Key management incorporates the secure generation, distribution and storage of keys. Whether it's a key to your house or a major corporation, government department or military installation, management of the key system is of equal importance to those affected by it. Knowing who has access to which areas is an important management tool that should not be over looked. Nowadays this is often controlled by electronic access control systems however, there is still a very important place for mechanical key systems, and this is generally dictated by cost