Easy upgrades from competitor systems
Switch to BearBox without starting from scratch—retain existing cabling and components while upgrading to smart site management.
How it works
Simple steps, fast access
Site assessment
BearBox reviews the existing installation — cabling, readers, gate hardware, and controller positions.
Migration plan agreed
Identify what can be reused, what needs replacing, and the cutover sequence to minimise downtime.
Controllers swapped
BearBox controllers replace the legacy units. Existing cabling and readers are connected and tested.
Go live
Tenant access is restored via BearBox. Full feature set is available from the first day.
Why it matters
Security that adapts to your operation
Switching access control systems sounds expensive because people picture rip-and-replace: new cabling, new readers at every door, weeks of downtime. That's not how Bearbox migrations work. The biggest cost in any access installation is already in the walls — the cable runs connecting keypads, readers, and gate controllers. Bearbox reuses that. Standard Wiegand readers and compatible proximity hardware connect directly; only the controllers get swapped. Straightforward sites can sometimes be migrated in a single visit, and larger installations are phased to keep downtime minimal. From the moment the new controllers go live, tenants get the full Bearbox feature set — app access, ANPR, zone control, smart lighting, integrations. The legacy vulnerabilities go away; the cabling stays.
Keep your existing cabling
BearBox reuses existing cable runs where possible — the biggest cost in any access upgrade is already in the walls.
Retain compatible readers
Standard Wiegand readers and most modern proximity hardware are supported — no blanket rip-and-replace.
Fast migration
Most takeovers complete in a single site visit — minimising downtime and disruption to tenants.
Full BearBox feature set from day one
Once migrated, the site has access to every BearBox feature: app access, ANPR, zone control, smart lighting, and more.
Tenant records migrated
Existing customer data is transferred to your connected rental software — no manual re-entry of tenant information.
Security upgrade included
Older systems often have known vulnerabilities. Migration replaces legacy controllers with BearBox's current security stack.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Works with your existing setup
Activates on top of your current infrastructure — no hardware replacement.
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