CARMEL, IN - September
14, 2010 - Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider
of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart
credentials and readers, and Identification Systems Group (ISG) have partnered
to deliver innovative printing, personalization, enrollment and issuance products.
The partnership pairs Schlage technology with the expansive expert network
of ISG Members in North America.
Trends in security convergence
and identity management make it vital to streamline the credential issuance
process and its activation. The ISG developed an automated method of issuing
the credentials using Datacard® ID card printers. When the contactless
credential is being printed, the ISG system will read the access control number
from the secure Schlage sector and populate the access control database to
increase efficiency and throughput. For other applications, the system can
write information and keys to any sector of the contactless credential. In
addition, the powerful ISG synchronization tools allow for data to be sent
to other applications that need it.
"Our customers have
asked us for a more automated credential issuance process and the partnerships
help us deliver on that," says John Menzel, director of business development
for Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies. "Paired with ISG's expansive
network of members, we're able to offer this solution on a much larger scale.
This partnership represents our commitment to help offer expanded credential
solutions to our customers."
"The integration
between these two technology companies has given our members and customers
a valuable alternative to proprietary solutions on the market today,"
emphasizes Roger Sigler, executive director of ISG.
About Identification Systems Group
ISG Identification Systems Group (ISG) is a nationwide network of local experts in identification, security, and card personalization, providing high quality, cost effective solutions backed by local support and the strength of our Professional Services Certification program. Each company works together to provide seamless nationwide support and collaboration in the identification and card issuance industry. www.IdentificationSystemsGroup.com