Eliminating Tailgating & Identity Fraud with AppVision: An Integrated Access Control Breakthrough

Executive Summary
In environments where physical access control is critical, badges alone are no longer enough. UltraVision Consult has implemented an integrated anti-tailgating and identity fraud detection system, combining AppVision PSIM, access control data, and real-time facial verification from CCTV. Each access event is validated by matching the badge-holder’s picture with their live image from surveillance cameras. The system also detects tailgating, as in when a second person follows an authorized one without swiping. If the second person lacks access rights, AppVision automatically triggers an alert and logs the event.

This solution not only enhances access control but provides valuable security analytics, video verification, and audit trails.

In many modern facilities, access control is the first line of defense, but it’s far from perfect on its own. While badge-based entry systems provide basic permission control, they do little to stop two common yet dangerous threats: tailgating and identity fraud.

Tailgating occurs when an unauthorized person closely follows an authorized individual through a secured door. Identity fraud in this context often means someone using a colleague’s badge to gain access to areas they shouldn’t enter. Both are difficult to detect with access logs alone. Until now.

UltraVision Consult has implemented a next-generation solution that closes these security gaps by integrating AppVision PSIM with CCTV facial verification and access control data in real time.

Each employee, visitor, or collaborator has a stored image in the system linked to their access credentials. When they scan a badge at a secured door, AppVision pulls live footage from nearby CCTV cameras and compares the live face to the stored profile photo. If the images don’t match, an alert is triggered.

Simultaneously, the system analyzes whether additional individuals enter without swiping. If someone follows and they also have permission for that space, the system logs both but doesn’t issue an alert. If the second person does not have clearance, an alarm is sent to the operator with all related data: timestamp, video, access point, and individuals involved.

This integration enables real-time validation of access events, automatically detects badge misuse, and prevents unauthorized entry without disrupting the flow of authorized personnel. It also generates complete audit logs for post-incident review and supports smarter access management by analyzing actual behavior patterns.

At UltraVision Consult, we provide more than just systems – we deliver a connected ecosystem of services that brings physical security, technology, and operational intelligence together. Through solutions like AppVision PSIM, we enable organizations to go beyond isolated access control and video monitoring, offering a centralized foundation for smarter, data-driven decision-making.

It’s this holistic, scalable approach – backed by consulting, implementation, and ongoing support – that positions UltraVision Consult as a true long-term partner in building safer, more responsive environments.