Apartment building access has become a daily headache for residents, delivery drivers, and property managers alike. Locked gates and broken buzzers leave drivers stuck outside, residents missing food or package deliveries, and managers overwhelmed by operational burdens. This problem isn’t just an inconvenience—it threatens building security and the convenience many rely on in a fast-paced, delivery-dependent world. With about 70 million packages delivered daily across the US, and one in three Americans regularly ordering food delivery, the volume of traffic through apartment entry systems is unprecedented. However, many buildings struggle with outdated systems that simply can’t keep up.
As delivery volumes soar and residents’ expectations rise, the gap between modern service demands and legacy infrastructure widens. Missed deliveries, tailgating risks, and shared static codes all compound frustration and security concerns. EnterKey’s smart buzzer and cloud-based access app directly addresses these critical fail-points, turning the traditional apartment entry system into a streamlined, secure, and delivery-friendly solution.
Understanding why access failures happen—and how they can be fixed—is essential for anyone living in, managing, or delivering to multifamily buildings today.
Imagine a dinner rush with clusters of DoorDash and UberEats drivers lined up outside a locked gate, buzzing repeatedly with no answer. Drivers call residents who can’t pick up their phones, or residents see “delivered” notifications but never receive their meals. Beyond hunger frustration, time-sensitive packages like medications may sit outside in bad weather, risking damage or theft. One resident reported a gate locked 24/7 with no entry for couriers unless someone is home to buzz them in—forcing reliance on landlords to provide ad-hoc access codes or physical keys.
Old broken buzzers only add to this chaos: failed calls, poor audio, no video, and lack of remote unlocking mean delivery drivers must call, leave items unattended, or abandon deliveries. Some properties try to fix this by handing out building keys to couriers—a move that residents fear exposes them to unknown people with unchecked access, creating new security risks and worries about who holds copies of those keys.
From the property manager side, handling ever-increasing packages—sometimes over 1,000 per month per building—creates headaches with storage, package room overflow, and staff time dedicated to sorting and distribution. Residents frequently complain about unsecured lobbies and missing packages, further fueling dissatisfaction and distrust.
Older apartment buzzers and intercoms were never designed for today’s delivery demands. Most systems only work when residents are home to answer calls, offer no caller ID or video, and don’t support remote unlocking via smartphone apps. When broken, repair is costly and slow, forcing unreliable workarounds like leaving doors propped open or sharing static entry codes. These static codes or physical keys increase the risk of “buzzer bombing,” unauthorized access, and tailgating.
Many traditional systems can’t provide security logs or granular access control, meaning once someone is buzzed in, there’s no way to monitor or restrict where that person goes inside the building. Delivery drivers often end up with broad, uncontrolled access, which makes residents uneasy. The disconnect between high-tech delivery services and low-tech building entry points leaves everyone frustrated and vulnerable.
Overall, old buzzers and intercoms aren’t just inconvenient—they quietly undermine building security and resident quality of life, highlighting the urgent need for a modern solution.
The access control industry has started moving towards cloud-managed, mobile-driven smart access systems that dramatically improve convenience, security, and operational flexibility. One of the biggest trends is the use of one-time or temporary PIN codes. These codes offer limited-time access for delivery drivers or guests, eliminating the need for physical keys or shared permanent codes. This approach effectively stops unauthorized roaming and keeps usage tracked and transparent.
Mobile apps allow residents to buzz deliveries in remotely from anywhere, solving the “I’m at work but my package is at the gate” problem. Video intercoms add visibility, allowing residents to see who’s requesting access before granting entry—enhancing both safety and convenience. Cloud-managed systems also empower property managers to easily add or revoke users, create role-based access, and maintain comprehensive audit trails without expensive hardware upgrades or lock replacements.
All these technology improvements are transforming apartment entry systems from archaic bottlenecks into smart, efficient, and user-friendly infrastructure—precisely where EnterKey’s solution excels.
EnterKey turns any apartment building buzzer into a smart access system without requiring costly hardware updates. It uses time-limited, single-use temporary PINs designed especially for delivery drivers, allowing them secure, controlled access just when needed. Residents benefit from free remote buzzing—EnterKey’s free plan even includes the first five buzzes per month at no cost, making it the most accessible solution in the market.
With EnterKey, residents never have to answer their phones at the door or worry about missing a delivery again. The app works seamlessly with DoorDash, UberEats, Amazon, FedEx, and UPS drivers, streamlining building entry during peak delivery times and reducing the risk of buzzer bombing or unauthorized access. Delivery-friendly design and detailed security logs offer both peace of mind and accountability, while flexible guest and roommate access sharing supports modern living needs.
Another standout feature is that EnterKey requires no hardware installation—buildings can adopt it instantly with zero upfront costs or disruptions. Property managers gain a cloud-based dashboard for managing access codes, tracking entries, and adjusting permissions remotely. This cloud-first approach not only modernizes access but also enhances security with real-time audit trails and instant code revocation.
EnterKey’s smart buzzer technology also solves common pain points around shared lobby codes and outdated intercom systems by providing granular, time-sensitive PIN controls that prevent PIN-code misuse and tailgating. It’s a modern answer that balances convenience, security, and simplicity, tailored for the realities of busy apartment buildings today.
Apartment entry systems are at a tipping point. Traditional buzzers and intercoms can’t keep pace with the delivery-driven lifestyle and security demands of modern multifamily living. EnterKey offers a simple, reliable, and secure upgrade: an app-based smart buzzer solution that transforms your apartment buzzer into a powerful, delivery-friendly tool with no hardware needed and no cost for initial use. It’s the future of building access—today.
Frustrated by locked gates, broken buzzers, or missed deliveries? EnterKey is here to help. Experience the simplicity and peace of mind that comes from letting delivery drivers in without answering your phone. Sign up now to get five free buzzes per month with no building cooperation required—perfect for residents and property managers alike. Join thousands who’ve already made the switch and never miss another delivery or package again. Try EnterKey free today and see how smart buzzer technology makes apartment living easier, safer, and more convenient.