Zwipe taps Ermes srl to distribute biometric access cards in Italy

By Gloria Methri

Ermes Srl, a specialist in ID verification solutions, has signed an agreement to distribute Zwipe’s biometric access cards in Italy. Zwipe is a pioneer in the development of biometric technology on cards for identification, access control and payment.

Zwipe Access utilizes state-of-the-art biometric capture and matching technology to securely store the cardholder’s encrypted fingerprint template directly within the card’s smart chip during issuance. Thus, Zwipe Access offers an additional layer of security.

The company has secured an initial Demo kit order from Ermes for Zwipe Access biometric cards. This initial order will be used to demonstrate the solution to potential end users.

Speaking on the partnership, Marco Tomadin, Chairman of Ermes Srl, said, “We strongly believe in this innovative solution based on biometric technology that allows cardholder identity validation without having to change the existing infrastructure. It is the ideal solution for all large companies that need a high level of access security. We are pleased to partner with Zwipe, a leading company in this market sector.”

“We are happy to partner with Ermes srl, a leading security solution distributor. We look forward to developing and strengthening the relationship with the Italian security market thanks to our local expertise and support, as well as supporting Ermes srl to deliver best-in-class access control solutions to integration partners,” said Robert Puskaric, President and CEO of Zwipe.

Established in 2005, Ermes srl started its business with the distribution of thermographic card printers to become over time a company specialized in solutions for the identification and security of people and data and solutions.

Zwipe works æ across networks of international organizations, industries, and cultures to make convenience safe and secure. It pioneers next-generation biometric card technology for payment, physical and logical access control, as well as identification solutions. The promise is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with a global presence.