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When ievo was founded in 2009, restricting access using biometric technologies was far from mainstream. Fast-forward to 2019, and two-thirds of us (67%) have biometric technologies such as fingerprint readers integrated within our mobile phones. The successful and ever-increasing adoption of biometrics by consumers has led to the increase in demand for both the consumer and commercial application of these technologies, and so it is no surprise that ievo has seen demand for its biometric readers reach record levels as it celebrates its 10th birthday. Fingerprint readers ievo currently has tens of thousands of fingerprint readers installed across all seven continents and its products have repeatedly secured CPNI approval status, certifying them as suitable for UK Government use. Tens of thousands of these readers are used to grant and restrict access to an estimated 10 million global registered users. As we celebrate 10 years, we also look back on 10 years of firsts, as it is these firsts that have brought us to where we are today" To consistently service the increase in demand for its fingerprint readers over the years, ievo has relocated to larger premises in North Shields, having grown to supply a network of thousands of businesses, installers and security providers. Commenting on the milestone, Shaun Oakes, Managing Director at ievo Ltd, says: “As we celebrate 10 years, we also look back on 10 years of firsts, as it is these firsts that have brought us to where we are today." Customisable systems “ievo was the first to release a biometric product to introduce modular design for customisable systems and easier servicing. We also developed and launched the first and only biometric product to be seamlessly integrated with Paxton Net2 solutions and paved the way for integrations between readers and access control systems. We were also the first to raise the standards in product reliability and function with the use of leading fingerprint sensors.” “As we look ahead, we want to keep achieving more firsts, innovating our offering to ensure that our customers and installers receive both a first-class product and first-class service when they choose ievo readers. With exciting projects in the pipeline, including a number of new range launches scheduled for 2019, we can’t wait to see what the next 10 years has in store.”

ievo Ltd, global provider of biometric fingerprint recognition products, announced that it received Lenel factory certification and joined the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance program. ievo biometric fingerprint recognition products can now interface with the OnGuard access control system, providing a streamlined approach to fingerprint enrollment.  “ievo has completed required factory testing at Lenel to validate the functionality of its interface to the OnGuard system. Having this interface will provide our customers with a great biometric option to enhance their security,” said John Marchioli, OAAP product management, Lenel. “We look forward to their continued involvement in the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program.” ievo biometric fingerprint recognition solution ievo developed, designed and tested the specialised integrated fingerprint enrollment software in-house ievo developed, designed and tested the specialised integrated fingerprint enrolment software in-house, which was then certified by Lenel engineers, verifying that it interfaces with the OnGuard access control system. The fingerprint enrolment software connects to the Lenel server for user information, as well as the ievo Sync server for enhanced management of the control boards and distribution of the fingerprint templates. The interface also allows for easy enrolment of new templates, along with template management. With the increasing cost and complexity of managing security, the integration is a cost-effective method for systems migration and the protection of legacy investments. Not only is the interface efficient but it allows simultaneous fingerprint enrolment at multiple locations - providing directors and managers with the ability to remotely oversee the business. Should your company boast multiple premises, those templates will be securely stored on the ievo control board and can be accessed at each location. Biometric fingerprint access control systems The biometric fingerprint access control systems are a viable alternative to the more traditional cards and PINs systems, substantially reducing the risk of any security breaches. This announcement for ievo also marks another strong interface for the company, and a larger, worldwide presence in the security industry. Shaun Oakes, Managing Director of ievo Ltd says, “2018 has been a fantastic year for us at ievo as we expand our reach and make our products more accessible to the wider access control segment. The interface with the Lenel OnGuard access control system will enable an efficient and cost-saving system migration and further protection of legacy investments. The opportunity also helps to boost the presence of the ievo brand worldwide.”

Key Tracker’s latest controlled key cabinet with integrated ievo Ultimate Biometric Reader Integration of cutting edge biometric recognition technology and key management systems is offering the very highest levels of security for organisations managing large number of priority keys. The system is the result of cooperation between ievo Ltd, the Newcastle-based manufacturer of biometric recognition systems, and Keytracker Ltd, the Midlands manufacturer of key management systems. Restricted key access systems Andy Smith, General Manager of Keytracker, explained, “We’ve developed our restricted key access systems for a huge variety of sectors ranging from the construction, engineering, property, education and health sectors to the automobile retail trade – anywhere where access to vehicles, plant or different areas is controlled by physical keys. By combining these systems with ievo’s biometric recognition technology and the corresponding software, we have created an ultra-secure solution that ensures and tracks the release of specific keys to specific people.” “The resultant Restricted Key Access System incorporates state-of-the-art hardware with easy to operate administration software restricting access to only those keys the user is authorised to use. The integration of the ievo ultimate™ finger print readers ensure that the potential for fraudulent access via stolen swipe cards or pin codes is completely removed whilst the registration process has been integrated into the existing software, allowing direct and simple user control and saving both the end user and installer time and money.” “We’re already talking to potential clients within healthcare, where areas like drug storage must be kept under strict control, logistics and construction where only licensed personnel are allowed access to specific vehicles and plant, but the possibilities are endless.” Biometric recognition Richard Forsyth, UK Sales Manager of ievo Ltd, added, “We’re delighted to be working with Keytracker to provide the ultimate in key access security systems. By the addition of our biometric recognition system, we’ve created an additional level of security to accessing keys for a variety of purposes. Operators can now very easily establish access to specific keys and the track this for external security and internal administrative purposes.” This advanced method allows for a high number of uniquely identifiable data points to be recognised Multispectral Imaging Technology ievo ultimate readers use an advanced sensor which employs multispectral imaging (MSI) technology to scan and capture data, using multiple light sources to read not only the surface of the skin, but also data points from the subsurface level (up to 4mm deep) of a finger. The different light sources can penetrate levels of moisture and debris present on the skin to read data points below. This advanced method allows for a high number of uniquely identifiable data points to be recognised and used for a more accurate, reliable and efficient verification process. The readers are also designed for both external and internal use and are equipped with an internal thermostat-controlled heater, allowing them to operate in conditions as low as -20°C and, being IP65 rated, they also function in levels of heavy rain.