Challenges of Implementing 3D Face Verification Systems

Implementing new biometric technology inside your enterprise may be hard. Recent industry surveys show that maximum companies conflict when adding these structures to their safety infrastructure. Here’s a realistic examine the five largest challenges you’ll face while imposing 3D Face Verification Systems, in conjunction with realistic solutions that work.

1. Keeping Data Private and Secure

Let’s be honest – biometric information is highly sensitive material. If someone’s facial features are compromised, you can’t simply reset them like a password. As such, it is vital to protect this information.

Here’s what’s effective:

• Strong encryption of all biometric data stored

• Compliance with regulations to protect the data (GDPR, for example)

• With the rate of change in security protocols, research considerations for improved security

• Consider utilizing multiple location sites to spread the data out and not keep it all in one location

Ultimately, it is about building a level of trust in the system for users of the system while keeping cybercriminals out.

2. Managing the Cost Factor

There’s no way to get around it - moving to 3D Face Verification Systems is a serious expenditure. You should be pricing;

• Hardware (especially the 3D cameras)

• Software licenses

• Integration work

• Training on behalf of your team

But don’t let the various start-up costs scare you off - there are some clever ways to approach the investment:

• Start with a small pilot

• Look at cloud solutions that allow you to spread the costs

• Partner with vendors who have financing options

• Look for security infrastructure grants that may be available

The upfront costs may appear steep, but the potential cost savings through improved security and efficiencies over time often makes the investment worthwhile.

3. Making It Work with Your Current Systems

Integrating new technologies into existing systems can be a pain point, particularly if your systems or infrastructure has some age on it. Here’s how it can be easier to integrate new technology:

• Assess your existing systems first

• Bring your IT team and your vendors together early

• Use connectors to cross incompatibility "bridges"

• Deploy gradually

• Be sure your tech team is aware of their responsibilities for ongoing maintenance

In the end, taking the steps above will help you avoid the ugly disruption of systems and general chaos.

4. Getting Everyone on Board

New technology is only useful if people use it. Most people are guarded about facial recognition, varying from concerns of privacy to not liking change.

What helps:

• Being transparent about how the technology works

• Addressing privacy concerns directly

• Providing proper training

• Having a support desk available

• Listening to feedback and continuing to improve the technology

If people are more comfortable with a system, then the more likely they are to use it.

5. Staying on the Right Side of the Law

Regulating biometric data is complicated and always evolving. Mistakes can be expensive, not only in costs of compliance, but reputationally as well.

Protect yourselves by:

• Staying up to date on biometric data law

• Working with attorneys that are knowledgeable about privacy law

• Establishing clear data handling procedures

• Conducting regular corporate compliance checks

• Being transparent to the user

• Obtaining express consent to collect data from the individual

Conclusion

Implementing 3D Face Verification Systems is not easy, but it can be accomplished if you design your approach to the challenges correctly. The key is to tackle each challenge one at a time and in a way that adds security for the user and does not frustrate users or regulators.

Do not forget that success is not measured simply by implementing the technology - it is about creating a secure and usable system that works for your organization. Planning is everything and if you plan carefully, you will be able to combine the benefits of face verification solutions with the drawbacks to improve security and the user experience.

Book a free consultation with us today! We can discuss how we can help you build a safe and easy-to-use system that will keep regulators happy and users smiling.