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Mobile devices, such as smartphones and wearables, are increasingly responsible for handling identification and authentication. Consequently, the necessity for a centralized system that consolidates all access management has become imperative, stated HID on the sidelines of GITEX Global 2023.
HID, the world’s leading provider of trusted identity solutions, showcase its latest innovations in secure identity issuance and identity management at GITEX Global 2023 under the theme, “Secure, Sustainable, Future-proof Solutions”.
Between 16 and 20 October, from Hall 5, Stand A15, at the Dubai World Trade Center, HID demonstrated to GITEX delegates how the company has come to power the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things.
“Customers are seeking dependable solutions that not only facilitate smooth and adaptable experiences within a fully integrated and future-proof framework, but also prioritize data privacy and compliance. With the growing interconnectedness and security concerns of numerous individuals, locations, and devices, the delivery of comprehensive security solutions that are both robust and sustainable is of paramount importance. This is precisely the commitment that HID extends to its clientele throughout the region, through a range of cutting-edge products and solutions,” said Bilal Saleem, Channel Partner Sales Manager, IAMS, MEA, HID.
HID showcased HID® FARGO® Connect™ — the industry’s first cloud-native card issuance platform — paired with card printing innovations such as the HID FARGO HDP6600 retransfer card printer and the DTC1500 direct-to-card printer — to demonstrate how the solution simplifies card issuance while increasing security.
The company also introduced its HID ELEMENT™ UV Ink Printer and Laser Engraver card personalization solutions — specifically designed to meet the high-volume and high-security requirements of large organizations such as government entities and financial institutions.
Additionally, company experts explained how HID PIAM (physical identity and access management) solutions reduce the costs and risks associated with onboarding, badging, visitor management, access management and compliance.
Through exhibited products, HID demonstrated its dedication to developing more sustainable solutions and how product lifecycle and environmental impact considerations are central to the design of every HID solution — many of which are GreenCircle® Certified for their energy-saving and other eco-friendly attributes.
“Currently, within the region, we are observing various trends, with sustainability being a predominant focus. It is crucial for us to align our product and solution offerings with this trend, ensuring that they are sustainable for our customers and their organizations. In line with this, HID products have obtained significant green certifications, emphasizing dematerialization, energy efficiency, and product sustainability. By prioritizing the product lifecycle within our manufacturing procedures, we have obtained certifications such as ISO 14,001, among others, providing our customers with more sustainable solutions,” added Bilal Saleem.
He further added, “Furthermore, our commitment to sustainability was acknowledged last year when our center of excellence in Galway was honored for its dedication to sustainable practices. Additionally, our widespread global presence, especially our strong market presence in MEA and Europe, along with offices across multiple countries, facilitates simplified and more efficient logistics, enabling our customers to reduce carbon emissions from shipping to international destinations.”
Ensuring that HID solutions remain future-proof is a key priority, particularly in response to the increasing prevalence of mobile devices. HID recognizes the shift toward digital IDs for authentication, leading to the proliferation of mobile access deployments.