Building on the lessons learned and successes from the Biometric Identification System for Access (BISA) project, Azimuth and CSC developed the Biometric Access Management System (BAMS). The BAMS integrates a complete biometrics collection suite as well as matching and verification services. Matching can be performed through internal matchers or by known identification systems such as the Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS) or Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS). Verification can be accomplished through a variety of methods such as fingerprint sensors, hand geometry units, or biometrically-enabled smart cards.

The system is based on a modular design which allows for selection of the appropriate features desired by the customer. An ideal system can be created through integration of selected components incorporating appropriate biometric hardware and software. Possible deployment options are man-pack, mobile, semi-fixed or fixed biometric collections. BAMS provides the means to identify any individuals in the local population, identify suspected insurgents, or detect a wanted individual attempting to masquerade as another.

System Options Fixed/Semi-fixed Shelters (modifiable ISO containers) Mobile (vehicle based) Man-pack (wearable) Forensics Processing Labs Latent Processing Large fuming chambers Hazardous chemical storage Evidence storage Fire suppression Biometric Collections Fingerprints FBI certified sensors Facial NIST standard quality Iris Voice

Software Transaction Management/Data Transmission Enrollment Middleware Card Management System (through strategic partnerships) Production Issuance Validation/Verification Communication Options SATCOMs VSAT INMARSAT LAN/WAN Fiber Copper Wireless Free Space Optics (FSO) 802.16 (Mesh)