THE READER

News for the Access Control Professional

July 2022

Farpointe Data's Response to Supply Chain Challenges

By Dexter Corpuz
Operations Manager, Farpointe Data

The world continues to battle with the economic disruption brought on by supply chain issues, which are impacting nearly every segment of the economy. As product and labor shortages frustrate the security industry, Farpointe—while not immune to the challenges—is faring well, measuring its lead-times in days and weeks, as opposed to months.

Conekt PCR Mobile-Reader Proximity Readers

Conekt Mobile-Ready Proximity Readers:
PCR-640L, PCR-35L and PCR-620L

Spotlight: CONEKT® PCR Mobile-Ready Proximity Readers

Farpointe's Conekt line of mobile-ready readers now includes options that support 125-kHz proximity technology, assisting current proximity users in easily transitioning to a mobile solution. PCR readers are capable of reading Conekt mobile smartphone credentials, as well as traditional physical proximity cards and tags.

Mobile-Ready Proximity Models:

PCR-35L 2-in-1 Mullion/Single-Gang Box Reader
PCR-620L Mullion-Mount Reader and Keypad
PCR-640L Single-Gang Box Mount Reader and Keypad

PCR-35L Data Sheet

PCR-620L/PCR-640L Data Sheet

Supply Chain News Update

5 Ways to Manage Suppliers During Disruption

As seen on Supply Chain Dive

With some procurement teams managing hundreds of suppliers, it can be difficult to deepen relationships with vendors—and keep them accountable when they fail to meet commitments. Here are five strategies which can help to better manage suppliers.

Product Lead-Time Updates

In response to the global supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, including those underpinning the electronic security industry, Farpointe is pleased to offer our partners a weekly lead-time update on key products.

View the most recent update, and if you are interested in receiving these weekly emails, you can request to be added to our email list.

Lead-Time Update