Open vs. Proprietary

Why Open Systems Reign Supreme

Open vs. Proprietary

Why Open Systems Reign Supreme

Open systems are the future of access control, offering benefits like future-proofing, enhanced security, and cost efficiency. Explore our collaboration with Mercury and learn how our unified platform drives innovation and value.

Understanding “Open” in Access Control

What does “open” actually mean?
Open infrastructure refers to systems that are interoperable, flexible, and not tied to proprietary technologies. Components can integrate and communicate with products from different manufacturers, promoting innovation and adaptability.

The evolution from proprietary to open systems
Historically, access control systems were proprietary, limiting flexibility and increasing costs. The shift to open systems addresses the need for greater interoperability, cost efficiency, and future-proofing.

Benefits of open systems in today’s access control
Open systems enhance security through integration with advanced technologies, support seamless upgrades, and offer vendor independence. They also facilitate innovation and maintain robustness.

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Why Choose an Open Infrastructure?

Future-proofing/readiness
Open systems adapt to new technologies, ensuring long-term viability.

Security
Leverages top technologies from multiple vendors for enhanced security.

Unified systems
Supports a cohesive integration of various security components, creating an efficient ecosystem.

Connectedness
Enhances connectivity between security and business systems.

Cost efficiency
Reduces costs by integrating cost-effective components and avoiding vendor lock-in.

Scalability
Easily scales to meet growing security needs.

IDCUBE’s Key Benefits

IDCUBE's platform integrates a range of technologies, enhancing flexibility and security. Our collaboration with Mercury ensures innovative, secure solutions, supporting various identity types and incorporating cloud technologies for proactive security.

IDCUBE’s Key Benefits

IDCUBE and Its Collaborations

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Mercury integration:
Seamlessly integrates Mercury's controllers and HID products into a single platform, offering unmatched capabilities.

Exclusive platform:
IDCUBE consolidates Mercury technologies, demonstrating innovation and convergence.

Mobile credentials and identity convergence:
Supports various identity types and enhances overall security infrastructure.

IDCUBE and Its Collaborations

Mercury integration: Seamlessly integrates Mercury's controllers and HID products into a single platform, offering unmatched capabilities.

Exclusive platform: IDCUBE consolidates Mercury technologies, demonstrating innovation and convergence.

Mobile credentials and identity convergence: Supports various identity types and enhances overall security infrastructure.

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