The National Biometrics Challenge
Abstract
Government and industry have a common challenge in today's global society to provide more robust identity management tools, and identity governance principles on how to deploy these tools intelligently to meet national and international needs. Biometrics are the most definitive, real-time identity management tools currently available; however, use of the technology thus far has mainly consisted of systems designed to meet narrow objectives. To fully meet large-scale identity governance requirements, the use of biometrics technology must be made more robust, scalable and interoperable. Meeting these needs will require biometrics technology enhancements, adjustments of commercial business practices and system designs, and development of consensus on social, legal, privacy and policy considerations. Collaboration among the biometrics community government, industry and academia on these common challenges is essential. The NSTC Subcommittee on Biometrics developed this report to describe the major challenges that must be addressed by the biometrics community. Working together to overcome these challenges, the community will meet evolving operational requirements while being supported by a robust biometrics industry. This report highlights appropriate future roles for the federal government in advancing biometrics development to meet the needs of both our Nation and the broader worldwide community.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA462649
Entities
Organizations
- National Science and Technology Council