The key to public and private sector convergence

A growing number of countries are now deploying national ID cards to help citizens access services and identify themselves when interacting with both local and national government agencies. Some states issue a simple plastic or printed card that acts as little more than a personal identifier when accessing basic government services. But many are now deploying smart cards, giving citizens even more opportunities to engage with their governments in both the online and offline worlds. When governments opt for smart cards, they invariably require some form of automated biometric technology so the card can always be linked to the cardholder. With more countries choosing eID that combines biometrics with smart cards, there are opportunities for the card to perform an even broader range of functions. Jonas Andersson, VP of Business Development, Precise Biometrics reports.