HID News

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced the appointment of Jos Beernink as Vice President Europe for its Physical Access Control (PACS) business. In this role, Beernink will lead HID’s strategy, sales and operations across the whole European region, helping organisations leverage trusted identity and access control technologies to create a secure, smarter and more efficient workplace and physical spaces. Prior roles of Beernink  Beernink brings more than 2...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, has achieved Texas Risk and Authorisation Management Program (TX-RAMP) certification for its Public Key Infrastructure as a Service (PKIaaS) solution. This certification demonstrates HID’s commitment to cybersecurity excellence and enables Texas state and local government to confidently engage with approved, trusted providers to procure secure, cloud-based certificate lifecycle management services with faster timelines and reduced administrati...

On Wednesday, November 19, starting at 08:00 CST, ASSA ABLOY hosts its Capital Markets Day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Nico Delvaux, President & CEO and Erik Pieder, CFO, will provide an update on ASSA ABLOY’s strategy and direction, including an overview of the company’s strategic objectives and priorities to accelerate profitable growth.  The financial targets of an EBIT-margin of 16-17% and annual sales growth of 10% over a business cycle are re-confirmed. No deta...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, is proud to announce that its new Textile Services platform, powering next-generation linen management, has received a Red Dot Award recognising excellence in design concept, interaction, UI and user experience. The hospitality industry often struggles with inflated linen costs and high stress due to outdated inventory systems and chronic overstocking. While many existing RFID solutions offer basic tracking, they fail to turn raw data into...

The healthcare industry faces unique and significant security challenges. Healthcare security professionals must balance an open, welcoming environment for patients and visitors with the need to protect valuable assets and personnel in a high-stress, 24/7 setting. These requirements direct the physical security technologies deployed in medical facilities. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the unique aspects of the healthcare market, and how should the physical security industry ad...

How do you rethink and transform building access for a 241-year-old company? BNY started by asking employees. The response was encouraging. The BNY team found that employees embraced the concept of mobile access solutions. The thought of implementing access solutions was already being considered by the company and the team was excited about the idea of providing a modern experience that allows employees worldwide to conveniently access their building spaces with a simple iPhone or Apple Watch....

Emphasising proactive rather than reactive security shifts the focus from dealing with crises and damage control to prevention. Advantages of a proactive approach include cost efficiency, better business continuity, and fewer crises that draw attention away from strategic improvements. Staying ahead of threats is a core mission of the security department, and technology has evolved to enable security professionals to deliver on that mission better than ever. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable:...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces it has signed an agreement to acquire IDmelon, a Vancouver-based secure sign-in solution provider that streamlines the adoption of passwordless authentication through its proprietary software platform. IDmelon’s offering allows users to turn existing identifiers, such as a physical credential, smartphone, or biometric, into enterprise-grade FIDO security keys. In addition to its software solution, IDmelon offers hardware that support...

Azure Access Technology, a U.S.-based manufacturer of enterprise-grade access control hardware platforms, proudly announces the appointment of Joseph Grillo to its Board of Directors. A recognized pioneer in the electronic security and identification industry, Grillo brings over 30 years of experience driving growth and innovation in the security technology sector. Integration timelines and supports Azure Access Technology empowers software-focused enterprises to build world-class access cont...

At Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, HID reaffirms its authority in identity and access control with a lineup of solutions designed to advance security while streamlining the user experience. This includes cutting-edge mobile access technology, passwordless authentication and a comprehensive portfolio of high-definition, high-security printers and cloud-based issuance platforms, all designed to improve operational efficiency and strengthen security for organisations navigating connected wor...

Multiple technology trends are transforming the physical access control market. There is a fundamental shift away from physical cards and keys toward digital identities — mobile credentials, digital wallets, biometrics, and cloud-native access platforms. These next generation access solutions are radically reshaping how buildings operate, protect staff, and perform functionally. At the same time, AI and analytics solutions are being layered onto these physical access control systems to su...

HID, the pioneer in trusted identity and authentication solutions, announces that it has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech 2025 by Great Place to Work UK, a testament to the company's leadership in the trusted identity and access control industry. The award celebrates organisations that invest in their people to create exceptional employee experiences. HID has earned its place on the list following the results of an independent, anonymous survey of its UK emp...

Data overload is real. Sometimes it seems we are bombarded by the sheer volume, velocity, and variety of data available in our personal lives, and in our work lives. The solution is to figure out how to make sense of the data and transform it into real information we can use. In the case of physical security systems, new opportunities are emerging every day to utilise data to make our businesses safer and better managed. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the expanding role of...

The sheer volume of smart locks, lock management systems, connected readers and an increasing array of Internet of Things (IoT) devices complicates the issuance and management of certificates that are foundational to establishing trust between a device and the credential used to access it. That’s why more companies are turning to PKIaaS for IoT devices. But there’s another reason to consider PKIaaS: the rise of quantum computing. Secure digital communications Gartner predict...

HID, the pioneer in trusted identity and authentication solutions, announced that it successfully supported Stockholm's public transit authority, Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL), in transforming the daily travel experience for hundreds of thousands of passengers in the capital through a comprehensive digital ticketing modernisation program. The initiative has eliminated paper tickets and enabled seamless contactless payments across buses, ferries, trams and metro stations. The technology u...

Students deserve a safe and positive environment where they can learn and thrive. Teachers and administrators should be able to focus on their primary role of educating students because they feel supported and protected by a comprehensive security plan. Staff require a clear protocol for responding to emergencies. And parents deserve peace of mind that their children are safe during the school day. One of the tools for safer schools is physical security technology. We asked our Expert Panel Roun...

SwiftConnect is excited to expand into the higher education market through its landmark deployment of NFC-enabled digital student ID cards for the University of Arizona. Earlier this month, the university announced that its 53,000 students and 16,000 faculty and staff can now add their CatCard to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android Phone to access campus buildings, purchase meals, and experience many other campus moments with a single tap of their mobile...

Physical security and cybersecurity are deeply intertwined in today’s systems. A weakness in one realm can quickly lead to a breach in the other, and vice versa. However, given the symbiotic relationship, why do physical security systems so often fall short when it comes to cybersecurity protection? We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: Why does cybersecurity continue to be a weak link for physical security systems?

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has acquired Intelligent Observation, a major platform provider for hand hygiene compliance, designed to enable healthcare facilities to reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) through proper hand hygiene practices. The addition of Intelligent Observation expands HID’s offering and relevance in the Healthcare RTLS space to further meet the growing needs of healthcare facilities. “Patients enter the hospital lo...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and access management solutions, has announced a new line of FIDO-certified credentials—now powered by the new Enterprise Passkey Management (EPM) solution— designed to help organisations deploy and manage passkeys at the enterprise scale. New research from FIDO Alliance shows that while 87% of enterprises are adopting passkeys, nearly half of those that are yet to deploy cite complexity and cost concerns as primary barriers. HID’s...

HID, the pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced that Chester Race Company, owner of the world’s oldest racecourse still in operation, has adopted Near Field Communication (NFC)-based ticketing technology – the first major sports venue in the UK to adopt an end-to-end solution provided by HID. Leveraging HID’s Event Management Platform (EMP) and Janam’s rugged XT3 handheld scanners, the organisation has revolutionised its guest admissions process, offering a sea...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as providing HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public transportation space, particularly in Spain, the European...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Calmell, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets. "I am very pleased to welcome Calmell to ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within smart cards, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Public transportation ecosystem “Calmell is a fantastic addition to our growing public transportation ecosystem, and...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets, and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as provides HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public transportation space, particularly in Spain, the European...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and biometric solutions; and ASSA ABLOY, a pioneer in access solutions, are proud to announce that their self-boarding biometric eGate — the BG100 Speedgate — has received a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025 in the interior design elements category. The BG100 Speedgate is a next-generation solution that seamlessly integrates the HID® Facepod™ and document reader with ASSA ABLOY&rsquo...

With a vast portfolio of smart locks, lock management systems, and connected readers, ensuring strong authentication, data integrity, and compliance with global regulations is essential. To meet these challenges, ASSA ABLOY is leveraging the long-time IoT expertise of HID to implement HID PKI-as-a-Service. This strategic deployment is not just about protecting millions of connected devices but also about future-proofing ASSA ABLOY’s security infrastructure for years to come. Cryptographi...

A key characteristic of many successful companies is that good ideas come from everyone, not just specific departments or job titles. What one person sees as obvious may be questioned by someone else who is less familiar with the product or process.  This simple interaction can spark a whole new, faster, and better approach. While valuing tradition is important, if someone uses the phrase “that’s how we’ve always done it,” it’s essential to analyse the process...

In the past, security installers and integrators were used almost exclusively to install hardware. However, the role is changing and expanding along with the technologies used in the physical security industry. Nowadays, an installer or systems integrator is much more likely to use a strategic, IT-centric, and data-driven approach. To gain additional insights, we asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How is the role of the security installer/integrator changing?

Wavestore, a pioneering provider of flexible and scalable video management solutions, announces Blind Spot 2025, a new one-day event taking place on June 26, 2025, at the company’s North American headquarters in Ottawa. Designed for consultants, integrators, and end-users, Blind Spot aims to spotlight the unseen forces shaping the future of security-from AI blind spots and evolving threats to missed opportunities in operational insight. Event speakers lineup The event will feature keyno...

HID, pioneer in trusted identity and access management solutions, announced the launch of HID Integration Service, a platform that integrates physical security, cybersecurity and digital identity management. This integration platform-as-a-service (IPaaS) was designed to empower application developers, solution integrators and software vendors to seamlessly and rapidly integrate essential physical security solutions, streamlining processes and enhancing system interoperability. Integration...