The GFMS rules engine allows for granular control over how and when keys are released.
: Technical documentation also covers emergency procedures, such as manually releasing keys during power outages by pushing an internal pin. Related Asset Control Systems Global Facilities Management Software™ (GFMS™) gfms key systems manual
Many managers try to create a single Grand Master for an entire city block. This is dangerous. If that one key is lost, your entire operation stops. The manual should advocate for (e.g., Academic GMK, Residential GMK, Maintenance GMK). The GFMS rules engine allows for granular control
| Role | Responsibility | |------|----------------| | | Overall system owner; approves master key requests; conducts annual audits. | | Key Control Officer (KCO) | Daily administration; key issuance/return logging; lost key reporting. | | Department Supervisor | Validates operational need for keys; ensures return upon transfer/termination. | | Key Holder | Safeguard assigned key(s); never loan or duplicate; report loss immediately. | This is dangerous