A visitor management program provides protocol for managing visitors. Popular in schools and businesses, visitor management programs encourage safety and security by identifying and tracking guests. A visitor management program uses an ID card printer, visitor management software and a barcode scanner. ID card printers make printing badges easy, and can produce time-expiring adhesive name badges. Visitor management software, such as Alpha Track , streamlines the process of designing and producing badges. It also tracks attendance and produces custom reports and alerts. Barcode scanners provide quick information from cards, and can be used to verify credentials. Visitor badges are especially popular for security and safety in schools, hospitals and corporations.