Why this matters
Begin with the problem to be solved: physical resistance, controlled convenience, changing permissions, event records, remote sites or emergency operation. Technology follows the requirement.
What to confirm
Mechanical systems can be simple and independent of power, but key changes and records require management. Electronic systems can provide flexible permissions and data, but depend on configuration, credentials, power or communication and operational support.
A practical working method
A mixed arrangement often suits real facilities. Use electronic control where permissions change or records matter, and mechanical locking where simplicity, resilience or limited use is more important.
Records, acceptance and handover
Compare lifecycle cost rather than purchase price alone. Score representative scenarios, pilot the uncertain areas and record the assumptions behind the chosen split.
Evidence and scope
This article is intended for preliminary product and project discussions. Product functions, performance, certification, compatibility and availability must be checked against current documentation for the selected model and the actual project requirements. Application examples are not claims of completed customer projects.