CLOUD-ENABLED WEB-ENTRY SYSTEM FOR VISITOR ACCESS CONTROL
First Claim
1. A cloud-enabled web-entry visitor access control system comprised by:
- a. A touch capable tablet computer with wireless connectivity to Internet using a web-based or native software application with user interface for processing of access request of visitors to private or restricted-access facilities.b. A remote access server system and database connected to Internet with the process and software that allows interactive processing of visitor access request, notification to visited users or hosts.c. A remote multichannel communication server with process and software capable of generate notifications and responses via Short Message Service (SMS) text messages, IVR (Interactive Voice Response) calls, Voice over IP (VoIP) two-way audio communications and electronic mail (e-Mail) notification between Visitors, Guards, Receptionist and Hosts or Residents.d. A method for automated processing of an access control visitor request using said tablet computer, said remote access server and said remote communication server.
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Abstract
The present invention is for a web-enabled entry system for access control of visitors to a residential, commercial or institutional facility having or not receptionist at the entry point, where visitors to such facility should be authorized and/or the visit event should be recorded in a database. This web enabled entry system is for visitor self-registration, announcing and obtain access approval for coming into such facility by the means of a system including touch capable tablet computers, wireless communications, remote servers and methods to notify and validate users providing entry authorization. The system is also capable to provide video capture and streaming using a camera embedded in the tablet computer and with the use of an optional door controller the system allows remote opening of the door or gate. The system also can be optionally used to work in conjunction with a receptionist or guard that will assist the visitor, providing a temporary visitor badge. The system on this invention can replace the use of traditional unattended telephone entry (tele-entry) system or manned computer based visitor control systems typically assisted by a guard or receptionist.
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4 Claims
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1. A cloud-enabled web-entry visitor access control system comprised by:
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a. A touch capable tablet computer with wireless connectivity to Internet using a web-based or native software application with user interface for processing of access request of visitors to private or restricted-access facilities. b. A remote access server system and database connected to Internet with the process and software that allows interactive processing of visitor access request, notification to visited users or hosts. c. A remote multichannel communication server with process and software capable of generate notifications and responses via Short Message Service (SMS) text messages, IVR (Interactive Voice Response) calls, Voice over IP (VoIP) two-way audio communications and electronic mail (e-Mail) notification between Visitors, Guards, Receptionist and Hosts or Residents. d. A method for automated processing of an access control visitor request using said tablet computer, said remote access server and said remote communication server. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4)
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