The A1001 Network Door Controller from Axis Communications gives you a stand-alone digital access control system that can be accessed from anywhere in the world with an internet connection, while offering easy integration with multiple A1001 units, alarm/fire panels, or IP surveillance systems. It uses an open, non-proprietary platform to be compatible with a wide range of hardware and software from many manufacturers. This open platform lets you choose the best products for the location and application, without the constraint of being dependent on a single manufacturer for all of the hardware and software.