Idemia North America has revealed that it is the technology provider behind the Kansas Bureau of Investigation’s (KBI) upgraded Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS). While the upgrade itself was first implemented several months ago, Idemia is now confirming that its Storm ABIS technology powers the $6.9 million overhaul of the state’s fingerprint database.
The system is described as the industry’s first cloud-native ABIS, and is designed to enable faster, more accurate fingerprint and palm print searches for law enforcement agencies across the state.
The KBI’s previous Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) had become outdated and unsupported, prompting the bureau to seek a more advanced solution. Idemia’s ABIS system, which went live on May 1, 2024, holds over two million fingerprint records and more than 590,000 palm prints, significantly improving the state’s capacity to handle biometric identification and solve complex cases.
In addition to enhancing local crime-solving efforts, the system allows for seamless integration with the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) database and the Missouri AFIS, broadening the scope of cross-jurisdictional investigations.
Idemia’s Storm ABIS is notable for its cloud-native architecture, which simplifies deployment and reduces the need for dedicated hardware. By operating through the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace, the system is designed to stay up-to-date with the latest biometric matching algorithms, security patches, and features. This ensures that even smaller law enforcement agencies can access sophisticated biometric identification tools without requiring complex, on-premise setups.
The vendor’s involvement also highlights a broader shift toward cloud-based biometric solutions in law enforcement. IDEMIA’s platform allows agencies to manage fingerprint and palm print records remotely, contributing to operational efficiency while ensuring the security of sensitive data.
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September 25, 2024 – by the ID Tech Editorial Team
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