Secure & Simple Access: Why SSO is a Game-Changer for Leisure Staff

You wouldn't hand out a key to your entire leisure centre without knowing who's using it - so why leave your digital systems open to risk? When staff have multiple logins for different platforms, passwords get shared, reused, or written down, increasing the risk of unauthorised access. In fact, a fifth of the public admit to using the same password across multiple sites and devices (IET), making it even easier for a stolen or leaked password to put your systems at risk. 

The situation is worse when you consider what those passwords often are. In the UK, the most commonly used passwords include shockers like “123456”, “password”, and “qwerty”, all of which can be cracked in seconds by even the most basic hacking tools (Techsol). When these insecure habits are carried into the workplace, especially in public-facing leisure centres, it creates a huge vulnerability.

As the leading provider of leisure management software, we take data security extremely seriously and recognise that operators across all sectors - whether gyms, community centres, or universities - face challenges in managing user access across multiple platforms. That's why we've introduced Single Sign-On (SSO) for staff - a smarter, more secure way to manage staff access. 

How does SSO improve access for your staff?

SSO lets staff log in once and securely access all the Gladstone applications they need - without juggling multiple passwords. Instead of remembering different credentials for every platform, staff get seamless access with one secure login. The result? Less hassle, fewer security risks, and a smoother experience for everyone.

Strengthen Security & Reduce Risk

Leisure centres handle large amounts of personal and financial data every day. Without strong access management, weak passwords, outdated logins, and manual user management can leave gaps in security.  SSO locks this down by: 

• Reducing Security Risks: Staff only need one secure login, meaning no more multiple passwords or risky shared credentials. With password reuse a common issue, SSO minimises this risk across your organisation.
• Controlling Where Staff Can Log In: By whitelisting IP addresses, you decide which locations can access your systems, stopping unauthorised remote logins. 
• Instantly Revoking Access: When a staff member leaves, their login can be immediately removed across all platforms, eliminating security blind spots. 
• Supporting Multi-Factor-Authentication (MFA): Add an extra layer of protection, so even if a password falls into the wrong hands, unauthorised access is blocked. 

Available Exclusively for Gladstone Customers

SSO is built specifically for leisure operators and will only be available in Gladstone applications, including Operator, Consumer, and Gladstone360. SSO for consumers is on our roadmap and coming soon!

Ready to Take Control? 

Managing staff access doesn’t have to be complicated. With SSO, you get a simple, secure, and efficient solution designed to keep your business safe. Ready to upgrade your security? Activate SSO today and protect your leisure centre.