Control Access with Confidence
Secure, cloud-powered access management built for modern teams. Manage permissions, monitor activity, and keep your workplace protected—anytime, anywhere.
Secure Software,
Robust Hardware
Managing access to your sites shouldn’t be complicated. Chronicle Access Control brings together cloud software and trusted hardware in one seamless system—so you stay secure, compliant, and in control.
Built on Microsoft Azure with a modern, scalable architecture, and powered by industry-leading hardware from Grosvenor Technology, it’s a reliable solution designed for today and ready for tomorrow.
Core Features & Benefits
Timed & Zoned Access
Control exactly who can access which doors and when. Prevents unauthorised entry, keeps secure areas restricted, and supports flexible work patterns.
Hardware Integration
Works with doors, car park barriers, half- and full-height turnstiles. One system for every access point, from main entrances to sensitive zones.
Fire Panel Links
Auto releases locks during alarms. Compliant with safety regulations, enabling safe evacuation. Fail Safe: doors unlock for safe exit. Fail Secure: critical areas stay locked.
Fire & Safety Reporting
Live muster point reports and automated roll calls. Instant visibility of who is safe and who is missing.
SwipeSafe™
Digital muster point attendance logging. Removes manual paperwork, speeds up emergency checks, and leaves a reliable digital audit trail.
Manager App
Real-time roll call and on/off-site tracking. Instant oversight for managers, reducing delays and improving accountability.
People Management & Benefits
Trusted Hardware with Grosvenor Technology
Chronicle Access Control is underpinned by hardware from Grosvenor Technology, a global leader in access control devices. Their systems power secure facilities worldwide, providing:
- Reliability – proven hardware used in thousands of installations
- Compatibility – support for doors, barriers, and turnstiles
- Scalability – from single buildings to multi-site enterprises
- Longevity – robust design, built to last in demanding environments
By combining Chronicle’s cloud-based intelligence with Grosvenor’s trusted devices, you get a solution that’s both future-proof and rock solid today.
Integration with
Time & Attendance
Chronicle Access Control doesn’t just secure your site — it connects
directly with your Chronicle Time & Attendance system.
Integrated Intercoms
Audio/video options for site entry points
Badge Printing
Personalised photo ID cards with personal details and logos
Lanyard & Accessories
Supply service for badges and holders
Professional Installation
Installation services delivered by the Chronicle Team
SafeContractor Certified
Independent recognition of compliance and safety
Employees can clock in/out via doors and turnstiles.
Shared data means HR and Payroll have a single source of truth, eliminating duplication and errors
Result
One unified system for workforce management, compliance, and security.
Trusted by Our Customers
All-in-One Suite for mall Businesses—Easy SetSup, Helpful Support, Great Value
Chronicle Online Streamlines Workforce Management
“I really appreciate how Chronicle Online allows us to track absences, holidays, and lateness in real-time, making it much quicker and easier to manage compared to our old system. The ability to set up people and systems, plus the move towards a paperless HR workflow, is a huge benefit as our business grows. Customer support has also been quick and responsive whenever I've needed help.”
Chronicle Makes Time and Attendance Effortless
“I really appreciate how Chronicle makes tracking time and attendance so much easier and more efficient. It saves me a lot of time every day, especially when it comes to maintaining holidays and clocking records for over 100 employees. The support team is excellent and always available when I need them.”
The system is great and the assistance team are top notch
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes – Chronicle has API’s to intergrate with third-party Payroll and HR providers such as Sage, Pegasus, SAP, Xero, Shape Payroll, MHR, Quickbooks to name a few. Chronicle Online can also export and import data using CSV files.
The break functionality in Chronicle is sophisticated and highly configurable. The implementation team can help you set up your various rules. There are even alerts if employees have missed a break or taken too long or short a break. Employees can also clock breaks on certain clocking devices and our smart-phone app.
Chronicle supports Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Overtime rules, we even do Clawback calculations and Flexi time overtime rules. What we recommend if write up your rules and share with our consultant who can help clarify how we would accommodate these calculations.
Designed to manage 100’s – 1,000’s of employees, Chronicle supports as many sites and different rules for Holiday, Shifts, and Overtime as your business need.
Yes, this is very common. A lot of companies have office staff clock on one technology and production warehouse staff clock using another. I.e. office using a fob/card and factory using biometrics.
An unlimited amount of employees can clock in and out on Chronicle.
Chronicle takes cyber security very seriously and spends significant resources every year in training our staff and strengthening our technology. Chronicle uses Microsoft Azure to host data, this is a very robust and reliable server in the cloud. All staff are Cyber Security and Information Security trained by Defence.com. Our product Chronicle Online has been penetration tested by Bulletproof, a third-party penetration testing company. Chronicle has a named Data Protection Officer, we are registered with the ICO. All Chronicle Staff have been trained in how to handle client data and have signed NDA’s and privacy contracts. Annually we also maintain a Cyber Essentials certification along with Safe Contractor certification and conduct regular Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA’s) as we introduce new technology.
