ZKTeco Data Center Access Control in Dubai, UAE
A configurable ZKTeco access-control architecture for protecting data halls, server rooms, network spaces, operations zones, and other restricted areas with controlled identity verification and centralized event management.
The exact design depends on the number of doors, verification method, reader and lock requirements, software scope, network topology, fail-safe or fail-secure door behavior, emergency integration, and the level of audit visibility required. FourTeck helps business and technical teams translate those decisions into a practical bill of materials and project quote.
What a ZKTeco Data Center Access Control Solution Does
A data-center access-control system decides who may enter a protected area, where that person may go, and when the access attempt should be accepted, denied, logged, or escalated. In a data-center environment, this function sits alongside the network, server, cooling, power, surveillance, fire-safety, and operational processes that keep critical infrastructure available. Physical entry therefore needs more planning than simply fitting a reader to a door.
ZKTeco provides access-control terminals, RFID readers, biometric devices, controller families, door-control hardware and management software that can be combined into a larger system. The manufacturer has published a data-center case in which SpeedFace-V3L hybrid-biometric terminals were used at main data-center entrances, ProID BM30 RFID readers were used at other controlled points, InBio Pro 160 and InBio Pro 260 controllers handled access logic, and ZKBioSecurity software provided centralized management. That example is useful because it shows a layered approach: stronger identity verification at important entrances and card-based verification at additional internal doors.
Current ZKTeco controller options also include the InBioPC Series with DE10 door units. ZKTeco specifies InBioPC-400 and InBioPC-800 models, supporting up to four or eight access points respectively when used with DE10 units. The family is designed in a 1U server-rack form factor and supports rack, wall or desktop installation. It communicates over TCP/IP, provides a webserver accessible by Wi-Fi for configuration, and can work with ZKBio CVSecurity. Depending on the selected system, authentication may include card, password, fingerprint and QR code. These capabilities can be useful where a data-center operator wants the access-control controller to fit cleanly into a technical room or rack environment instead of using only traditional wall-mounted panels.
The main business problem this solution addresses is unauthorized or insufficiently controlled physical access to sensitive technology spaces. A standard office credential may be acceptable for general workplace entry but unsuitable for a server cage, core-network room, backup-media area or operations space. Data-center operators often need tighter access groups, time restrictions, stronger verification at high-risk doors, event history, anti-passback or anti-tailgating controls where supported, and a way to manage many users without treating every door as an isolated device.
This makes the solution relevant to enterprise data centers, co-location facilities, telecom rooms, managed-service providers, financial organizations, government environments, large corporate headquarters and any business with server infrastructure that is operationally important. It can also suit companies that are not operating a commercial data center but maintain dedicated server rooms or network distribution rooms that need stronger control than the rest of the office.
For UAE buyers, the critical purchasing decision is not simply which ZKTeco model has the longest feature list. The better approach is to define each protected zone, the number of doors, credential policy, emergency behavior, network path, power arrangement, lock type, reader type, management platform, audit requirements and future expansion. FourTeck can review these details before quotation so the proposed solution matches the physical layout and operating policy instead of being selected only from a product name.
Key Business Benefits for Data Center Environments
The main value is controlled, traceable and scalable access to sensitive spaces. The following benefits explain why the architecture matters to operations, security and procurement teams rather than simply listing device features.
Stronger separation between public, staff and critical zones
A data center usually contains spaces with different risk levels. Reception, loading areas, offices, staging zones, network rooms and data halls should not automatically share the same access policy. A multi-door ZKTeco design allows the project team to organize permissions by user, door, group and schedule. This helps prevent a credential that is valid for an ordinary staff entrance from automatically providing access to infrastructure rooms. The business benefit is clearer control over who can physically reach systems that support applications, storage, communications or customer services.
Flexible verification methods
ZKTeco supports multiple credential technologies across its portfolio. Depending on the selected components, a project may use RFID cards, fingerprints, passwords, QR codes or hybrid-biometric terminals. This allows the authentication method to reflect the risk of the door. Main entrances may require stronger verification while lower-risk internal doors may use a simpler credential method. The exact combination should be defined by the customer’s security policy and privacy requirements.
Centralized event history and administration
A centralized management platform helps administrators review access events, manage users and apply policy without treating each door as a standalone island. In a data-center environment, this is important when security teams need a consistent view of who attempted entry and when. Retention, reporting and integration requirements should be confirmed during design, but centralized management can reduce fragmented administration and help operational teams investigate access activity more efficiently.
A path from a few controlled doors to broader zones
Current InBioPC controllers are designed around four- or eight-access-point expansion with DE10 units. A project can therefore be planned around actual door count rather than buying an oversized design without purpose. Expansion still requires careful network, power and software planning, but modular multi-door control can make it easier to add protected rooms as racks, cages or operational areas grow.
Controller placement suited to technical environments
ZKTeco specifies the InBioPC Series at 440 × 180 × 45 mm in a standard 1U server-rack size, with rack, wall and desktop installation options. For technical rooms, a rack-friendly form factor can simplify controller placement, service access and cable organization. Buyers should still confirm rack space, heat, power source, cable paths and physical-security requirements before choosing placement.
Support for more disciplined access rules
The InBioPC family lists functions such as access levels, groups, holidays, anti-passback, anti-tailgating, linkage and multiple verification methods. These controls can support a more structured policy than a simple door-unlock event. Their practical use depends on the reader, door hardware, site workflow and software design, so buyers should define the required security behavior before treating a feature name as a guaranteed outcome.
A Layered Access Architecture Rather Than a Single Door Device
The strongest design principle for a data center is to select different controls for different risk levels. ZKTeco’s own published data-center case uses hybrid-biometric terminals at main entrances and RFID readers at other internal access points, all tied back to centralized controllers and management software. That illustrates how a project can apply stronger identity assurance where it matters most without forcing the same hardware onto every door.
For current projects, the InBioPC Series adds a rack-friendly controller option with 4- or 8-access-point designs, TCP/IP communication, PoE outputs for DE10 units, multiple credential types and compatibility with ZKBio CVSecurity. The final system can therefore be shaped around the actual building, risk model and operating procedure.
Technical Specifications and Solution Components
Because this is a configurable solution, the table separates verified InBioPC controller specifications from project-dependent elements such as reader choice, lock type, software scope and door hardware. Final specifications depend on the selected bill of materials.
| Specification Area | Verified / Planning Detail | Buyer Note |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ZKTeco | Exact hardware family depends on project design. |
| Current controller models | InBioPC-400 and InBioPC-800 | Designed for up to 4 or 8 access points respectively with DE10 door units. |
| User capacity | 40,000 users | Documented for InBioPC Series. |
| Card capacity | 40,000 cards (standard) | Credential technology also depends on selected reader. |
| Fingerprint template capacity | 4,000 (1:N standard) | Relevant when fingerprint verification is part of the design. |
| Transaction capacity | 200,000 standard | Retention and reporting requirements should also be reviewed in software. |
| Authentication methods | Card, password, fingerprint and QR code on documented InBioPC platform | Biometric face or hybrid terminals can be selected separately where required. |
| Communication | 1 × TCP/IP; Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n for webserver access | Production management path and network segmentation should be designed by the project team. |
| Reader support | Wiegand W26/W34/W66 and ZKTeco RS-485 protocol are documented | Confirm the exact reader and credential format before purchase. |
| Power | AC 100–240 V input; PoE IEEE 802.3at PSE 30 W outputs ×4 or ×8 depending on model | Power design for locks and accessories may require separate planning. |
| Inputs / outputs | 1 AUX input, 1 FIRE input, auxiliary and alarm relay outputs | Emergency and alarm behavior must be designed to local site requirements. |
| Form factor | 440 × 180 × 45 mm; standard 1U server-rack size | Rack, wall and desktop installation are documented. |
| Operating environment | 0°C to 45°C; 20% to 80% RH non-condensing | Controller location should remain within specified environmental limits. |
| Software | ZKBio CVSecurity; ZKBio Zexus mobile app listed by ZKTeco | Licensing, server sizing and enabled modules are configuration dependent. |
| Security functions | ZKTeco lists HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, AES256 and TLS 2.0 for InBioPC | Secure deployment also depends on network policy, credential handling and admin controls. |
| Warranty / availability | Configuration dependent | Contact FourTeck for current options and commercial terms. |
Choosing the correct controller starts with door count and access policy. Four doors in one secure zone may fit a different architecture from eight doors spread across separate server rooms, a loading area and an operations corridor. The buyer should also decide whether each door needs entry-only authentication, entry and exit readers, request-to-exit handling, door-position monitoring, anti-passback logic or a stronger multi-factor workflow. These choices influence reader quantity, cable routes, power supply requirements and how events are interpreted.
Credential capacity is rarely the only sizing issue. A data center with a few hundred authorized people may still need several controllers because physical zones are separated. Conversely, a large enterprise may have many registered users but only a small subset authorized for high-security areas. The design should therefore be based on zones, doors, credentials, event volume and operational rules together. FourTeck can help convert a door schedule and user policy into a clearer configuration before quote preparation.
Configuration and Buyer Guidance
The most important question is not “which access controller is strongest?” but “what must happen at each protected door?” A useful quote begins with a door-by-door requirement and the identity policy behind it.
How many doors and security zones?
Count controlled openings and group them by risk. A main data-hall door, network room, staging area and utility room may need different permissions. Confirm whether doors are in one building or distributed across floors or sites. The controller count depends on more than the total number because cable distance, zoning and resilience requirements can change the architecture.
Which identity method is appropriate?
Decide whether users will present RFID cards, fingerprints, QR credentials, face or hybrid biometrics, or a combination. Higher-risk entrances may need stronger identity assurance than internal service doors. Buyers should also review privacy, enrollment, lost-card handling, visitor access and whether existing corporate credentials need to be reused.
Will the readers and locks work together?
Reader protocol, credential format, lock voltage, fail-safe or fail-secure behavior, door sensor, exit request and emergency release all need to be compatible. Do not assume that an existing lock or badge technology can be retained without review. Send FourTeck the current reader model, credential type and door hardware if the project is an upgrade.
How will the system connect to the network?
Access control should be treated as a managed security system, not an unmanaged device placed on the corporate LAN. Plan IP addressing, VLAN separation, firewall policy, management access, time synchronization, software-server communication and remote support rules. The exact design belongs to the customer’s security policy, especially in a data center where administrative interfaces should be tightly controlled.
What happens during power or emergency events?
A door-control project must define behavior when mains power fails, a controller goes offline, fire input activates or a network path is interrupted. This involves controller power, lock power, backup power, emergency-release design and life-safety coordination. These requirements should be reviewed with the site’s facilities and safety teams rather than decided only from the access-control product specification.
What information should be sent for a quote?
Provide the number of doors, door types, preferred verification method, approximate user count, whether entry and exit readers are needed, existing badge technology, software expectations, site location, rack or wall placement, network readiness, installation requirement and expected project date. This information makes the quotation more useful and reduces avoidable revisions.
Ideal Data Center and Enterprise Use Cases
The solution is most useful where physical access to IT infrastructure needs stronger control than ordinary office entry. The right fit depends on risk, operational workflow and the number of protected zones.
Primary data halls and server-room entrances
Main technical areas are the clearest use case because unauthorized entry can expose servers, storage systems, network hardware and operational processes. A data-hall entrance may justify biometric or multi-method authentication, stricter schedules and closer event monitoring than a general office door. ZKTeco’s published data-center case used hybrid-biometric terminals at main entrances, demonstrating how a stronger verification point can be positioned at the boundary of the most sensitive space. The specific biometric method and privacy policy should be selected by the customer.
Network and telecom rooms
Core switches, carrier termination, firewall infrastructure and communication equipment may sit outside the main data hall but remain operationally critical. Access control helps restrict these rooms to authorized network or facilities teams. Card-based access may be sufficient in some organizations, while higher-risk sites may require biometric verification or two-step policy.
Co-location cages and customer zones
A co-location environment may need to separate customers, contractors and internal operations staff. Door groups and access levels can help ensure that one tenant’s authorized user does not gain access to another tenant’s area. The design must reflect the physical cage layout, shared corridors, emergency egress and visitor procedures.
Operations and monitoring rooms
Network operations centers, security operations rooms and facilities control spaces often contain privileged consoles or operational information. Access control can separate these rooms from general workplace areas and create a clearer record of entry events. If users move between several protected rooms, access groups and schedules should be designed consistently.
Backup media and secure storage
Some businesses retain backup appliances, removable media, spares, encryption devices or sensitive documents in dedicated rooms. These areas may have fewer daily visitors but still need strong accountability. A smaller access-control zone can be integrated into the wider platform so administrators do not have to manage an isolated standalone system.
Enterprise server rooms outside formal data centers
A company does not need to operate a commercial data center to benefit from this architecture. Corporate offices, hospitals, schools, factories, logistics companies and financial firms may maintain on-premise server or communications rooms. Where those rooms support business-critical applications, stronger access control can provide better separation from ordinary employee traffic.
A smaller organization should not automatically copy an enterprise data-center design. If only one or two doors require control, a simpler architecture may be more appropriate. Conversely, a large multi-room facility should avoid selecting a controller only because its user capacity looks high. FourTeck can help determine whether the project needs a compact door-control layout, several coordinated controllers, biometric entrance terminals, card readers, software expansion or a phased approach.
ZKTeco Data Center Access Control — Multi-Layer Identity Verification
The most important access-control feature is the ability to apply the right identity check to the right door. ZKTeco’s portfolio includes RFID readers, fingerprint-capable systems, QR credentials and face or hybrid-biometric terminals. This allows a project designer to avoid an all-or-nothing approach.
For example, a staff entrance into a general technical corridor may use a card reader, while the final entrance to a data hall may require a biometric terminal. A visitor may receive a temporary credential with restricted time and door permissions. An internal operations room may use a different group entirely. These decisions should come from the customer’s security policy rather than from a desire to use every available credential type.
The business outcome is more precise separation. Instead of asking whether a person is “authorized for the building,” the system can ask whether that person is authorized for a specific zone at a specific time using the selected verification method.
ZKTeco Data Center Access Control — Rack-Friendly Multi-Door Control
The InBioPC controller family is particularly relevant to technical environments because ZKTeco specifies a standard 1U server-rack form factor and supports rack, wall or desktop placement. InBioPC-400 can expand to four access points with DE10 door units, while InBioPC-800 can expand to eight. This allows a controller to be placed in a technical room where rack organization, controlled service access and structured cabling already exist.
The controller uses TCP/IP for network communication and provides PoE outputs for DE10 units. It also supports a webserver accessible through Wi-Fi for configuration. ZKTeco lists 40,000-user and card capacities, 4,000 fingerprint templates, 200,000 standard transactions, and multiple access-control functions. These figures describe the controller platform; they do not replace project sizing based on actual doors, event retention, software architecture and resilience requirements.
For buyers, the key decision is controller placement. A rack-friendly product is useful only if cable paths, lock power, network segmentation, rack space, environmental conditions and emergency wiring are also suitable. In some buildings, a distributed wall-mounted design near doors may be more practical. FourTeck can help compare these options against the actual site layout.
ZKTeco Data Center Access Control — Centralized Management and Security Policy
Centralized management is what turns several controlled doors into one operational system. ZKTeco documents ZKBio CVSecurity compatibility for InBioPC and has also shown centralized ZKBioSecurity use in a real data-center case. The exact software edition, modules, licensing, server requirements and integration scope must be confirmed for the chosen project, but the management layer can provide a common place for administrators to manage users, permissions and event activity.
For a data center, centralized policy helps when an employee changes role, a contractor finishes a task, a temporary visitor expires, or an incident requires access history. Administrators can structure access levels instead of programming each door independently. Functions such as groups, holidays and anti-passback can also support more disciplined movement rules when the chosen hardware and workflow are designed correctly.
Management convenience must not weaken security. The software server, controller interfaces and administrator accounts should be protected using the customer’s network and identity policies. ZKTeco lists encrypted protocols and AES256 on InBioPC, but secure operation also requires strong passwords, controlled admin roles, patch and firmware planning, network segmentation, backups and clear ownership.
Decision checklist
- Confirm where the management software will run and who administers it.
- Define user groups, door groups and time schedules before deployment.
- Decide how temporary contractors and visitors are enrolled and removed.
- Plan event retention, reporting and backup expectations.
- Restrict controller and server management access through network policy.
- Document handover responsibilities so the system remains manageable after installation.
What Buyers Should Check Before Purchase
The biggest purchase risk is selecting hardware before the door behavior, credential method and integration requirements are defined. A controller may support enough users and doors on paper but still be unsuitable if the existing readers, locks, power, network or safety workflow do not match the proposed design.
Configuration Fit
Confirm the exact number of doors, access points and security zones. Decide where card, fingerprint, QR or face verification is appropriate. Identify whether both entry and exit need readers, whether anti-passback is required and whether some doors need a higher level of verification. This determines the correct controller count and terminal mix more reliably than user capacity alone.
Compatibility Check
Review existing badge formats, reader protocols, locks, door sensors, exit buttons, fire input, network switches, cabling and rack space. ZKTeco documents Wiegand and RS-485 reader support on InBioPC, but that does not guarantee every existing third-party reader or credential is suitable. An upgrade project should begin with an inventory of what is already installed.
Availability and Warranty
Ask for the exact supplied model numbers, included door units, reader quantity, locks or accessories, software scope, installation work, warranty terms and expected delivery plan. Availability can change by component, quantity and supplier status. FourTeck can review commercial expectations before quote approval so the purchase order reflects the actual project rather than a generic solution name.
Quote Preparation
Provide FourTeck with door count, site location, preferred authentication method, approximate user population, required installation date, existing badge system, network readiness, rack or wall placement, visitor workflow and any required integration with CCTV, alarms or other security systems. Project drawings or a simple door schedule can make the quotation more accurate.
Buyers should also consider long-term operating cost. Replacing cards, maintaining biometric terminals, renewing software where applicable, keeping spare readers, updating firmware, changing access groups and supporting new doors all have lifecycle implications. A slightly simpler system that the internal team can maintain may be preferable to a feature-heavy design that is difficult to operate. FourTeck can help review these trade-offs before the bill of materials is finalized.
UAE Availability and Service Support
FourTeck supports ZKTeco access-control inquiries in Dubai and across the UAE with product selection, configuration review, quotation assistance, delivery coordination and warranty guidance. Availability is not treated as a fixed promise because a complete data-center access-control project can include different controllers, readers, terminals, door units, locks, credentials and software components. Current options depend on the selected design, quantity and supplier status.
If the site already has access-control hardware, FourTeck can help buyers identify the information needed for an upgrade review, including controller model, reader type, credential technology, lock voltage, door sensor wiring and current management software. This reduces the risk of buying new components that cannot be integrated cleanly with the existing system.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman Coverage
Businesses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman can contact FourTeck for access-control product selection, project planning and quotation support. The practical requirement may differ by site: a Dubai data-center operator may need a multi-zone biometric and card architecture, an Abu Dhabi enterprise may be upgrading an existing server-room system, a Sharjah industrial company may need restricted access around network and production-control infrastructure, while an Ajman business may be securing a smaller server room with only a few controlled doors.
FourTeck can help each buyer define the same essential project inputs—door count, security level, verification method, existing credentials, controller location, power, network, software and installation scope—without turning location into a substitute for technical sizing. Delivery and service arrangements depend on the final product list and project conditions.
GCC and Africa Availability
FourTeck also supports business technology inquiries across selected GCC and Africa markets through regional platforms and inquiry channels. Organizations in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain may need access-control designs for enterprise facilities, server rooms, telecom locations or regional data-center operations. In Kenya, Uganda and other Africa markets, similar requirements may involve central offices, managed IT sites, banking environments, healthcare facilities or technology infrastructure.
Availability, delivery options, warranty handling, software licensing and installation scope can vary by country and project. Buyers should provide the country, delivery location, quantity, required date, system size and preferred authentication method when requesting a quotation. This helps determine whether a specific ZKTeco configuration is practical for the target market.
Other Options Buyers May Consider
A data-center door-control project rarely stands alone. Networking, surveillance, firewalling and the choice of access-control platform can affect the final architecture. The following FourTeck resources are useful when building a broader infrastructure plan.
CCTV and Access Control Systems
Best for buyers who need access control as part of a wider physical-security project that may also include video surveillance, monitoring and integrated installation planning.
8 Port PoE+ Switch Options
Useful where IP security devices, cameras or other PoE endpoints require a managed network edge. Power budget and device compatibility must be checked separately.
FortiGate 3500G Data Center Firewall
Relevant to large data-center environments where physical access control sits alongside high-throughput network security and segmented infrastructure.
FourTeck IT Infrastructure Services
Useful when the access-control project is part of a larger server, network, cabling, security or infrastructure refresh.
Why Buyers Choose FourTeck for Access-Control Projects
The value of a supplier is strongest when the buying process reduces configuration mistakes. Access control involves readers, controllers, locks, credentials, power, software, cabling and site procedures, so a useful quotation should reflect how those pieces work together.
This approach is especially useful for projects where several departments are involved. Security may define the credential policy, IT may control the network, facilities may own locks and emergency behavior, and procurement may manage commercial terms. FourTeck can help collect the information needed for the quote without assuming that one department has all of the project details.
Buyers can start with the FourTeck UAE technology solutions overview or contact the sales team directly when a door schedule or project brief is ready.
ZKTeco Data Center Access Control FAQ
What is this solution used for?
It is used to control and record physical entry to sensitive technology areas such as data halls, server rooms, network rooms, operations spaces and secure storage. The design can combine readers or biometric terminals, multi-door controllers, locks and centralized software. The exact hardware is selected around the number of doors, user policy and security level.
Can ZKTeco support biometric and card access in the same project?
Yes, ZKTeco’s portfolio includes biometric terminals and RFID readers, and its published data-center case used hybrid-biometric terminals at main entrances with RFID readers at other internal access points. The same approach can be considered for a new project, but the selected terminals, controller compatibility and software scope must be confirmed before purchase.
How many doors can the current InBioPC controllers manage?
ZKTeco documents InBioPC-400 for up to four access points and InBioPC-800 for up to eight access points when used with DE10 door units. Controller quantity should still be based on physical zones, cable routing, resilience and installation layout. A project with eight doors may require more than one controller if the doors are distributed or operational separation is required.
Is the InBioPC controller suitable for a server rack?
ZKTeco specifies the InBioPC Series at 440 × 180 × 45 mm in a standard 1U server-rack size and lists rack, wall and desktop installation methods. A rack installation should still be checked for available space, ventilation, cable routing, controller security, network connectivity and the relationship between the controller and the remote door hardware.
Can FourTeck help choose readers and credentials?
Yes. Buyers can provide the preferred verification method, existing badge technology, number of doors, user groups and security policy. FourTeck can then help review which ZKTeco readers or terminals are appropriate for the requested design. Existing third-party credential compatibility should be verified before the quote is finalized rather than assumed from connector type alone.
Is the system available in Dubai?
FourTeck supports inquiries in Dubai and the wider UAE. Current availability depends on the selected controllers, readers, door units, software, quantity and supplier status. Because this is a configurable project solution, buyers should request availability against the actual bill of materials rather than assume that every component is held as a fixed bundle.
What should I provide before requesting a quote?
Send the number of doors, site location, approximate user count, preferred authentication method, whether entry and exit readers are required, existing credential technology, software expectations, rack or wall placement, installation requirement and target project date. A floor plan or door schedule is especially useful for larger sites because it shows how protected zones relate to each other.
Does ZKTeco support centralized access-control management?
ZKTeco lists ZKBio CVSecurity support for the InBioPC family, and its published data-center case used centralized ZKBioSecurity management with multiple controllers and readers. The correct software edition, licensing, server sizing, modules and integration requirements should be confirmed for the selected project. Centralized management can simplify user permissions and event review across several controlled doors.
Can the solution integrate with fire or alarm workflows?
The InBioPC specification lists a fire input, auxiliary input and alarm-related relay output, but actual emergency behavior is a project-design matter. Life-safety rules, lock fail mode, emergency release, local regulations and facility procedures must be reviewed with the responsible safety and facilities teams. Do not rely on a controller feature alone to define emergency egress behavior.
Can businesses request bulk or multi-site supply?
Yes, project and multi-site requirements can be discussed with FourTeck. For a useful bulk quotation, provide the number of sites, door count per site, preferred hardware standard, management architecture, delivery locations and deployment schedule. Standardizing components can simplify support, but every site should still be checked for local door hardware, cabling, network and power conditions.
Need Help Designing the Right Access-Control Configuration?
FourTeck can review the number of controlled doors, verification method, existing credentials, controller placement, network readiness, software requirements, installation scope, delivery location and warranty expectations before preparing a project quote.
Share the door count, site plan or door schedule, user estimate, preferred authentication method, current system details and required project date.