Government in the forefront of Biometric implementation

Like many Governments around the world, the Australian Federal Government has seen the need for improved security and has embraced Biometric technology.  They have done their research and are now implementing Biometric solutions.

Recently, Centrelink put out a tender for 31,000 Biometric fingerprint scanners.  Their need for security and privacy of client records was not being adequately served by a system of passwords.  As a result, Centrelink have selected a fingerprint scanner as a secure log-on device for their PC's.

In his recent budget speech, the Federal Treasurer, Peter Costello said - " We are also committing $226 million to further enhance border protection, including new technologies such as ePassports and Biometrics, to help border authorities to verify traveler's identities quickly and reliably."

With the Government leading the way, we can all look forward to coming into contact with Biometric technology to help protect us and ensure our security in the future.