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Visitor bookings do more than organise access, they improve security, reduce gate delays, and create clear entry and exit records for residential estates.

If you live in or manage a gated estate in South Africa, you’ve probably already heard about the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). It’s not new, but it’s becoming harder to ignore, especially with the recently introduced Gated Communities Code of Conduct under POPIA. Suddenly, the conversation shifts from “should we prepare?” to something far more urgent: " are we ready?" For years, gated estates have built their reputations on a combination of lifestyle and se

The New Era of Visitor & Contractor Management for Residential Estates Residential estates and complexes face a constant challenge: balancing security, convenience, and compliance. In just one week, dozens of non-residents may pass through the gates including social visitors, contractors, gardeners, domestic workers, and delivery drivers. Each arrival and departure carries both a risk and a responsibility for the estate. For decades, many estates have relied on the old paper