In a context where security and access management must combine performance and flexibility, FDI has taken a further step by integrating the OSS Offline protocol into its UTLs. This development, the fruit of in-depth technical work, enables our customers to benefit from extended compatibility with a multitude of access control solutions, while ensuring optimized management of access rights.
What is OSS Offline?
OSS Offline (Open Security Standard Offline) is a standard that enables offline access control systems to manage authorizations efficiently. Unlike wired readers, which communicate permanently with a central control unit, stand-alone readers and locks record access rights directly on the memory of cards (badges). Badges thus become the vehicle for transmitting authorized access to offline devices.
One of the main advantages of OSS Offline is the ability to unify solutions from different manufacturers under a single protocol, guaranteeing interoperability and flexibility. As a result, a company using equipment from a variety of manufacturers can always operate a homogeneous, high-performance system tailored to its needs.
Integration of the OSS Offline protocol in FDI’s UTLs
Aware of the technological challenges and the requirements of site managers, FDI has developed advanced compatibility between its iPassan UTLs and the OSS Offline protocol.
- Simplified access management: badges become the bearers of access information, limiting the need for on-site interventions.
- Extensive interoperability: compatible with many manufacturers of stand-alone readers and locks.
- Improved security: lost or expired badges can be blacklisted, without permanent connection to a central database.
- Cost optimization: reduced network infrastructure and technical interventions.
A response tailored to companies’ needs
Companies and sensitive sites are looking for solutions that are reliable, flexible and easy to administer. With the integration of OSS Offline, FDI meets these expectations by offering :
- Centralized access management, even in offline environments.
- Enhanced security with automatic rights restriction options.
- A better user experience, with an intuitive and efficient system.
What’s more, this innovation reduces dependence on network infrastructures, resulting in a more resilient access control system. In the event of a communication failure, badges still store essential information and ensure that authorizations continue to function correctly.
Continuous improvement for enhanced safety
Innovation is at the heart of FDI’s strategy, and the integration of the OSS Offline protocol is concrete proof of this. By anticipating technological developments and meeting the growing demands of businesses, FDI is committed to providing high-performance, scalable solutions. In this way, OSS Offline fits in perfectly with our continuous improvement approach, aimed at providing ever more secure and scalable access management systems.
