Last week we kicked off our key system series with the post – 5 critical components of key systems. If you haven’t read it yet you should start there because today we’re diving into the first principle: What key system philosophy do you want to follow? Last week we discussed the different purposes key systems can […]
Read moreKey systems can be a daunting task to manage; whether you’re starting from scratch or re-vamping your current system we’ll help you delve into every aspect of key system management. From choosing a system to establishing your policies and procedures we’ll walk you through the difficult tasks as well as the ones you probably haven’t […]
Read moreOne key to staying competitive in today’s marketplace is brand imaging. Over the last few years, we’ve seen dozens of companies re-brand in an attempt to both maintain their current customer base and to appeal to a larger market. Part of this re-imaging often includes giving facilities a more polished feel by specifying upscale doors […]
Read moreTechnology is at the forefront of the hardware industry. Surprised? You shouldn’t be! Take a moment to consider the employee ID you used to enter your office this morning, or the code you entered at daycare which unlocked the door for you and your antsy two-year-old. Are there areas of your office that require a […]
Read moreLockNet is fortunate to partner with some of the best technicians throughout the US and Canada. While most jobs are fairly ordinary, some of our technicians have completed some newsworthy work. Check out these jobs where Elaad Israeli and Ron Snivley caught national attention. Technician Elaad Israeli Opens Susan B Anthony’s Old Safe LockNet’s trusted […]
Read moreOur CEO Chad Miller is officially a rock star. He completed his first full Ironman on Sunday 6/23 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. We were all impressed when he completed a Half-Ironman in April, but that accomplishment barely holds a candle to this one. An Ironman is a triathlon that puts even the most extreme athlete […]
Read moreThe LockNet Technician App is a great tool for all of our techs out there. Compatible with iOS and Android platforms, this app makes communicating with LockNet about your service calls faster and easier than ever. The first version of the technician app allowed technicians to: View all open work orders View work order instructions […]
Read moreWith Father’s Day rapidly approaching, we wanted to wish a happy Father’s Day to the father of the oldest known lock. The inventor’s name is not known, but the oldest one found by archeologists dates back 4,000 years to the Khorsabad Palace ruins near Nineveh. It used a large wooden bolt to secure the door and had […]
Read moreDoor rust can wreak havoc on the integrity of your exterior doors. A few weeks ago we talked about ten ways to increase the longevity of your back doors. Today, I want to dive more into preventing door rust in the first place. Take a look at these pictures – all of this damage could likely […]
Read moreThere are a million and one things your store managers and personnel use throughout their shift. One of the most commonly used is the store safe. We trust our livelihoods to these metal boxes, but have you ever stopped to think about how they work? This YouTube video does a great job of covering the basics […]
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