Force 5, Inc. provides the Gatekeeper platform, a robust software and hardware solution designed to enforce physical-entry compliance and security for power utilities. By automating regulatory and audit processes, Gatekeeper significantly reduces risks related to safety, security, and compliance across all utility facilities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Power utilities face increasing risks related to physical security, safety, and regulatory compliance at their facilities. Contractors, visitors, and even terminated employees can gain unauthorized access, potentially leading to safety incidents, security breaches, and non-compliance with NERC-CIP regulations. Traditional physical entry methods often lack the automation and rigor needed to consistently enforce compliance requirements across all utility locations.
Solution
The Gatekeeper platform by Force 5, Inc. provides a comprehensive hardware and software solution designed to automate and enforce physical-entry compliance for power utilities. The platform ensures that only authorized personnel who meet all safety, security, and compliance requirements can access utility facilities. Gatekeeper actively enforces compliance with NERC-CIP and other regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of security breaches and compliance violations. The all-in-one platform is built for every location in a power utility, from unmanned facilities and substations to generation and transmission sites, providing a unified approach to physical-entry risk management.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes power utilities seeking to reduce physical-entry risk, improve safety and security, and ensure compliance with NERC-CIP regulations across all facilities.
Features
- Ruggedized hardware designed for use in demanding power utility environments
- Automated enforcement of safety, security, and NERC-CIP compliance requirements at every entry point
- Real-time visibility of visitor presence across the enterprise
- Comprehensive audit trail of all physical entries and compliance checks
- Customizable access control policies based on role, certification, and other criteria
- Integration with existing security systems and databases
- Active enforcement capabilities that pivot the culture from passive enforcement