Swiftlane Touchless Access & Video Intercom in Chicago

Combined Access Control and Video Intercom in One Device

Swiftlane takes a different approach to building entry by combining video intercom and access control into a single hardware platform. Instead of installing separate intercom panels and access control readers at each door, Swiftlane provides one device that handles both functions. Residents and office tenants gain entry through face recognition or mobile credentials, while visitors use the intercom to call a resident or office. This consolidation reduces the hardware footprint at each entry point and simplifies the overall system architecture.

For Chicago condos and office buildings, this combination means fewer devices to mount, fewer cables to run, and a single management platform to administer. Building owners and property managers deal with one vendor and one dashboard for both access control and intercom functionality, rather than coordinating between separate systems.

Face Recognition for Touchless Entry

Swiftlane’s face recognition technology allows residents and authorized personnel to enter a building without touching anything. As a person approaches the entry point, the Swiftlane device identifies them through its camera and unlocks the door automatically. There are no cards to tap, no fobs to wave, and no PINs to enter. The system stores enrolled facial data securely and processes recognition locally at the device level for speed and privacy.

Touchless entry has become a priority for many Chicago building owners and condo associations. The demand for hands-free access grew sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it has remained a standard expectation for newer developments and building upgrades. Beyond health considerations, touchless entry is simply more convenient. Residents carrying groceries, pushing strollers, or arriving in winter gloves do not need to fumble for a card or phone to get through the door.

Mobile Credentials as a Complement

In addition to face recognition, Swiftlane supports mobile credentials through its smartphone app. Residents can use their phone to unlock doors via Bluetooth, providing a backup access method and an option for those who prefer phone-based entry. Mobile credentials can also be issued to temporary visitors, maintenance staff, and delivery personnel with time-based restrictions.

The flexibility of having multiple credential types means that building management can accommodate different user preferences without maintaining separate systems. Some residents will prefer face recognition for speed, while others may opt for mobile credentials. Both methods are managed from the same cloud dashboard.

Cloud Dashboard for Property Managers

Swiftlane’s cloud management platform gives property managers full control over access and intercom functions from any web browser. The dashboard handles resident enrollment, credential management, door schedules, access group assignments, and event logs. For management companies overseeing multiple condo buildings or office properties across Chicago and the North Shore, the cloud platform provides a single point of administration across all locations.

Adding a new resident involves entering their information and having them enroll their face through the app or at the device. Removing a departing resident is equally straightforward. Access logs record every entry event with timestamps and photos, providing building management and condo boards with a clear record of building access activity.

Visitor Management and Delivery Access

When a visitor arrives, they use the Swiftlane intercom to call the resident they are visiting. The resident receives a video call on their smartphone, sees the visitor through the device’s camera, and can unlock the door remotely. Residents can also pre-authorize visitors by sending them a mobile pass, allowing expected guests to enter without a call. Delivery access PINs and scheduled access windows manage carrier entry for packages.

For office buildings, Swiftlane supports visitor pre-registration workflows where a receptionist or office manager enters expected visitor details in advance. When the visitor arrives, the system recognizes them and notifies the host.

Reduced Hardware and Simplified Wiring

Traditional building entry setups require a separate intercom panel and an adjacent card reader at each door, each with its own wiring, power, and configuration. Swiftlane replaces both with a single PoE-powered device. For Chicago buildings undergoing renovation or retrofitting older entry systems, this reduction in hardware translates directly to lower installation costs, less wall space consumed, and simpler ongoing maintenance.

The system connects to door hardware (electric strikes, maglocks) and integrates with elevator controls for secure floor access in high-rise buildings.

Swiftlane Installation by Vidimost LLC

Vidimost LLC provides Swiftlane design, installation, and configuration for condos, offices, and property management portfolios across Chicago, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, and the greater North Shore. We handle device mounting, network integration, cloud platform setup, resident enrollment, and staff training.

Contact us at (872) 254-5015 or [email protected] to learn how Swiftlane can modernize your building’s entry system.