The Ongoing Conflict: Security vs. Ease of Use

How to Properly Balance Your Bulk Property Wi-Fi Solution with Single Digits Connected Life Platform

 As a property manager, one of the biggest dilemmas you face today is maintaining the balance between security and ease of use when implementing a Wi-Fi solution for your residents. On the one hand, you need to ensure that your residents' data and privacy are secure, while on the other hand, you want to make it as easy as possible for them to connect to the internet. Let’s explore the ongoing conflict between security and ease of use and show you how The Connected Life Platform™ can help you balance these two essential elements when providing a bulk property Wi-Fi solution.

Traditional Wi-Fi authentication methods use captive portal or device “MAC Address” registration.  But these methods are clunky, insecure, and confusing for residents.  In this type of environment, interoperability between consumer devices can also be difficult to manage.  The results are support calls and frustration for your residents and staff! 

Single Digits Connected Life Platform™ addresses this problem by providing a cloud-based platform that is seamlessly integrated with your network. Today, Wi-Fi OEM equipment supports "pre-shared" key capabilities that match the at-home experience.  These Wi-Fi passwords create the secure “personal area network” experience that you and your residents are used to. However, managing these passwords across the entire property can be a challenge, especially as residents change rooms, and move in and out. Single Digits Connected Life Platform™ overcomes this issue by providing a centralized resident password management system.  The platform is integrated with your Property Management System to automate key creations and deletions for residents.  It notifies them of any changes and ensures that managing passwords is an easy and seamless process.

The Connected Life Platform™ is ideally suited to your needs if you are looking to implement a secure and manageable bulk Wi-Fi solution for your property. The platform provides a cloud-based solution that is integrated with your existing network infrastructure, and it is customizable to meet your unique needs. You can ensure that your residents are provided with a secure and easy-to-use Wi-Fi solution, which, in turn, will lead to higher satisfaction levels and increased retention rates.