Use the following list as a guide to the sequence followed to set up your Key module records.
Lock Shop
Especially useful if you have multiple Facilities; however, a Lock Shop is also needed if you track Interchangeable Cores. Although the cores are not shown on this window, they are related to the Key System, which requires a Lock Shop. Be sure to create Lock Shop records before you add Bitting records in Lookups > Key Bittings because the Lock Shop field on the Key Bittings window is only enabled when you add a new Bittings record.
Key System
A Key System establishes a parent/child relationship of Key records. Use this record to indicate whether you use Interchangeable Cores. Be sure to include a Change Key level in order to affiliate the Keys with Interchangeable Cores. Once a Key System record is saved, essential fields on the window cannot be changed.
Cabinet
(Optional) The Cabinet is similar to a warehouse in that it indicates where unassigned Keys are stored.
Keys
Use this window to create Key records and maintain a history of a Key. Until Keys are added (using the Adjustments window), this is a “theoretical” Key.
Key Rings
Used to create a record that shows all the Keys and the quantity of each issued on a Key ring.
Interchangeable Core
This record serves as a link between the Key records and Lock records. It is used by Key Systems that use Interchangeable Cores.
Lock
This window links to location data in your WebTMA database. You can assign a Lock to a Facility, Building, Floor, or Area record in addition to an Asset (e.g., Door). An Asset takes precedence if a Lock record is associated with the Asset.
Key Holders
The window stores information about anyone who has Keys issued to them. Use this window to review the Keys and Key rings issued to a Key Holder as well as examine the holder’s Key history.
Key Adjustments
This is the first Key Management menu option because it is the most frequently used selection after you establish the Key and Lock records.
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