Connected Technologies has announced a new collaboration with Farpointe Data, based in San Jose, California, to broaden the support for Apple and Google Wallet credentials by incorporating CONEKT® mobile-ready readers. This development aims to offer a more cost-efficient alternative to many other NFC wallet solutions currently available.
The increasing prevalence of mobile access control is transforming secure physical identity management. The new Connect ONE® wallet card solution takes advantage of the phone’s in-built wallet application, assisting dealers in transitioning users to mobile credentials seamlessly.
Integration with NFC access badges
“Going beyond just a competitive cost, Connected Technologies' integration with Farpointe's CloudCONEKT® benefits security integrators by deploying NFC access badges – Apple and Google, to end-users with a simple, quick, and repeatable solution that requires minimal planning,” stated Francisco Alcala, North American Sales Manager at Farpointe Data.
Connect ONE's intelligent cloud platform obviates the need for app downloads and physical badges. Additionally, wallet cards can be customised with dealer branding, ensuring the dealer’s company name and logo is displayed to users each time they use their credential.
Enhancing dealer opportunities
Connect ONE enhances capabilities without the need for costly replacements
“Mobile credentials offer dealers a highly desirable way to attract and maintain customers while supporting new RMR opportunities,” commented Dan Simon, Technical Director at Connected Technologies. “The partnership will enhance and expand the possibilities for dealers to deploy mobile credentials across a growing range of readers and manufacturers.”
Connect ONE’s NFC Wallet Cards are compatible with any access control system, retaining existing customer infrastructure. This compatibility ensures that dealers are not restricted to a single reader manufacturer, providing them with the flexibility to select the most appropriate reader for their specific application.
By integrating with the current infrastructure, Connect ONE enhances capabilities without the need for costly replacements. It unifies access, video, intrusion, fire, and environmental systems into a cohesive platform, improving operational visibility and efficiency.
