Biometric Authentication Implementation And Use

Security minded companies might want to consider implementing biometric authentication. This type of authentication is more secure than just using passwords, and you don't have to worry about people forgetting their password. You can't forget to bring your biometrics with you like you can with SmartCards, and biometric authentication is one of the most difficult types of authentication to fake.

However, when you decide it is the time for implementing biometric authentication, you need to do so in a way that is not likely to cause unhappiness among your employees. Care should be taken to address their concerns or to choose methods of biometric authentication that they would be the most comfortable with.

The first thing you need to do when considering implementing biometric authentication is to decide which type of biometrics to use. Some forms of biometric authentication are easier to implement and more acceptable to employees than others. Fingerprint authentication and biometric signature authentication are two of the types of authentication that are less likely to cause problems with employees. It might be best to hold a meeting and ask your employees about their opinions and concerns so you can choose the method that would be least objectionable.

Once you have decided which type of biometrics you would like to use, you need to research the different products available to find the one that will best suit your needs. Some products you can use for implementing biometric authentication are far superior to others, so be sure to do your research when choosing biometric authentication products.

It is advisable that in the beginning you keep your current method of authentication and add the biometrics to it when you are first implementing biometric authentication. This gives people a chance to get used to the new system and makes the changeover a bit more gradual. Dual authentication also makes things even more secure.

Another more gradual way of implementing biometric authentication is to implement this type of authentication for those departments and pieces of equipment that need the highest levels of security first, and then gradually make your way through the company adding biometric authentication until all employees are using this form of authentication.

Implementing biometric authentication gradually also gives you a chance to work out any kinks in the system as you go along before they become major issues. Once people get used to the system you may find that people prefer it. They no longer need to remember passwords or SmartCards, and that should make things easier for them.