January 28, 2014 – by Peter B. Counter
Biometric services are an important part of modern day American airports. Thanks to passenger pre screening programs that leverage biometrics in order to expedite the security clearance process of flying, travelers who have enrolled themselves in the TSA’s Pre✓service no longer have to worry about annoyances that would have them removing their shoes and belts in a crowded public space.
Biometric credentials are also important on the other side of the equation. Maintenance workers, baggage workers, restaurant and retail employees all need regular and convenient access to the areas that require some of the highest levels of public security. If it’s already no fun making your way to your departure gate, imagine how arduous the process must be for the new Starbucks trainee. Thankfully, there are companies like MorphoTrust USA (Safran) ready to facilitate trusted credentialing for these people.
Yesterday, MorphoTrust announced that it has received a new contract on behalf of the Department of Transportation, Airports Division in Hawaii. The agreement will see the identity solutions provider handling the employee screening and badging process at seven major airports across the state. This will allow for all employees and staff working in said airports who need access to controlled and secured areas to have the credentials necessary to do so as mandated by the TSA.
Charles Carroll, the company’s senior vice president for identity services expands, saying: “MorphoTrust provides essential services that streamline the screening and badging of employees, improving efficiency and convenience by cutting down on processing times and making our airports safer for travelers. This is especially important in Hawaii, where well-staffed airports are essential for inter-island, mainland and international travel.”
The airports that will be benefiting from MorphoTrust’s screening and badging services are Honolulu International (HNL), Kona International (KOA), Hilo International (ITO), Kahului (OGG), Lanai (LNY), Molokai (MKK) and Lihue (LIH). Two weeks ago MorphoTrust also announced that it has received another contract from the TSA to provide the identity services required as part of the aforementioned Pre✓ service, putting it firmly on both ends of the secure airport experience.
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