Allegion releases new cloud-based key management solution

Allegion has announced the launch of Overtur Key System Management, a cloud-based subscription solution.

According to the company, the new solution offers authorised users a simpler way to view, manage, track and update a building’s key system – regardless of complexity.

Overturn Key System Management

Allegion states that Overtur Key System Management is an extension of the Overtur digital environment, which empowers project teams to collaborate in real time on the design, specification, construction and management of openings – helping them to be more effective and efficient all while improving project outcomes and client satisfaction.

With the new Overtur Key System Management offerings, facility managers, locksmiths and distributors can now access complementary key system design tools that empower users to survey conditions, collaborate, filter data, design hierarchies, assign symbols, utilise cloudbased features and create detailed key schedules.

Moving to one of the subscription-based levels of Overtur Key System Management can unlock features that will help protect sensitive information, manage key control and building access, helping to create secure and efficient management of key systems, the company adds.

“The evolution of this vision”

Holly O’Haver, Overtur Business Leader, Allegion commented: “Overtur was created to facilitate collaboration, with the mission of making it easier for project teams to design, construct and manage door openings and the corresponding hardware.

“Overtur Key System Management is the evolution of this vision, offering advanced tools to streamline key system design and management, helping to preserve the integrity and simplify management of the key system through the use of innovation solutions.”

Three tier availability

According to Allegion, Overtur Key System Management is available to security professionals in three tiers:

Overtur Key System Design 

Overtur Key System Design is complementary for Overtur users and streamlines key system design and data capture with features that allow users to:

• Build and visualise a key system hierarchy and schematic
• Survey existing conditions on site using the mobile app
• Conduct key meetings using the collaborative tools and add notes directly within the platform
• Assign and view as many key symbols as needed per building and per opening
• Focus on specific data using customisable data filters
• Enjoy unlimited users, automated updates and secure cloud storage
• Generate comprehensive key schedules with fully configured part numbers

Level 1: Key System Design + manage bitting/pinning 

A level 1 subscription lets you do more by utilising all the complementary aspects of the Overtur digital environment plus:

• View available bittings
• Request next available change keys and get results within minutes
• Get on-demand bitting lists and pinning charts
• Import key symbol descriptions and associated openings
• Get started with an online hour-long training session with an onboarding specialist

Level 2: All level 1 features + key control

The level 2 subscription builds on previous levels with customised onboarding and advanced features that include:

• Track issuance and return of keys and key rings
• Upload key holder list
• View and manage key holder by opening/associated symbol
• Create key rings
• Identify a specific key holder by key assignment using system designated serial numbers
• Store key holder agreements as attachments
• Create and save custom views to quickly filter and search information
• Customised training and personalised step-by-step set up assistance for a faster start

Ensuring proper key management

Without a proper key system management solution, organisations can face significant challenges such as difficult auditing, security risks and inefficient tracking of key issuances.

The company highlights that Overtur Key System Management addresses these issues by providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that provides the tools for secure data storage, efficient key control and accurate tracking.

By leveraging Overtur software, organisations can enhance their security, streamline operations and maintain precise control over their key systems, Allegion notes.