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Unisys Delivers New Basic Provision Biometrics Solution to Dutch Custodial Institutions Service

BLUE BELL, Pa., July 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys Corporation's (NYSE: UIS) subsidiary in The Netherlands, Unisys Nederland N.V., today announced that it has been selected by the Dutch Custodial Institutions Service (DJI) to deliver, implement and manage a new Basic Provision Biometrics solution for penitentiaries across The Netherlands.

Unisys won the contract with a solution based on its open standards-based LEIDA platform for identity management software. The term of the contract is up to seven years, with the new system expected to go live at the end of 2014.

The Unisys solution replaces DJI's existing Basic Provision Biometrics, and will better integrate with the agency's new IT architecture, improve user experience, increase the speed of operation and lower its cost.

The Basic Provision Biometrics program uses biometric data such as fingerprints to verify detainees' identities during their time in custody. The program went live in 2008 so that penitentiaries, National Police, judiciary and probation services across The Netherlands could rely on technology to manage detainees' biometric data and maintain accurate records.

"Identity verification within penitentiaries should be a foolproof system," said A.L.C. Roelofs, deputy director of DJI. "To achieve this goal we are always looking for the best solutions to fit within our new information architecture."

DJI is responsible for approximately 12,000 prison cells in The Netherlands. Every year, each cell can hold four or five different occupants as detainees are moved between institutions, and as those who have served their sentences depart and new individuals arrive. The biometric data for approximately 25,000 persons is recorded in the database of the judicial service establishments every year.[1]

"Unisys brings to DJI years of global experience, gained from delivering some of the most significant biometric passport and ID schemes in the world," said Jim Vlaming, public safety and justice business lead at Unisys Nederland N.V. "In particular, our work with ITER, the international fusion project in the south of France, demonstrated that we have the technology and the knowledge to develop solutions that put people at the heart of the project."

Unisys has a record of successfully delivering biometrics solutions to reduce fraud and improve public services. These include projects with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Passports Division Section) and the Mexican Ministry of Internal Affairs and National Citizen Registry.

About Unisys
Unisys is a worldwide information technology company. We provide a portfolio of IT services, software, and technology that solves critical problems for clients. We specialize in helping clients secure their operations, increase the efficiency and utilization of their data centers, enhance support to their end users and constituents, and modernize their enterprise applications. To provide these services and solutions, we bring together offerings and capabilities in outsourcing services, systems integration and consulting services, infrastructure services, maintenance services, and high-end server technology. With approximately 23,000 employees, Unisys serves commercial organizations and government agencies throughout the world. For more information, visit www.unisys.com.

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[1] DJI papers PSA Heraanbesteding Basisvoorziening Biometrie (June 2013) and Programma van Eisen "Basisvoorziening Biometrie" (July 2013)

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Retailer Keeps Loss Prevention Low and Customer Satisfaction High with DigitalPersona Fingerprint Solution

Trusted partner for biometric identity verification solutions. (PRNewsFoto/DigitalPersona, Inc.)jwplayer.key="2kY/GKwZ2uQZmDlQ9VYArfZt2b4+KhHX3+DM4zisgtE=";REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- DigitalPersona, Inc., a trusted partner for biometric identity verification solutions, today announced that New Look, a leading China fashion retailer, has selected a Point-of-Sale (POS) system enabled with DigitalPersona® fingerprint technology. After a successful trial at six of the retailer's stores in February 2014, New Look is set to expand their use of biometrics in 16 of its stores by the end of 2014 — with longer-range plans to equip 100 stores by 2017. The retailer initially selected biometric technology as an alternative to passwords for improving time and attendance accuracy, but found it also enhances loss prevention and customer service.

Each New Look store has two to four POS terminals depending on the store size, which are shared by the retailer's employees. In the past, the potential for employees to clock in for each other existed, increasing the risk of payroll fraud. Prior to adopting fingerprint biometrics, New Look implemented six-digit passwords to enhance security. However, passwords were cumbersome for employees to remember and had to be changed every 90 days to meet security standards. As a result, the IT department at New Look's UK-based headquarters saw an uptick in the number of calls to reset forgotten passwords.

New Look employees now use their fingerprints to clock in and log on to the POS terminals, providing a more secure alternative to passwords. In turn, store managers and deputy managers must use their fingerprints to approve returns, discounts and overrides.

"We have seen customer service levels improve because employees are more efficient since they no longer have to remember complex passwords," said Sky Shen, senior IT consultant at New Look. "Biometrics has helped us stay below our one percent loss prevention standard since fingerprints are also now used for management authorization of overrides."

Incorporating biometrics to confirm positive identity creates a business advantage for retailers, such as New Look, which hopes to attract more franchise owners and open more stores as part of its expansion plans in China. New Look China is also considering recommending deployment at their UK headquarters.

"DigitalPersona's biometric solutions are assisting retailers worldwide in their efforts to reduce fraud, keep loss prevention rates low and improve customer service," said Richard Agostinelli, DigitalPersona president and CEO. "We're very pleased with the success that New Look, through their partnership with Cegid Group, has experienced with our technology and look forward to their continued growth."

See DigitalPersona at Retail Asia Expo in Cegid Group Booth #L35, June 10-12 in Hong Kong.

About DigitalPersona
DigitalPersona offers the world's broadest portfolio of biometrics-based identity verification solutions. Applications range from highly secure banking environments and complex government identity programs to point-of-sale retail systems. Our solutions verify the identity of more than 200 million authorized users worldwide and significantly reduce the risk of fraud, theft and unauthorized access. Offerings for end-users and system integrators include industry-specific software applications, complete SDKs and a full range of optical, silicon, touch, swipe and embedded readers. For more information call +1 650.474.4000 or send an email to pr@digitalpersona.com.

© 2014 DigitalPersona, Inc. All rights reserved. DigitalPersona® is a trademark of DigitalPersona, Inc. registered in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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GCR Inc. (GCR) Introduces "AirportIQ Secure Credentials," A Biometric Security And Continuous Credentialing Solution

NEW ORLEANS, April 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- GCR Inc. (GCR) introduces "AirportIQ Secure Credentials," a biometric security and continuous credentialing solution for the aviation and airport industry. AirportIQ Secure Credentials provides a comprehensive and trusted, biometrically-enabled security credential. Features include the continuous validation of background; verification of the identity of aviation workers; binding of biometric and biographic information to the individual; and improving the existing security badge enrollment processes.

This new system manages the entry and maintenance of identity information, both biographical and biometric; prints badges; interfaces with access control systems; maintains historical information; and provides easy deployment to off-site authorized signers. This new system provides a high level of identity assurance within the user and enables strong authentication for access to physical resources (doors, buildings, and other restricted areas).

AirportIQ Secure Credentials combines core biometric and credentialing functionality provided by ImageWare Systems (IWS), with business automation and other components built by GCR Inc. The result is a comprehensive solution that is actively being marketed to other airports.

The credentialing capability includes the following components, making up the base credentialing system:

Automatic background check interfacing with federal agencies, including continuous vetting of individuals holding credentials Card issuance and management Regulatory compliance functions, including automatic generation of audit lists Security and Airfield Enforcement Program, which allows security badge office users to enter tickets or other violations on badge holders Perimeter post access validation "GCR is pleased to be able to offer this new personnel credentialing and badging system to the airport industry. The significant capabilities it offers to help an organization manage the myriad operational and regulatory requirements is significant," said Phillip Brodt, Vice President and General Manager of Transportation & Security Solutions at GCR.

About GCR

GCR, a multi-disciplinary consulting firm with a focus on the aviation industry, has delivered solutions to airports for over 35 years. GCR's staff uses an in-depth understanding of the aviation industry, coupled with technological expertise, to develop and implement comprehensive solutions that address operational complexities in airport and aviation organizations. GCR delivers consulting services and technology solutions in aviation, disaster assistance recovery, nuclear power, public safety, and urban planning. For more information, visit http://www.gcrincorporated.com

Contact:
Phillip D. Brodt
Vice President / General Manager
GCR Inc.
2021 Lakeshore Drive, Suite 500
New Orleans, LA 70122
985-327-0880
pbrodt@gcrincorporated.com

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GCR Inc. (GCR) Introduces "AirportIQ Secure Credentials," A Biometric Security And Continuous Credentialing Solution

The credentialing capability includes the following components, making up the base credentialing system:

About GCR

Contact:
Phillip D. Brodt
Vice President / General Manager
GCR Inc.
2021 Lakeshore Drive, Suite 500
New Orleans, LA 70122
985-327-0880
pbrodt@gcrincorporated.com

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FST21, The Leading Biometric Access Solution Rebrands To FST Biometrics

NEW YORK, April 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- FST21, the leading biometric access solution provider, today announced its rebrand to FST Biometrics. As part of the initiative, the company will further concentrate its efforts on its In Motion Identification (IMID) technology. FST Biometrics' products, including IMID Access, IMID Digital Doorman and IMID Solo, will offer enterprises, campuses, venues and facilities secure access, at the speed of life.

FST Biometrics' products use a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis, and voice recognition to provide a seamless security experience for buildings, corporations, and secured facilities. The technology has the potential to make card keys and building sign-ins obsolete, while offering unparalleled security, as well as a seamless access experience across the board.

"As our team continues to establish our global presence, I believe this rebrand highlights our commitment to exceptional security and seamlessly convenient access in populated cities around the world. As the global population continues to grow, a need has surfaced for secure access to places, facilities and information without sacrificing one's way of life in lieu of restrictive security measures," stated Major-General Aharon Zeevi Farkash, Founder and CEO, FST Biometrics. "We are all looking forward to FST Biometrics' expanding business and technology advancements over the next year in the global market."

Over the past year, the Israeli-based company has formed a global presence by recently opening an office in 7 World Trade Center, solidifying a U.S. presence, while implementing its technology within various locations in the NYC area and across the United States. Locations include Knickerbocker Village, The Taino Towers, BYLA school in LA, and more. The technology is also being tested at hubs like Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport, the Israeli Diamond Exchange Enterprises and other locations around the world.

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ABOUT FST BIOMETRICS:
FST Biometrics is a leading biometric access control solutions provider. FST Biometrics' IMID product line provides top security and convenience by fusion of real time information for fast and automatic access control. It's hassle-free and allows authorized users quick and convenient access. The IMID technology implements a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis and voice recognition.

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8KMiles Launches EzIAM to Enable Complete IAM Solution with Convenience of a Cloud-Based Service

SAN RAMON, Calif., Feb. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- 8KMiles, a leading global secure cloud solutions company powered by FuGen Solutions, today announced the launch of EzIAMTM, combining the power of reliable user provisioning and user management solutions with the benefits of a hosted, cloud-based deployment model for the fastest way to implement Identity and Access Management (IAM).

EzIAMTM is built on mature IAM technologies currently deployed by thousands of customers worldwide. It is aimed at Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) and large enterprises that want a more flexible consumption model of SaaS via the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud or a secure virtual private cloud.EzIAMTM, customers reap the benefits of a SaaS-based service with reduced CAPEX costs, IT overhead, and solution complexity while increasing business agility, scale and flexibility along with 8KMiles' patented Federation Partner On-Boarding technology (MISPTM).

Customers can pay-as-they-go with individual services, or subscribe to all EzIAMTM services, centrally managed through a single dashboard. Core capabilities of EzIAMTM include advanced authentication, federated SSO and Identity Management and Governance services. Together, these three elements provide companies with low-friction, strong authentication and fraud detection, cross-domain SSO for optimum user convenience and productivity, and user lifecycle management with delegated administration and self-service access requests, password reset and profile management.

"SMBs have traditionally been disenfranchised with IAM due to the high costs, complexity, and operational demands," said Lena Kannappan, COO of 8KMiles. "With the continued explosive growth of SaaS services and the changing landscape of the business ecosystem, SMBs need a managed service that can grow with them, take care of their needs and help them quickly and painlessly establish secure business partnerships."

"IAM is hard, so we're excited to help remove complexity and friction from traditional IAM by combining it with our patented technologies," said Tony Goulding, VP Cloud Identity Solutions Presales at 8KMiles. "It's a solid combination with real, unique value. As demands on IT grow, with little or no increase in budget, EzIAMTM gives IT professionals an opportunity to focus more resources on growth and innovation."

"As cloud adoption increases exponentially every day, IAM is in greater demand," said Anand Kumar, VP Sales at 8KMiles. "Customers are demanding more choices along with a simplified identity, access and governance experience. Older, non-flexible systems are no longer meeting the needs of today's business. The 8KMiles solution is the ideal alternative for our customers to consume IAM their way."

EzIAMTM is available immediately. 8KMiles has more than six years of experience in cloud solutions. 8KMiles' team of cloud experts and enterprise-level cloud architecture is robust and tailored in its approach, helping companies power their cloud and go-to-market strategies, while achieving greater cloud computing savings and efficiencies. Please visit www.8kmiles.com for more information.

About 8KMiles

8KMiles is a global secure cloud solutions company based in the U.S. 8KMiles provides digital technology solutions - SMAC (Social, Mobile, Analytics and Cloud) for seamless connectivity between consumers, SMBs, enterprises and government agencies secured with EzIAMTM and our patented MISPTM platform for accelerated Partner federations. For more information about 8KMiles, visit www.8kmiles.com.

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MedNet Solutions Announces Latest Release Of Its Innovative iMedNet EDC eClinical Solution

MINNETONKA, Minn., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- MedNet Solutions, a global life sciences technology company specializing in clinical study management systems, is pleased to announce that the latest version of iMedNet™ EDC has been released to the iMedNet user community. iMedNet EDC provides an exceptionally flexible, intuitive and affordable cloud-based eClinical platform ideally suited to Sponsors and CROs wanting to quickly and easily build their own studies.

Release highlights include:

CRF Dashboard – A novel new query management tool providing streamlined access to all queries, query histories, data field changes and approval histories…all from within the case report form (CRF) record. Auto Query – An extremely efficient mechanism to automatically apply and remove queries, and manually intervene when necessary. UAT Environment – Greatly simplifies user acceptance testing (UAT) prior to initial study release and mid-study updates. Productivity Enhancements – Numerous updates have been implemented throughout iMedNet…from Casebook Manager to Datasets on Demand…further augmenting clinical research efficacy."This latest release clearly demonstrates MedNet's ongoing commitment to streamlining the clinical research process," stated Tony Brown, iMedNet Product Manager at MedNet Solutions. "We'll continue to refine and improve iMedNet over time to ensure it's the best eClinical solution available anywhere. We'll never rest on our laurels."

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About MedNet Solutions

MedNet Solutions is a leading healthcare technology company specializing in electronic data capture (EDC) and clinical trial management systems (CTMS) designed for the global life sciences market. MedNet delivers proven, flexible and easy-to-use web-based eClinical solutions that effectively support clinical studies, registries and investigator initiated trials of all types and sizes. Since 2001, MedNet has successfully supported pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology and contract research organizations (CROs) on clinical research conducted around the world. These companies trust MedNet to consistently deliver the technology innovation, experience and reliability they need for success. For more information, please visit www.mednetstudy.com.

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Fonetic Adds Voice Biometrics To Its Award-Winning Dodd-Frank Record Keeping Compliance and Trade Reconstruction Solution

MADRID, Nov. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fonetic today announced it has integrated voice biometrics capabilities into its Dodd-Frank Trading Record Keeping Compliance Solution. Fonetic is the first solution provider to utilize voice biometrics to enhance bank compliance with Dodd-Frank Title VII mandates for accurate voice and data record keeping, and as a means for compliance officers to greatly improve risk and fraud detection and prevention.

Fonetic's solution captures, indexes, analyzes and extracts relevant unstructured data from all voice, email and chat interactions to create a fully-searchable database of all communications pertaining to a bank's traders and trades. By adding biometric voice analysis, Fonetic empowers banks to verify a caller's identity, track their interactions, and authenticate transactions based on their unique voiceprint. With even the smallest voice sample, Fonetic can scan millions of calls and cross-match voiceprints with other known criteria – such as call content – to identify the caller. Once identified, the caller's voice becomes searchable data that banks can use to facilitate regulatory inquiries or quickly identify inappropriate trading behaviors.

"Voice recordings play a critical role in helping banks maintain regulatory compliance and protect themselves against risk and fraud, but they become an infinitely more powerful tool when banks can use them to verify who is actually speaking with whom," said Juan Manuel Soto, CEO, Fonetic. "Fonetic's new biometric voice analysis capability helps banks 'connect the dots' between the speaker and their words, which improves communication transparency and increases protection for the organization."

Soto continues, "For banks looking to implement a Dodd-Frank trading record keeping solution before the April 2014 deadline, Fonetic's solution is still the only fully-functioning and proven platform available on the market, and we continue to drive industry innovation by being the first to integrate biometric voice analysis."

Fonetic's voice biometrics capabilities benefit banks in numerous ways, including:

Trader Identification/Verification: With only a few seconds of conversation, Fonetic can quickly verify a trader's identity. This is very useful to track traders conducting business from phones other than their designated line or traders who try to mask their identity. It can also flag restricted talk among traders or identify who was speaking during conference calls. Counterparty Recognition: Fonetic can help banks identify counterparties with whom their traders frequently speak. This could be used to trace deals from a broker's perspective, such as whether the broker has requested several prices from the bank. It can also be used to set up a black list of brokers and traders with whom the bank does not wish to work, and track them even if they switch to a new financial institution. Trade Reconstruction: Recognizing the same voice or group of voices in different calls simplifies trade reconstruction. Filtering by voiceprint pairs can help banks find pre-deal, deal and post-deal conversations with the same counterparty or broker independent of the financial institution involved. Compliance and Reporting: Identifying and analyzing calls belonging to the same trader and counterparty can be used for statistical reports, such as how long or often traders speak with clients, or to create alerts, such as tracking suspected financial abuse or calls with black-listed traders.Fonetic's award-winning Trading Record Keeping Compliance Solution was developed in 2009 for Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) to proactively prevent market abuse and adhere to stringent legislation. The solution, also implemented globally by The Santander Group, can monitor communications in up to 79 different languages and dialects, enabling compliance officers to find specific information and reconstruct all interactions associated with a trade in moments.

Fonetic's voice biometrics technology is provided by AGNITIO, the worldwide market leader in voice biometrics solutions for the government and commercial sectors, whose extensive customer base includes police, intelligence, military and other government organizations, as well as banks and financial institutions in more than 35 countries. AGNITIO's sophisticated algorithms allow for more accurate calculations of Likelihood Ratios involved in speaker verification, providing the highest level of accuracy, flexibility, and performance.

About Fonetic
Fonetic helps businesses and institutions get to know and understand their customers better. The company works with major international banks, contact centres and utility companies including Vodafone, Telefonica, Santander, BBVA and Direct Line (Linea Directa). Fonetic brings social media, data analytics, sentiment analysis and unstructured data together into a single multi-channel, multi-language solution that decodes customer behaviour and makes recommendations on how to act. Its Dodd-Frank Record Keeping Compliance Solution is the only linguistic-based solution in the market that enables banks to meet the latest record keeping requirements on derivative and swap trading ahead of the April 2014 compliance deadline.

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