Fast, secure visitor management

A visitor management system is software that front office or reception teams use to enhance guest, visitor, and employee experience. By migrating from pen-and-paper or spreadsheet-based systems to manage visitors and guests, teams can better control access, enhance security, and improve the visitor experience in a building or facility. 

Visitor management systems generally support a front desk or reception area with a digital way to check in visitors and deliveries, notify employees, collect visitor information, and provide compliant reporting. Often visitors use the system on a mobile device—either provided by the office or accessed on their personal mobile. Once on site, visitors are required to complete a variety of questions, provide basic contact information, and may be asked to provide a photo, badge ID, or more. Some industries require visitors to sign NDAs or custom forms when arriving on-site. Effective visitor management systems allow organizations to capture vital contact information of visitors digitally, and then audit who was on-site, ensuring total security and compliance for building and facility protocol.

Visitor management software contributes to a positive hybrid workplace environment by streamlining the process of visitor check-in at the modern reception desk. It allows front office teams to focus on higher-value activities without sacrificing on-site security. Because there is much greater variance in on-site activity and presence in today’s offices, visitor management software also allows hybrid teams to do more with less. They can reduce or reinvest receptionist labor to manage visitor check-ins by using intuitive digital kiosks that guide guests through custom workflows to ensure all vital information is captured.

In the realm of facility management, visitor management software helps facility managers monitor and control access points effectively, integrating with other building management systems to ensure efficient operation of the facility.

Overall, visitor management systems improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve organizational reputation.

Visitor management software can help reduce security risks like unauthorized access to an office. Some facilities must comply with various regulatory requirements, including data protection laws and health and safety regulations. 

Visitor management software can also help ensure that all visitors are accounted for in emergency situations and that their information is handled in a compliant manner, reducing potential liability for organizations.

To handle visitors in an office effectively, implement a visitor management system (VMS) that streamlines check-ins through touchless kiosks or mobile devices. Ensure best practices for security and safety are followed by collecting detailed visitor information, including contact information, photos and signatures, and issuing printed badges for easy identification. Limit visitor access to designated areas, and notify employees immediately upon visitor arrival. Integrate emergency response protocols and maintain digital logs to audit and manage visitor data, enhancing both security and compliance.

A visitor management procedure involves several steps: pre-registration, digital check-in upon arrival, collection of photos and signatures, badge printing, and instant notifications to the host. It can also include access control and compliance with safety protocols, ensuring a secure and efficient visitor experience.