How to Buy KeyNET

 

The Spectrum Group has created three entry levels when starting with KeyNET.  In this way, you pay for only what you need; thereby reducing entry level costs.  Each entry level of KeyNET is explained below.

KeyNET LITE          KeyNET PROfessional          KeyNET ULTRA


KeyNETTM LITE

What you get with KeyNETTM LITE.

KeyNET LITE isn’t really a “LITE” product, but instead is trimmed down version of KeyNETPRO; just a new way of more finely controlling and licensing of various parts of KeyNET.  We have taken the KeyNETPRO product and reconfigured it so that it can be sold in smaller sections.  Under the new licensing structure, there are a number of different thing which can be licensed separately, and therefore, priced separately.  KeyNET is now broken down into a number of “packages,” each of which can be individually enabled or disabled, via licensing.

The KeyNET LITE Base – This is the foundation of the KeyNET system, and is always required.  It includes basic lockshop functions, including the ability to manually define keys, cut keys, and place keys on hooks.  [NOTE; The number of different sets of hooks (MKI), referred to as “Issue Point” is also controllable by license.  So we can allow one, two, or any number of issue points in the system as part of the Multiple Key Issue (MKI) licensing scheme.  KeyNET LITE starts with ZERO issue points (keys cannot be assigned hooks), and each MKI Issue Point, when licensed, will allow the privileged users to assign hooks at one or more sites.

PEOPLE is part of the KeyNET LITE BASE – The personnel module of KeyNET is always required, since that is how user accounts are defined.  However, without KeyNET ISSUE, it will be impossible to issue keys to people.  People can be defined, but they can’t have keys issue to anyone.  Only the KEY ISSUE licensing allows keys to be issued to people.

(1) KeyNET Computerized KeyCut – is a licensable add-on – This allows computerized key cutting and stamping machines to be used.

(2) KeyNET Masterkey System Generator – is a licensable add-on – This allows the standard 2-Step progression masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(3) KeyNET Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) Masterkey System Generator – is a licensable add-on – This allows the standard A2, A3 and A4 SFIC masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(4) KeyNET Custom Masterkey System Generator – is a licensable add-on – This allows the use of a highly advanced and customized masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(5) KeyNET Authorizations – is a licensable add-on – This allows authorizations to be set up and utilized when issuing keys.  Because authorizations only apply to issuing keys, KeyNET ISSUE is required by, and is a prerequisite for KEYNET Authorizations.  IF you are at the point where you need to authorize keys, you should discuss upgrading to KeyNET Advanced

All other options, as with the KeyNET ADVANCED, are licensable add-ons, and are available for purchase.

It is our hope that providing these new licensing options, and flexible pricing, we can reach aspects of the Security Industry.  It is our goal to provide the VERY BEST PRODUCTS to our security professionals customers, while providing them to our ADVANCED SUPPORT solutions.


KeyNETTM PROfessional

What you get with KeyNETPRO

KeyNETPRO – is the starting product for most industrial and institutional facilities.  It is an excellent starting point for institutions or facilities that need to meet the typical responsibilities associated with issuing and tracking of keys and other assets.  KeyNETPRO is designed to aid in the auditing and control of assets, while meeting the requirements of Governmental Mandates, such as “Right to Know” and “Homeland Security”.  We have taken all of the  KeyNET LITE and added the add-on options for that module, they are combined into a product which provides medium to large facilities with a more advanced starting point for Large Facilities or Institutional Operations.  KeyNETPRO is a great place for a College, University, School District, or Hospital to enter our software programs.  We consider KeyNETPRO as a product which is suitable for use, when upgrading from other Advanced Key Management Software – such as ConnieTM.

The KeyNETPRO BASE – This is the foundation of the KeyNET system, and is always required whether you intend on issuing and tracking keys, or not.  It includes basic lockshop functions, including the ability to manually define keys, cut keys, and place keys on hooks.  [NOTE; The number of different sets of hooks (MKI), referred to as “Issue Point” is also controllable by license.  So we can allow one, two, or any number of issue points in the system as part of the Multiple Key Issue (MKI) licensing scheme).  KeyNETPRO starts with ONE issue point; and each MKI Issue Point, when licensed, will allow the privileged users to assign hooks at one or more sites.

PEOPLE is always a part of the KeyNET Program – The personnel module of KeyNET is always included, since that is how user accounts are defined.  However, with KeyNET Standard, you start with the ability to issue keys to people, as well as track the history of cores, keys and items issued to someone.

(1) KeyNET Authorizations – is INCLUDED in KeyNETPRO – This allows authorizations to be set up and utilized when issuing keys.  Because authorizations only apply to issuing keys, KeyNET ISSUE is required by, and is a prerequisite for KEYNET Authorizations.

(2) KeyNET Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNETPRO – This allows the standard 2-Step progression masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(3) KeyNET Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNETPRO – This allows the standard A2, A3 and A4 SFIC masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(4) KeyNET Custom Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNETPRO – This allows the use of a highly advanced and customized masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(5) KeyNET Computerized KeyCut – is INCLUDED in KeyNETPRO  – This allows computerized key cutting and stamping machines to be used.

All other options are licensable add-ons, and are available for purchase. Some add-ons are:

Multiple Key Issue- is a licensable add-on – This module adds TWO additional issue points (for a total of 3) to the Primary KeyNET issue point.  Remote sites such as K-12 schools, Hospital Departments, and University Departments can now track and issue their own keys.  This greatly reduces the time it takes to get keys into the proper hands, often times the entire process takes place at the local level, without involving the centralized lockshop or primary Key Issue site.  However, the Lockshop, District, or Maintenance Department can see current status and history of keys, and advise sites how to act on situations.  KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with Key Issue.

Each MKI site is named and licensed with KeyNET.  When licensed, the KeyNET program recognizes a complete set of hook numbers for the MKI site.   This allows the MKI site to maintain a key cabinet and control which Key ID’s are on which of THEIR hooks.  This  module will allow MKI sites to issue, return, transfer and report keys LOST or STOLEN, with it’s own domain, without the inconvenience of processing additional  paperwork and making the people involved go to a centralized Key Issue location.

Additional MKI Site Licenses – is a licensable add-on – This allows you add as many Issue Points as is necessary to handle your needs effectively.  Each MKI site is individually licensed.  As more and more facilities are struggling with personnel issues, redundant data entry, and the ability to accomplish goals in a reasonable timeframe, KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with the situation of Multiple Issue Points.
Signature Capture – is a licensable add-on – This allows you to capture and store signatures from electronic key pads to the KeyNET program.  As more and more facilities are struggling with paper record management, and may be mandated to become paperless, KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with this issue.

Electronic Key Requests and Authorization Routing – is a licensable add-on –  This product allows facilities to have Key Requestors AUTO-JOIN, fill in their own information, request keys, and submit the request through the Authorization Routing for approval.  Key Requestors can also check the status of their self generated Key Request, including being notified when keys are available for pickup, or Authorization Denial.  This is a tremendous time saver, reduces redundant data entry, and speeds the entire Key Request process, while insuring that the proper authorizations obtained prior to issuing keys.

Electronic Key Ordering and Authorization Routing – is a licensable add-on –  This product allows facilities to have eKeyOrder to fill in their own information, request keys, and submit the request through the Authorization Routing for approval, accounting and generation..  eKeyOrders can also check the status of their orders, including being notified when keys are available for pickup, delivery.  This is a tremendous time saver, reduces redundant data entry, and speeds the entire Key Request process, while insuring that the proper authorizations obtained prior to issuing keys.  eKeyOrders are designed to work with Multiple Key Issue Points (MKI).  It allows remote Issue Locations to order and maintain a stock of keys.  You can even route the eKeyOrder request through your BILLING department for approval and encumbering of funds.  eKeyOrder will work very well, even without MKI sites, when the Lockshop and Key Issue functions are separate.

iKeyID – is a licensable add-on –  iKeyID is designed to allow a user to tag a KIS identification number [used in most modern systems] with a IKID (Individual Key Identification System- older type systems) number which is then known as the iKeyID.  KeyNET users may then use the iKeyID number (same as the old IKID number) as a searchable item.

Photo ID – is a licensable add-on –  The Photo ID add-on is VERY flexible.  It can be used as a full-blown photo id package.  It can import photos  or interface with other programs,.  It can be used to print badges, ID cards or Card Access systems where encoding is added to a card.

Card Access – is a licensable add-on –  This add-on is customized for each application.  It works by interfacing or integrating with Card Access System data tables.  Will work for Standalone, Active-online or both types of Card Access systems.  If an exit date is entered into KeyNET or the Card Access program, or the active/inactive status is changed, the same information is shared with the other programs…making them work together, AS ONE.  KeyNET is limitless.  When there are software restrictions with the Card Access Program software, KeyNET can often be used to expand the capabilities of the other program.

It is our hope that providing these new licensing options, and flexible pricing, we can reach aspects of the Security Industry.  It is our goal to provide the VERY BEST PRODUCTS to our security professionals customers, while providing them to our ADVANCED SUPPORT solutions.


KeyNETTM ULTRA

What you get with KeyNET ULTRA

KeyNET ULTRA – is the ULTIMATE product for most industrial and institutional facilities.  It is an excellent starting point for institutions or facilities that need to meet the ADVANCED responsibilities associated with issuing and tracking of keys and other assets.  KeyNET ULTRA is designed to aid in the auditing and control of assets, while meeting the requirements of Governmental Mandates, such as “Right to Know” and “Homeland Security”.  We have taken all of the  KeyNET LITE and KeyNET PRO features and combined them into this module. KeyNET ULTRA provides facilities with the ULTIMATE starting point for Advanced Key Management.  KeyNET ULTRA is a great place for a College, University, School District, or Hospital to maximize our software programs.  We consider KeyNET ULTRA as a product which is suitable for use, when upgrading from other Advanced Key Management Software – such as ConnieTM, KeyNET LITE and KeyNETPRO.

The KeyNET ULTRA BASE – This is the culmination of the KeyNET system foundation and the typical ADVANCED features used to issue and tracking keys, or other assets.  It includes basic lockshop functions, including the ability to manually define keys, cut keys, and place keys on hooks.  [NOTE; The number of different sets of hooks (MKI), referred to as “Issue Point” is also controllable by license.  So we can allow one, two, or any number of issue points in the system as part of the Multiple Key Issue (MKI) licensing scheme).  KeyNET ULTRA starts with TWO issue points; and each MKI Issue Point, when licensed, will allow the privileged users to assign hooks at one or more sites.

PEOPLE is always a part of the KeyNET Program – The personnel module of KeyNET is always included, since that is how user accounts are defined.  However, with KeyNET Standard, you start with the ability to issue keys to people, as well as track the history of cores, keys and items issued to someone. 

(1) KeyNET Authorizations – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA – This allows authorizations to be set up and utilized when issuing keys.  Because authorizations only apply to issuing keys, KeyNET ISSUE is required by, and is a prerequisite for KEYNET Authorizations.

(2) KeyNET Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA – This allows the standard 2-Step progression masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(3) KeyNET Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA This allows the standard A2, A3 and A4 SFIC masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(4) KeyNET Custom Masterkey System Generator – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA – This allows the use of a highly advanced and customized masterkey system batch generator to be available to privileged operators.

(5) KeyNET Computerized KeyCut – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA  –This allows computerized key cutting and stamping machines to be used.

(6) Multiple Key Issue- is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA – This module adds TWO additional issue points (for a total of 3) to the Primary KeyNET issue point.  Remote sites such as K-12 schools, Hospital Departments, and University Departments can now track and issue their own keys.  This greatly reduces the time it takes to get keys into the proper hands, often times the entire process takes place at the local level, without involving the centralized lockshop or primary Key Issue site.  However, the Lockshop, District, or Maintenance Department can see current status and history of keys, and advise sites how to act on situations.  KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with Key Issue.

Each MKI site is named and licensed with KeyNET.  When licensed, the KeyNET program recognizes a complete set of hook numbers for the MKI site.   This allows the MKI site to maintain a key cabinet and control which Key ID’s are on which of THEIR hooks.  This  module will allow MKI sites to issue, return, transfer and report keys LOST or STOLEN, with it’s own domain, without the inconvenience of processing additional  paperwork and making the people involved go to a centralized Key Issue location.
Additional MKI Site Licenses – is a licensable add-on – This allows you add as many Issue Points as is necessary to handle your needs effectively.  Each MKI site is individually licensed.  As more and more facilities are struggling with personnel issues, redundant data entry, and the ability to accomplish goals in a reasonable timeframe, KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with the situation of Multiple Issue Points.
(7) Signature Capture – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA – This allows you to capture and store signatures from electronic key pads to the KeyNET program.  As more and more facilities are struggling with paper record management, and may be mandated to become paperless, KeyNET has provided this add-on as an effective and efficient method of dealing with this issue.

(8) Electronic Key Requests and Authorization Routing – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA –  This product allows facilities to have Key Requestors AUTO-JOIN, fill in their own information, request keys, and submit the request through the Authorization Routing for approval.  Key Requestors can also check the status of their self generated Key Request, including being notified when keys are available for pickup, or Authorization Denial.  This is a tremendous time saver, reduces redundant data entry, and speeds the entire Key Request process, while insuring that the proper authorizations obtained prior to issuing keys.

(9) Electronic Key Ordering and Authorization Routing – is a licensable add-on –  This product allows facilities to have eKeyOrder to fill in their own information, request keys, and submit the request through the Authorization Routing for approval, accounting and generation..  eKeyOrders can also check the status of their orders, including being notified when keys are available for pickup, delivery.  This is a tremendous time saver, reduces redundant data entry, and speeds the entire Key Request process, while insuring that the proper authorizations obtained prior to issuing keys. eKeyOrders are designed to work with Multiple Key Issue Points (MKI).  It allows remote Issue Locations to order and maintain a stock of keys.  You can even route the eKeyOrder request through your BILLING department for approval and encumbering of funds.  eKeyOrder will work very well, even without MKI sites, when the Lockshop and Key Issue functions are separate.

(10) iKeyID – is a licensable add-on –  iKeyID is designed to allow a user to tag a KIS identification number [used in most modern systems] with a IKID (Individual Key Identification System- older type systems) number which is then known as the iKeyID.  KeyNET users may then use the iKeyIDnumber (same as the old IKID number) as a searchable item.

(11) Photo ID – is INCLUDED in KeyNET ULTRA –  The Photo ID add-on is VERY flexible.  It can be used as a full-blown photo id package.  It can import photos  or interface with other programs,.  It can be used to print badges, ID cards or Card Access systems where encoding is added to a card.

Card Access – is a licensable add-on –  This add-on is customized for each application.  It works by interfacing or integrating with Card Access System data tables.  Will work for Standalone, Active-online or both types of Card Access systems.  If an exit date is entered into KeyNET or the Card Access program, or the active/inactive status is changed, the same information is shared with the other programs…making them work together, AS ONE.  KeyNET is limitless.  When there are software restrictions with the Card Access Program software, KeyNET can often be used to expand the capabilities of the other program.

It is our hope that providing these new licensing options, and flexible pricing, we can reach aspects of the Security Industry.  It is our goal to provide the VERY BEST PRODUCTS to our security professionals customers, while providing them to our ADVANCED SUPPORT solutions.