There is always an increasing demand of short term rentals such as Airbnb and the independent rentals. When it comes to managing access for a short term rental property, the need to handle physical key exchange between guests and managing the number of people that access the property are very important factors that need to be looked out for. We will be talking about how Lokcom is a great solution for short term rentals.
What is a Smart Lock?
A smart lock is a lock that is operated without the use of a key hence it is also known as a keyless lock. It is accessed either by a code, fingerprint, Bluetooth and sometimes even a phone call. Smart lock have gained some popularity over the years, majorly because of the convenience and safety it provides. Some advantages are; It helps to save time and money meaning that with a smart lock, you do not have to handle a traditional key creating a hands free and more positive experience. There is no need to replace physical keys since they are electronic, and they operate using secure and encrypted data transmission. There are many advantages but the most important ones that apply to short term rentals is that they provide improved security and most importantly some smart locks allow you to grant and revoke access and lets you see the people that may have accessed your property.
Why is Lokcom a great solution for your short term rental?
Lokcom attaches door locks and intercom phone to the internet and enables you to open doors and gates remotely with your smartphone, tablet and PC or just a phone call.
With Lokcom, property managers can grant and revoke digital keys to the properties for a smooth check-in process for the guests. Lokcom is an access management tool. It solves the headache of late check-ins, overstays and disrupts unauthorised access chains. It allows one to control access and monitor activities from their PC, tablet or cell phone. There is no need to change the door because Lokcom is a simple plug and play solution and it runs on a secure M2M network. It does not rely on open networks such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or NFC, which can easily be hacked or manipulated.
Additionally, Lokcom is a great solution for your short term rental as it enables you to access and manage assets from anywhere in the world and track your properties security. Remember that the system sends a warning for each person that accesses the assets, and it is always on and tracking all actions so there is no need to stress on that front.
Want to know more about Lokcom ?
If you’d like to know more about Lokcom, please visit our website and send us a request to talk to an expert. We’d be happy to contact you and schedule a free demo for you. Don’t forget you can also reach us on social networks: Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin.
