Entry Shield® Door Monitoring System (DMS)
The Entry Shield Door Monitoring System provides real-time visibility into door status across campuses—helping schools and facilities proactively secure secondary access points without manual audits or added labor.
Door Propped Open
East Wing Exit B • Photo captured
Solving the Unmonitored Door Problem
Key Features
Real-Time Door Visibility
Instant awareness of door status across classrooms, hallways, and exterior access points.
Eliminates Manual Door Audits
Replaces time-consuming physical checks with automated monitoring.
Configurable Alerts
Set alerts by time of day, door type, or security posture.
Scalable by Campus or District
Deploy on a single building or across multiple locations under one dashboard.
Non-Invasive Installation
No modification to existing door hardware or locking systems.
Integrated Platform Access
Door data integrates with Entry Shield's broader security ecosystem.
Detailed View
Drill down and see more details about every door's status. Every alert includes a photo of who triggered it, so your team knows exactly what happened and when.
- Real-time status for every monitored door
- High-resolution photo captured at moment of event
- Photos sent directly to team members' phones
- Full event log with timestamp and door location
- Archived for future reference and accountability
Integrated Security Platform
Door Monitoring integrates seamlessly with your other Entry Shield solutions. All alerts flow through the same app, providing your team with unified security awareness.
- Same app as Screen & Flow weapons detection
- Unified dashboard for all security events
- One system, one team, one response protocol
Door Sensors Installed
Non-invasive sensors are installed on designated doors without altering door hardware.
Continuous Status Monitoring
Each door is monitored for open, closed status with locked or unlocked options.
Real-Time Data Transmission
Door activity is securely transmitted to the Entry Shield platform.
Smart Alerting
Alerts are triggered based on schedules, rules, or unauthorized door activity.
Immediate Visibility
Staff can quickly identify which door needs attention and where it is located.
Audit & Reporting
All activity is logged for audits, compliance documentation, and trend analysis.
Simple, Wireless Installation
No complex wiring or construction required. Our door monitoring sensors install quickly on any door type.
Battery Powered
Long-life batteries mean no wiring to the building's electrical system.
Wireless Connectivity
Connects to your network without running cables through walls.
Works on Any Door
Compatible with metal, wood, and glass doors of all sizes.
Quick Setup
Professional installation typically completed in one day.
Common Use Cases
Door Monitoring addresses security challenges across many facility types.
K-12 Schools
- Monitor emergency exits used for student pickup
- Catch staff propping doors for convenience
- Secure portable classroom access
- After-hours event monitoring
Higher Education
- Residence hall external doors
- Lab and research facility access
- Building-to-building connections
- Loading dock and service entrances
Healthcare
- Emergency department perimeter
- Pharmacy and medication storage
- Psychiatric unit access points
- Staff-only entrances
Corporate
- Server room and data center access
- Executive floor entrances
- Parking garage stairwells
- After-hours building security
Wander Management
- Monitor exterior doors and elopement risk points
- Support memory care and high-risk residents
- Detect unauthorized or unsupervised exits
- Instant alerts to staff for rapid response
Ready to Secure Your Secondary Access Points?
Contact us for a custom quote based on your facility's needs. We'll assess your door monitoring requirements and recommend the right solution.
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See how Entry Shield's integrated security platform can transform your facility's protection. Request a personalized demo today.
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