The locker lock market has evolved over decades of storage use, with a wealth of options available today from key locks to smart locker systems. So how does one assess the pros and cons of each option to find the right lock?
Traditional locks can be classified as padlocks, key locks or combination (code) locks. These locks have been well understood for decades in terms of their benefits, being a relatively cheaper option (compared to smart locks) and functionally straightforward.
However, buyers of traditional locker locks, be it for a workplace, business or school, typically don’t consider the cost of traditional locks in the long run. Given the unsophisticated nature of traditional locks, they rely on human resources (typically workplace managers, administration, reception or facilities management) to maintain their functionality.
The most typical instance of time and resource investment comes when onboarding and offboarding locker users. This could be a daily occurrence for large workplaces or schools.
The infographics below compare the experience of managing the user’s onboarding and offboarding experiences for traditional locks and smart locks on lockers.
This is not to mention other instances of management time that is required when users lose their key, forget their code, or need assistance getting into their locker (because of a lock malfunction or security breach).
This time investment in managing traditional locks on lockers can cost large organisations or schools hundreds of thousands of dollars each year in resources, which far outweighs the cost savings in purchasing traditional locks over smart locker locks. The annual cost can be calculated for each organisation through this calculator.
Of course, cost savings are only the tip of the iceberg in terms of the benefits of smart locker locks. These include improved security, user and management experience, savings on the number of lockers required, personalisation options and analytics. Read more about their benefits here.
Consult with the Yellowbox team for advice on best-fit locker locks for your project.
