Can I set automated schedules for arming and disarming my alarm system?

Yes. CSG's alarm systems, powered by DMP Virtual KeyPad (VKP), support fully customizable arming and disarming schedules — allowing institutions to automate routine open and close procedures without requiring manual keypad interaction at each location every day.

Automated schedules are particularly valuable for multi-branch institutions where ensuring consistent arm and disarm practices across every location is operationally challenging. Rather than depending on individual branch staff to arm the system at close and disarm at open — with the risk of forgotten alarms, late arrivals triggering false dispatches, or inconsistent practices across locations — scheduled automation handles the routine daily cycle reliably.

Schedules can be configured for different days of the week, accommodating varied branch hours, holiday closures, and special operating schedules. Exceptions can be managed through the VKP mobile app or web interface, allowing authorized users to override the schedule for a specific day without changing the underlying configuration. For institutions seeking to reduce false alarm frequency and the operational burden on branch staff, automated scheduling is one of the most impactful configuration improvements available.