What is meant by Key management?
The term "key management" refers to the organization and control of keys and their usage within an organization. This includes both physical keys and digital keys and access permissions. Key management systems help to increase security, prevent losses, and efficiently manage access to controlled areas and resources.
Typical software functions in the area of "key management":
- Key Registration: Detailed recording and documentation of all keys and access permissions within the system.
- Issuance and Return: Management of the distribution and collection of keys to and from authorized persons.
- User Management: Management of user profiles and their permissions within the key management system.
- Logging: Recording all transactions and activities related to the keys, including issuance, return, and usage.
- Notifications and Reminders: Automated notifications about upcoming returns, extensions, or irregularities.
- Inventory Management: Real-time overview of the current status and location of all registered keys.
- Reporting: Creating reports on key usage and management for internal and external audits.
- Access Control: Integration with physical or digital access control systems for automated management of access permissions.
- Loss and Theft Management: Processes for reporting and managing lost or stolen keys.
- Security Functions: Mechanisms to ensure the integrity and security of key data, such as encryption and access controls.