Access Aligned: From Luxury to Expectation in Multifamily Housing

Not long ago, smart locks and managed Wi-Fi were considered premium upgrades in multifamily housing. Today? They’re expected.

In this conversation, Mike Pennacchio, President of GoKeyless, and Darren Weinstein, Senior Sales Manager at dormakaba, discuss how these technologies have shifted from differentiators to baseline amenities.

“Smart locks have to be there. Managed Wi-Fi has to be there.” 

For multifamily owners and operators, this shift changes the conversation. Access control and connectivity are no longer optional add-ons, they’re core components of the resident experience.

• Managed Wi-Fi supports remote work, streaming, and connected living.
• Smart locks provide secure, seamless property access.

Together, they form the foundation of the modern smart building ecosystem. But successful implementation requires more than products. It requires a solutions-based approach.

By working together, GoKeyless and dormakaba combine manufacturer innovation with access control expertise, helping multifamily property managers deploy smart locks and integrated access systems that align with resident expectations and operational goals.

The future of multifamily living is connected, secure, and seamless. And the right partnerships make that possible.