HID Global announced the launch of its HID Mobile Access solution in India that delivers a more secure and
convenient way to open doors and gates while introducing a simple secure identity management process. The solution makes use of increasingly popular BYOD mobility environments, using Bluetooth Smart and NFC-enabled smartphones and other mobile devices as an alternative to keys and smart cards. It will also introduce the company’s patented “Twist and Go” gesture technology which will make it possible for users
to unlock doors and open gates from a distance.
According to IDC, enterprise mobility will reach US$ 1,871 million market by 2017 in India with sectors like transport, communications, utility, media and BFSI becoming the key driving verticals for enterprise mobility. “HID Global’s mobile access solution will help organizations take advantage of the latest technology advances to improve security, convenience and user experience. We already see growing Indian enterprises adopting mobility and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Large enterprise CIOs and Chief Innovation Officers are keen to understand how personal devices like smartphones can be further empowered to boost employee productivity and growth,” says Ranjit Nambiar, Director, IAM, India & SAARC, HID Global.
The solution enables the use of digital credentials on NFC enabled smartphones to open doors and significantly improves security while enhancing the user experience by making it easier to deploy and manage keys, as the digital key can be downloaded remotely in real time. HID Global has also created a unique and user friendly HID Secure Identity Service(tm) portal. The portal is designed for administrators to conveniently and efficiently manage the portal by simply sending users an invitation to download and register an HID Mobile Access App directly to their Bluetooth- or NFC-enabled phones, so that Mobile IDs can be immediately issued, provisioned or revoked over the air.