While traditional access control systems might prompt a user to provide a proximity card or a smart card to gain access to a protected resource, a biometric security system requires the user to present their fingerprint (or other biometric) to the system, which is then matched against a stored image to verify the user's identity. Biometric access control systems tie a unique physical attribute of a user to the data that they are allowed to access. The most common biometric access systems use fingerprints, but these systems can also use iris and retinal scans, hand geometry, and facial recognition technology. Biometric technology represents significant security advancement because it physically proves an individual's identity.

Many companies are now Facing Increased Security Challenges Including:

• How to control access to restricted areas and facilities
• How to protect confidential data and valuable Intellectual Property (IP)
• How to link the action to the user
• How to protect against the fraudulent use of identity
• How to protect against the threat of terrorism

The combination of these many challenges now means that reliance on existing authentication methods such as PINS, passwords and smart cards alone is sometimes not enough. Organizations and government departments are seeking ways to enhance the security of their facilities and IT systems. Biolock UK offers a simple but powerful solution to perimeter authentication requirements –– both logical and physical –– by combining existing security methods with biometrics.

The Biometric Answer

Biolock product’s solves this problem and all the associated issues including problems with lost cards, forged cards and worn or damaged cards. For users the system also has the advantage of removing the need to carry cards or remember pin numbers.