Datacard, now a part of Entrust, is a globally recognized leader in secure identification and card personalization solutions. Specializing in providing technologies for identity and payment card issuance, Datacard has played a pivotal role in shaping secure card issuance processes across industries. The company’s solutions are known for their reliability, security features, and innovation.
Card Printing and Personalization: Datacard is renowned for its card printing and personalization systems. These solutions are used for the issuance of various types of cards, including identification cards, payment cards, access control cards, and more. The company’s printers offer high-resolution printing, security features, and customization options to meet the stringent requirements of card issuance.
Secure ID Solutions: Datacard provides end-to-end secure identification solutions, ensuring that the entire card issuance process is secure and compliant with industry standards. This includes features such as secure issuance software, hardware, and secure materials to prevent counterfeiting, tampering, and unauthorized access.
Payment Card Solutions: In the realm of payment cards, Datacard offers solutions that cater to the needs of financial institutions, card issuers, and processors. These solutions encompass the entire lifecycle of payment cards, from personalization and encoding to secure issuance and delivery.
Government ID Solutions: Datacard’s government ID solutions are tailored to meet the stringent security requirements of national identification programs, driver’s licenses, and e-passports. These solutions often involve advanced biometric features and secure credential issuance processes.
Instant Issuance: For financial institutions and organizations requiring instant card issuance, Datacard provides solutions that allow for the immediate issuance of personalized cards at branch locations. This facilitates a convenient and secure experience for customers.
Entrust Acquisition: Entrust, a global leader in trusted identity, payments, and data protection, acquired Datacard Group in 2014. The combination of Datacard’s expertise in card issuance with Entrust’s capabilities has strengthened their position in delivering secure identity and payment solutions to a wide range of industries.