Since 1996, International Biometric Group has been the industry’s premier independent developer and integrator of large-scale biometric systems for border management, transportation security, law enforcement, financial services, retail markets, and other key industries. IBG’s world-renowned consulting services include: policy development; feasibility and market assessments; legal and regulatory analysis; vendor product testing; research; federal staffing, and standards compliance. For more information, go to www.biometricgroup.com.

Biometric Digest is the leading technology newsletter dedicated solely to biometric identification technology. To subscribe to this monthly newsletter, with weekly e-mail updates, please send an email request to publisher@biodigest.com.

Founded in 1998 as a non-profit trade association in Washington, DC, the International Biometric Industry Association (IBIA) represents the manufacturers, developers, and solution providers of biometric technologies used in electronic human identity authentication – face, fingerprint, hand, iris, vascular, speech, as well as skin/dermis. IBIA impartially represents all biometric technologies in all applications. IBIA advances the use of biometrics as the most effective and reliable means of ascertaining personal identity for the government, the commercial/private sector, and the consumer. The industry's leading voice on key policy issues in North America affecting biometrics, IBIA fulfills its mission through education and advocacy. For more information, please go to www.ibia.org.

The BioAPI Consortium is a group of over 120 organizations that have a common interest in promoting the growth of the biometrics market through standardization. The Consortium has developed a specification for a standardized Application Programming Interface (API) that is compatible with a wide range of biometric applications programs and a broad spectrum of biometrics technologies. The BioAPI Specification was approved as an ANSI standard in 2002 and an ISO standard in 2006. The organization now focuses on promoting its adoption and disseminating information and resources. For more information, go to www.bioapi.org.

FindBIOMETRICS.com (www.findbiometrics.com) is a truly unique resource, which can guide novice and expert professionals through every aspect of finding a suitable biometric solution for their enterprise. By providing highly targeted company showcases, product reviews, industry profiles and breaking news, findBIOMETRICS.com provides the connection between buyers and sellers. Our very targeted user base is comprised of security industry professionals and biometrics solution providers who are involved in the development, implementation or management of biometric security systems and/or who are responsible for the purchase decisions at their companies. These users include, "C" level executives, Gov't personnel, IT/MIS Managers, Implementation personnel, System Integrators, Physical Security Managers, Property/Facility Managers, Date /Networking Security Managers and Biometric Solution Developers.

The Biometrics Institute is an independent not-for-profit organization, formed in July 2001. Our primary members are government and business users of biometric services and products, with other membership categories for vendors. Our members are from Australia, New Zealand and beyond. The mission of the Biometrics Institute is to be a forum for biometric users and other interested parties and to facilitate the wider use of biometrics. For more information, contact manager@biometricsinstitute.org or visit their website at www.biometricsinstitute.org.

Northstar has been providing recruiting services for technology companies since 1990 and has focused on Identity Management, Biometrics and Integrated Security since 2000. The company's goal is to assist clients in attracting quality candidates with outstanding records and, by blending proven recruiting methods and adhering to the highest levels of ethical professionalism, Northstar strives to function not just as a vendor, but also as an industry resource for clients. For more information: www.northstarcorp.com.

The Biometrics Market Intelligence eUpdate is your market intelligence lens on the world of biometrically enabled identification solutions. The eUpdate, published by Acuity Market Intelligence, offers provocative, candid insight that cuts through market hype to expose bottom line issues that drive this rapidly emerging marketplace. Be prepared for key findings from in-depth market research reports, analysis of the latest news and announcements, and Acuity's unique perspective and commentary on the events that impact and shape our industry. For more information go to: http://www.biometricsmi.com

Card Technology Magazine is the global magazine of cards as payment and identification. For over 10 years, Card Technology's editorial staff brings the world's card executives together with the editorial that keeps up with the fast paced technology industry. Additionally www.cardtechnology.com is the place to find industry White Papers, Web Seminars, archived and just breaking news articles.

Biometric Watch is the premier free trade news portal for the biometric industry. Keep pace with global advancements, read about new products, new applications, industry successes and challenges. BW's wide ranging reporting and industry links will quickly bring you up to speed with the latest information available. http://www.biometricwatch.com

The RFIDba is a vendor neutral trade association which serves the education and business interests of RFID end-users around the world. Through partnerships with academia and industry, we produce university-level education programs tailored to specific vertical markets. We also foster programs to educate government officials on RFID, sensor and wireless technologies for the formation of public policies on privacy, security, workforce training, certification and international trade. www.rfidba.org