Brivo pioneered cloud-based access control before most of the industry had accepted that access control belonged in the cloud. Their platform manages credentials for tens of millions of users across more than 60 countries, and the architecture reflects that scale — every door controller runs on embedded firmware so entry continues working during internet outages, while the cloud interface gives administrators real-time visibility from any browser. PDI deploys Brivo for customers who need multi-site access management without maintaining on-premise servers at each location.

Brivo's credential model is built for how people actually work. Mobile credentials issued to a smartphone replace physical cards for employees who carry their phone everywhere. Visitor management workflows generate single-use access windows or time-expiring credentials without mailing a physical card. Administrator roles can be scoped so a regional facilities manager controls their three properties without touching anyone else's sites. For multi-tenant buildings, Brivo's partitioning model handles landlord and tenant access separately in one account.

From a hardware standpoint, Brivo controllers are PoE-powered, which simplifies infrastructure and reduces cable runs. They support HID, AWID, and standard 26-bit Wiegand credentials for compatibility with existing reader hardware. Upgrades to Brivo often need no door hardware changes at all — just a panel swap and a cloud enrollment. For businesses currently managing access with standalone keypads or legacy systems that require an on-site technician to reprogram, Brivo eliminates that dependency entirely. Call PDI at (775) 826-1346 to evaluate your current access points.

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