. You can control your locks more. For example, you can set a timer for when you want everything to be locked up at night, or just push a button while you’re lying in bed to make sure that everything is locked. It’s much easier and less expensive to change the code on an electronic lock than to have a new lock made for your door. You don’t have to make copies of your keys to distribute to neighbors or family members who you may need to get into your home at some point. These are just a few of the great benefits you could enjoy from installing electronic locks. It’ something that all homeowners should consider because it can simply your life while providing your family with the safety and security you need. #locks

These days, most of the home security features that are being installed in homes can be accessed remotely. You may not think you need this type of access, but there are many benefits of remote access control, and here are five: You can make sure that the door is locked after your child gets home from school, even if you’re still at work for a few hours after he or she gets home. If you or a family member loses your keys, you’re not locked out from your house because of the access control that you have enabled. You may feel stressed or worried that you left the garage door open or the doors unlocked, but you can easily check and see. For any number of reasons, you may need to ask a neighbor to put a package inside your door, or check on your home while you’re away. With access control, you can let them in without having to be there or leave a key. You may allow a guest to visit and stay in your home while you’re away. Having remote access control will make that process very simple. There are so many other reasons why it is a good idea to have remote access control, but these are just a few ways you can control the security of your home from a distance. You’ll be amazed at how this simple technology can change your life. To find out more, reach out to us today! #accesscontrol

Common materials for commercial doors include some of the following: Hollow metal doors are the most common. They are long lasting and affordable. They can be customized in many styles and colors, and used for many different applications. Galvanized steel doors are frequently used for exterior doors because they resist rust formation. Aluminum doors are strong without being heavy. Glass doors are used for both exterior doors and interior doors, and can be a beautiful addition to your workplace. If you have any special considerations for your office door installation, make sure you discuss it before the installation begins. This might include security levels, door alarms you are going to want installed along with the new doors, or emergency exits in your building. You will also want to consider how employees will gain access to the building. #Officedoorinstallation

It’s always encouraging to be recognized for hard work. Since 2006, Loc-Doc Security has been Installing, servicing and supporting Brivo Web-Based card access systems in a Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas We currently have over 500 online readers with our customers. Brivo brings a unique platform to our industry and Loc-Doc Security has been an ambassador of the platform of Cloud Computing and SaaS (Software as a Service) for over 10 years. In May, Loc-Doc Security was recognized by Brivo as the 2016 Southeast Regional Dealer of the Year! This is such an honor for our team and a recognition for dedication and hard work throughout 2016. Thank you Brivo for this huge honor!! We hope to keep the tradition going!!!

guard against the possibility of employee thievery. There are different options available for your new commercial video surveillance system. The system that is right for you will depend on the budget you have available and the features that are important to you. You will have to consider how many cameras you need and what type of camera is right for your business. Cameras that are placed outdoors will need to be resistant to extreme temperatures and precipitation. If the cameras will be used at night, they may need to operate in low-light conditions or have infrared capability. You may also consider using small hidden cameras or dark housings that prevent the angle of the camera from being known. Another choice you will have to make about your cameras is whether you want them to be hard-wired or wireless. Wireless cameras are usually battery powered. These cameras have simple installations, but must be maintained periodically to prevent the batteries from dying. Wired cameras are more difficult to install, but once they are working, they require very little maintenance. A final and very important decision about your commercial video surveillance is whether you want a simple standalone digital video recorder setup or a more extensive computer-based system. DVR systems are less expensive, but do not allow remote monitoring. If you want to be able to access surveillance footage in real time, a computer-based system is the way to go. With these systems, you can even control the camera angles and zoom levels. #Commercialvideosurveillance

New Trucks for Project Managers As a growing organization, we wanted to continue building a positive structure for our team while always improving our customer service experience. In August 2016, we created 2 new positions and promoted some valued team members. Mike Tyler [Field Supervisor / Project Manager] Mike Tyler, a 6 year veteran of our organization was promoted to Field Supervisor / Project Management.  This role was developed out of the need to provide field support for our growing fleet of locksmith & door technicians.  Mike also manages large scale projects to make sure communication flows through his team and his customers. Luke Hanson [Field Supervisor / Project Manager] Another 7 year veteran, Luke Hanson was also promoted to a Field Supervisor / Project Management position.  Luke primarily works with our Security technicians for Card Access, Camera System and Security System project installations. Nathan Hammer [Service Manager] April 2017 brought another promotion in our Service department.  Nathan Hammer has managed our Job Coordination for the past 3 years.  He has excelled in his ability to communicate with our technicians, customers and other team members.  Nathan has been promoted as our Service Manager.  His primary responsibilities will be to development procedures with our service team to improve organization, prompt arrivals, improving communications and making sure our customers have the best service experience possible. Next time you see our shiny new trucks driving our Charlotte, NC, say Hi and congratulate them on their promotions! Mike Tyler:  mike@locdoc.net Luke Hanson: luke@locdoc.net Nathan Hammer: nathan@locdoc.net

We recently ran a contest through our email updates for Charlotte Hornets Tickets! After a great response, we decided to draw the winners LIVE on Facebook. Congratulations to our Winners:  David Gilpin & Ben Kincel

Service Vehicle Launch Our entire focus has been on adding quality technicians to increase our responsiveness and reduce delays in service for our customers.  Our customers request for new solutions and faster implementation of those services are at the forefront of our daily operations. We are excited to continue our expansion throughout North Carolina. Our latest additions are focused on Electronic Security Solutions and project management for camera systems and key fob systems.

Many times, the top of your key has numbers or letters stamped or engraved.  What do those mean? There are typically 2 different types of “codes” stamped on a key. DIRECT CODE A “Direct Code” is the exact numbers related to the cuts or the depths of each valley in your key.  This is typically used to identify a specific key and how the lock should be combinated to allow the key to operate.  For the most part, this happens from the lock manufacturer.  You’ll see this inside a box of door locks at a hardware store or inside a lockbox on your locksmith’s shelf. Loc-Doc Security does not distribute these keys.  We cut a new key on a blank without those numbers.  With those numbers alone, another key can be made without your knowledge or permission. BLIND CODE Blind codes are used for Master Key Systems and File Cabinet Locks.  In most cases, a blind code is a reference point for a locksmith or manufacturer to identify the key and make additional copies or identify the locks that the key operates.

2016 brought some great updates and changes to Loc-Doc, Inc and Loc-Doc Security!  We have been working hard on transitioning our name, logos, and reputation! LOGO You may have noticed our logo has changed!older version: Loc-Doc Security wanted to convey we have as much focus on Locks, Keys and Door Hardware as we have on Card Access (Key Fob Systems), Cameras and Security Systems.  Loc-Doc has been a valued integrator in Charlotte, NC for almost 2 decades!  We just didn’t do a great job on letting everyone know! We’ve also been working hard on updating our Vehicle Graphics and Logos!  When you see us around town, it’s still Loc-Doc, Inc with a better focus on SECURITY. March 2017 will bring us more service vehicles and better capacity to serve our customers with 11 Service and Project vehicles dedicated to improving response and installation time! We updated our logo, because when it comes to Security – We’re on top of it!

If you manage any kind of commercial property, it is hard to overestimate the importance of having a reliable, trustworthy commercial locksmith. Any time you are locked out of your business, you are losing money. Without a secure master key system, you are at risk for losing money from employees who have too much access to your business or from copies of your keys being made. A commercial locksmith can provide you with comprehensive services, such as providing keys that can’t be copied, resetting your safe combination whenever necessary, and performing routine maintenance on all the locks in your business to ensure that they work as well as they are able. There are also many types of businesses and organizations that can benefit from the services of a commercial locksmith: Small family-owned businesses Schools Restaurants Apartment complexes Office buildings and suites Retail shops Government offices Hospitals When you are looking for a commercial locksmith, you want to find someone who will provide all the services you need in a timely and professional manner. You don’t want to wait until you need services to start looking for someone, so make sure that you have someone to call before you need them. There are many situations where you might need to call your commercial locksmith: Lost keys or being locked out of your office Installation of digital locks or keyless entry locks New safe keys or locks, installation of digital safes Broken keys and lock repairs Master key systems Servicing filing cabinet and desk locks and replacing locks and keys #CommercialLocksmith

As a business owner, you have a lot of time and money invested in your business. You want the peace of mind that while you are away, your business is safe and secure. You want to ensure that the risk of crime is as low as possible and that you aren’t left vulnerable. With a video surveillance system for your business, you can find that peace of mind and provide the security that best fits the needs of your business and your employees. With the availability of technology and the advancements that are available, you can have your new video surveillance system installed at your business and have the ability to view it from a remote location. In some instances, you can even check your video feed from your smartphone or tablet. You can have daily streaming video and recorded video. You can get a look at the day-to-day operations of specific areas of your business, such as places where cash or inventory is stored. You can monitor production of employees or just have it available as a safeguard and security feature. You can set up multiple video surveillance areas, including parking lots, entry doors, and sales areas. You can help keep employees secure, especially if they are working late or early shifts. Doors and parking areas can be monitored to ensure their safe departure. You can also have the peace of mind that if a circumstance arises where there is a dispute, you have the video surveillance available as back-up to provide legitimacy to the circumstances. Don’t delay getting your video surveillance system installed today! Provide your business and employees with a safe and secure environment by contacting us at Loc-Doc, Inc. #VideoSurveillance

When you think of commercial locksmith services, we would venture to guess that you think of someone who comes to help you gain access to your business when you have been locked out. We would also guess that some of the last things you think of are the other services that commercial locksmiths provide. commercial locksmith company, we offer solutions to assist you in creating business plans and security plans that can help you set up secure access to your building?  We offer a variety of commercial door locks, electronic door locks and commercial access plans that will help you in securing your business.  We install new locks for buildings and repair faulty locks.  In the event of damage due to break-in attempts or accidents, we offer door repair and help you assess your security plan to discover solutions that will protect your business from future break-in attempts. We have all the solutions you need to ensure that not only your locks, but your entire business is secure and safe. We offer free estimates and always strive for complete customer satisfaction.  We proudly stand behind our work.  We never leave a project until you are 100% completely satisfied with the service that we provide and the product that we offer.  Give us a call today and discover the best solution for your business. #CommercialLocksmith

As a business owner, the safety and security of your business and employees is something that is constantly on your mind.  If one of the safety features you have been considering for your small business is alarm systems, we have the knowledge, skills and experience that will give you peace of mind that your business is safe and secure.  We can help you look for ways to update the security plan for your business and create a plan that fits your needs.  We provide only professional and state-of-the-art systems to ensure that the needs of your business are met and you find that peace of mind. alarm systems for your small business?  There are several reasons why you should consider an alarm system for your small business. Sensory Detectors– These can be placed in doors and windows and can sound a small alert when there is movement or motion that passes the sensors. With the addition of a security camera, you can easily monitor areas of your business that are of the greatest concern. Fire Protection– Most alarm systems are also equipped with smoke-detectors. The availability for monitoring and alerting the local fire department should the alarm be set off due to fire will give you peace of mind that even while you are away, your alarm systems are hard at work. Save on Insurance– Your alarm system could reduce the cost of your small business insurance premiums. It is always a plus to save money, especially when running a small business.  Check with your agent to see what discounts your insurance company offers and discover the potential savings. With our professional and knowledgeable staff, we can assess your business alarm systems needs and help you choose the right plan for you and your business.  Contact us at Loc-Doc, Inc. today to learn more! #AlarmSystems

Commercial door locks have a variety of designs and styles to choose from.  One of our favorites is a programmable door lock that can give you access control for not only the exterior doors of your building, but the interior, as well.  With designs available that feature WiFi to enable you and other users to remotely monitor the use of your business doors, this type of door lock will give you the next level of security that you are seeking. Commercial door locks are also heavy duty. This added security can give you the peace of mind that you have an additional level of security on your building.  With the ability to give varying access codes to different employees, you can also safeguard and monitor the use of your building. If you are ready to step up to the next level of security for your business, give us a call at Loc-Doc, Inc. today.  With more than 30 years of experience and dedication in keeping businesses, customers, and employees safe, we have the knowledge to assist you in keeping your business secure. #CommercialDoorLocks