Top 10 Mistakes Companies Make When Installing Access Control & Time Attendance Systems

Implementing access control and time attendance systems (biometric fingerprint, face recognition, card-based, etc.) can significantly improve security, streamline attendance tracking, and reduce payroll errors in offices, factories, and warehouses across Bangladesh.
However, many companies—especially in Dhaka and other cities—end up with unreliable systems, frequent complaints, high maintenance costs, or even security vulnerabilities due to common installation mistakes.
Here are the top 10 mistakes companies make — and how to avoid them.

1. Choosing the Wrong Technology for the Environment

Selecting cheap or mismatched devices (e.g., optical fingerprint scanners in dusty factories or outdoor areas) leads to high failure rates. Avoid it: Choose capacitive/live finger detection sensors for dirty/humid environments. For outdoor use, go for IP65+ weatherproof models.

2. Incorrect Height & Angle of Biometric Readers

Mounting fingerprint/face readers too high, too low, or at awkward angles causes repeated failed scans and employee frustration. Best practice: Fingerprint reader at elbow height (~110-120 cm), face recognition at eye level (~150-170 cm) with proper tilt.

3. Skipping Professional Site Survey & Planning

Installing without mapping doors, user flow, power points, and network coverage results in blind spots, extra cabling costs, and rework. Solution: Always get a professional site survey before purchasing hardware

4. Poor Cable Management & Installation Quality

Messy, exposed, or low-quality cables lead to failures, short circuits, and fire hazards. Avoid: Use proper Cat6 cabling, conduit pipes, cable ties, and label everything.

5. Ignoring Emergency Exit & Safety Compliance

Installing magnetic locks without proper fail-safes (push-to-exit buttons, break-glass, and fire alarm integration) violates safety codes and endangers lives. Must-have: Always include free egress hardware.

6. Overloading Network Without Proper Infrastructure

Connecting too many IP-based devices to a weak switch or poor network causes delays, disconnections, and attendance failures. Fix: Use dedicated PoE switches with sufficient power budget and bandwidth.

7. Not Training Employees Properly

Employees misuse devices (wrong finger, dirty hands, wrong angle) → high false rejection rates and complaints. Solution: Conduct mandatory training sessions post-installation.

8. Buying Low-Quality or No-Name Brands

Cheap devices from unknown sources fail quickly, have poor support, and have fake biometrics. Recommendation: Stick to trusted brands like ZKTeco and Hikvision—available in Bangladesh with warranty.

9. Exposing Devices to Direct Sunlight or Extreme Weather

Placing outdoor readers in direct sun causes overheating, screen glare, and sensor damage. Avoid: Use sunshades, proper enclosures, and select high-temperature-rated devices.

10. No Backup Power or Redundancy

Power cuts (common in BD) can lock people out or lose attendance data. Essential: Install UPS for controllers + backup batteries for door locks.

Avoid these mistakes, and your access control and time attendance system will run smoothly for years.

Quick Checklist Before Installation:

Professional site survey  ✓ Correct device for environment ✓ Proper height & angle ✓ Good cabling & network ✓ Emergency egress compliant ✓ Employee training planned ✓ Reliable brand with warranty ✓ UPS/backup power ✓

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FAQ

Q: Why do access control and attendance systems fail so often?
Because of wrong device choice, poor wiring, weak network, and no backup power, not the core technology.

​Q: What biometric is best for factories?
Rugged, IP‑rated fingerprint or face devices designed for dusty, humid environments work best.

Q: Do I really need backup power?
Yes. A UPS and backup batteries keep doors working and data safe during power cuts.