IBG to Discuss Biometrics and the REAL ID Program

Teleconference discusses the background, requirements, and compliance challenges of the REAL ID Program

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 6, 2006 -- International Biometric Group (IBG) invites you to join its upcoming teleconference, "Biometrics and the REAL ID Program". The teleconference takes place at 1:00 Eastern Time, Thursday, 9 November 2006.

Signed into US public law on 8 May 2005, the REAL ID Act calls for the establishment of national standards for state-issued driver licenses and identification cards. Starting May 2008, federal agencies will only accept, as proof of identification, licenses that meet REAL ID criteria.

While digital face images are required to comply with REAL ID, the role of other biometrics such as fingerprint is indeterminate. Because many REAL ID requirements are subject to interpretation, agencies are seeking guidance on compliance issues.

In this teleconference, IBG Consultant Bridget Driscoll will address:

-    the background of the REAL ID program and recent developments;

-    privacy considerations;

-    challenges and risks facing Departments of Motor Vehicles; and

-    organizational readiness requirements.

To participate in this teleconference, please visit www.biometricgroup.com/webcon. For more information, or to learn about IBG's research, consulting, and integration services, please contact Victor Lee at +1 212 809 9491 or via email.

About International Biometric Group

Founded in 1996, International Biometric Group, LLC is the biometric industry's leading independent research, consulting and integration firm. IBG has extensive hands-on experience with every biometric technology, including fingerprint, face, hand, iris, voice, and signature. Working on behalf of private and government clients, IBG evaluates, designs, and integrates biometric solutions for Internet applications, public sector programs, network security, point of sale applications, and physical access systems. Learn more at http://www.biometricgroup.com.

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