Introduction
Rivian Automotive, Inc., founded in 2009, is an American electric vehicle manufacturer specializing in automotive technology and outdoor recreation products. To achieve their physical security and operational excellence goals at their manufacturing facilities and maximize their investment in their Genetec Synergis access control system, Rivian sought to address unique access control challenges and enhance employee tracking capabilities.
Challenges
A large manufacturing operation with numerous entrances and hazardous work environments faces several complex challenges requiring robust physical security and access control measures. Ensuring that only authorized personnel access specific work areas is crucial, especially given the frequent use of temporary and contract workers, which requires flexible yet secure access solutions. Accurate tracking of personnel entry and exit is essential to maintain facility occupancy information in compliance with the company’s safety protocols. Managing shift changes without causing delays or errors is another significant challenge, as is precisely recording employee working hours to prevent time theft and payroll discrepancies. Remote locations further complicate attendance tracking. Ensuring safety compliance in confined spaces is vital, along with real-time monitoring and rapid emergency response within these areas. Accurate attendance tracking at training sessions and events is necessary for compliance and evaluation, and controlling access to these events ensures that only registered participants can enter. Finally, the highest level of security is required through biometric verification or alternative credentials when security badges are lost, forgotten, or difficult to access under workwear, overcoming potential resistance from personnel and integrating seamlessly with the existing access control system.
Solution
Telaeris, a certified Genetec partner, provided a versatile and comprehensive solution through the integration of XPressEntry with Synergis access control systems. XPressEntry’s handheld badge and biometric readers were perfectly suited to meet Rivian’s requirements. They offer quick and reliable identity verification using existing security badges, effectively managing visitors and accommodating temporary workers with flexible access permissions. Real-time tracking of personnel entry and exit ensures compliance with safety regulations and company protocols. Mobile solutions for time and attendance allow for accurate recording of working hours, simplifying shift management, and ensuring reliability even in remote locations. For confined space management, XPressEntry verifies that only authorized and trained personnel can enter, provides continuous monitoring, and enhances emergency response capabilities. In the context of events and training, XPressEntry offers mobile attendance tracking, robust access control, and comprehensive reporting on participation. Mobile biometric verification enhances security by ensuring access is granted only to verified individuals, overcoming resistance through user-friendly processes and integrating seamlessly with existing systems for a cohesive security solution.
Furthermore, Rivian has identified additional applications for XPressEntry to address unique challenges. For instance, they utilize XPressEntry readers to manage inventory at specific locations, where employees scan the readers to check in and out equipment. Additionally, the security personnel use these readers to enforce site policies; employees caught violating regulations, such as smoking in non-designated areas, are required to scan an XPressEntry reader.
XPressEntry Server: The XPressEntry server acts as the admin console for managing all aspects of the XPressEntry system, including enrollment, device and user management, live data feeds, reporting, and configuring connections to Genetec Synergis access control systems.
XPressEntry Handheld Badge & Biometric Readers: XPressEntry handheld readers validate permissions and authenticate credentials or biometrics against the access control system database from any location. They record entries and exits where door readers are impractical, challenge credentials within secured spaces, perform spot checks on permissions, and more.
Rivian deployed thirteen (13) XPressEntry handheld badge and biometric readers from Telaeris at its manufacturing facilities in the United States.
“XPressEntry’s biometric readers and integration are perfectly suited to meet the numerous use cases for mobile readers in a security environment. Telaeris integrated solution fully leverages Genetec access control system’s capabilities. They offer quick and reliable access permissions and identity verification of employees, visitors and temporary workers, which allows Rivian to maximize their investment,” said Louis-Rene Bergeron, Integration Manager, Genetec Inc.
Benefits
XPressEntry handheld badge and biometric readers significantly enhance Synergis access control systems, offering unprecedented levels of convenience, flexibility, intelligence, and functionality for physical security guards and teams at Rivian.
- Integrates with most access control systems
- Enhances physical security and personnel tracking
- Provides multi-factor authentication with biometrics
- Simplifies operations by removing manual work
- Ensures compliance with regulatory safety standards
- Offers scalable and offline operation for any worksite
- Reduces real risks and financial loss mitigation
Conclusion
Following the implementation of XPressEntry, Rivian continues to use their handheld badge and biometric readers daily to enhance physical security and validate employees, visitors, and contractors entering numerous workplace entrances.
XPressEntry handheld badge and biometric readers proudly lead the industry with:
- The most access control system integrations
- The broadest support for badges, biometrics, and mobile credentials
- The first handheld badge reader using Android 13 for enhanced security
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