Hickleton Golf Club, a cornerstone of Yorkshire’s golfing heritage, sought a modern access solution to match its reputation for excellence. Akuvox SmartPlus ACaaS delivered, blending hands-free entry, robust security, and year-round remote management to transform how members and administrators interact with the venue.
According to Akuvox, its SmartPlus ACaaS delivers seamless Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) entry, integrated SIP functionality, and remote management for a premier golf club, ensuring an exceptional member experience and robust operational control.
Challenge
Hickleton Golf Club, a prestigious and historic golf destination in Yorkshire, is renowned for its exceptional course and year-round hospitality. Catering to a large membership base, the club required a sophisticated intercom and access control system to provide effortless, high-end entry for members while maintaining stringent security. Administrators needed reliable, remote oversight of the premises without dependency on local infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted control regardless of season.
Solution
The Akuvox ACaaS Team deployed a streamlined, cloud-based access solution tailored to Hickleton’s needs:
X912 Video Door Phone at the main entrance and A08 Access Control Terminal at the exit, both equipped with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for proximity-based, hands-free access, eliminating the need for cards or fobs.
Akuvox SmartPlus ACaaS, a serverless cloud platform, enables remote management, real-time access monitoring, and detailed entry logs for administrators.
Seamless integration with the club’s existing SIP system, preserving its established communication infrastructure.
Results
Members, from seasoned golfers to newcomers, enjoy a frictionless entry and exit experience, effortlessly accessing the venue while carrying equipment or riding golf carts, vehicles, using seamless BLE proximity access with their phones. The cloud-based system ensures administrators maintain continuous, remote control over the facility, with zero reliance on local servers. This solution elevates Hickleton’s commitment to premium member experiences while reinforcing operational efficiency and security year-round.
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