Access control system installation can be a frustrating game. No matter how much skill or experience you have, sometimes there are delays you just can’t overcome. And IP addresses are one of those things that can cause problems.
Our solution is the ATRIUM Finder smartphone app. This handy tool is a game changer for efficiency and convenience on-site. In this blog, we’ll explore what it does and how it helps installers get your job done faster.
The challenge of on-site login
Do you recognise this situation? You’re on-site. The controllers are on the wall and wired in, and you need to start the configuration process. You open your laptop, and you need the IP address of the controller to get started. And now, you’re stuck. You need to contact the on-site IT team, and they’re not getting back to you. Or they are, but it’s going to take them an hour to get to you. Sound familiar?
This process wastes time on-site, and causes delays that drag projects out unnecessarily. It can also add friction between installers and customers, which nobody wants.
Introducing ATRIUM Finder
ATRIUM Finder is a free smartphone app available on iOS and Android devices. It’s a simple but effective solution to the time delays caused by waiting for IP addresses.
How does ATRIUM Finder work?
The app helps installers locate ATRIUM controllers on the site’s local area network (LAN). Just connect your phone to the same network, and let the app do the work. When you’ve located the right nearby controller, it takes just one tap to redirect to the login page you need. From there, you can log in quickly and get on with configuring the system. Plus, with the non-PC dependent web browser, you can even set up basic parameters from the same smartphone.
Key benefits for installers
The big benefit for installers is the time saved. Finder eliminates all of that waiting around for IT teams, leaving you free to get on with your project. It’s simple and efficient, doing the job you need without over-complicating things. There’s no more manual IP address lookups, and as a free smartphone app, convenience is key. Finder is always on-hand to help out and save time.
Real-world impact
Let’s paint another picture. You arrive at your site in the morning, having finished fitting your controllers the previous day. You’re ready to get on with your system configuration, adding doors, areas, users, and credentials. On your last job, you had to contact the in-house IT team and they took forever to get around to helping you identify the right IP addresses for the controllers.
This time, it’s different. You take out your phone, open the ATRIUM Finder app, and locate your controller on the LAN in a few seconds. With a single click, you go straight to the login page and you’re off! Finder means no delays; get your job done faster. And when your projects take less time, you can fit more of them into each month – maximising your profit margins.
How to get started
You don’t need any special training to get going with Finder. Just download the app from the Apple Store for iOS or the Play Store for Android devices. It’s free to download and simple to use. But if you’re looking for more in-depth training on ATRIUM access control, we’re here to help! Check out CDVI Academy for our next free training sessions.
ATRIUM Finder helps you install faster, stops your IP address headaches, and puts you back in control of your projects. For your next access control job, choose ATRIUM and use the Finder app to make it as simple as possible.
