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ActivID Authentication Appliance from HID Global
Hardware-based authentication solutions including smart cards, tokens, and card readers specifically designed for treasury operations. Provides multi-factor authentication, secure transaction signing, and PKI-based authentication for high-value financial transactions and payments.
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Secure Authentication Hardware for Treasury Operations
Physical devices such as security tokens, smart cards, and biometric readers that provide multi-factor authentication for payment approvals and system access.
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Authentication Methods
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Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) Requiring two or more verification methods for user login (e.g., password, token, biometrics). |
The product provides multi-factor authentication using hardware tokens and smart cards as cited in its documentation. | |
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Biometric Authentication Support Ability to use fingerprints, facial recognition, or iris scans for identity verification. |
The platform supports biometric authentication as part of its multi-factor approach, per HID documentation. | |
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Hardware Token Integration Support for physical authentication devices such as YubiKeys, smart cards, or OTP tokens. |
Hardware token integration is a primary authentication method (e.g. OTP tokens and smart cards are highlighted as supported options). | |
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Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Supports authentication using public/private key pairs and digital certificates. |
PKI-based authentication is explicitly called out for high-value transaction signing in the product description and documentation. | |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Allows users to access multiple treasury applications with one set of credentials. |
Single Sign-On integrations are supported by the appliance for treasury application environments, per HID and customer guides. | |
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Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) Support for authentication using app-based or hardware-generated time-limited codes. |
TOTP is supported as a method along with OTP token and smart card challenges. | |
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Adaptive Authentication Dynamically adjusts authentication based on risk signals (location, device, time, etc.). |
Adaptive authentication is provided through risk-based analysis, as referenced in product overview and datasheets. | |
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Device Binding Ability to restrict access to specific pre-authorized devices. |
Device binding can be configured to restrict access to authorized devices such as enrolled smart cards/tokens. | |
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Knowledge-Based Authentication Enables secondary verification through personal or system-generated questions. |
No information available | |
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Transaction Signing Users digitally sign transactions with a hardware device as a distinct action. |
Transaction signing using hardware devices is a key feature for treasury and payment approvals. |
Hardware Security
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Tamper-Resistant Design Hardware features that prevent unauthorized physical access or compromise. |
Tamper-resistant hardware design is mentioned in security documentation and certification references. | |
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FIPS 140-2/3 Compliance Hardware certified to Federal Information Processing Standards for cryptographic modules. |
FIPS 140-2 validated hardware cited in Product Certifications and HID product data sheets. | |
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Secure Key Storage Encryption keys are stored in secure hardware modules, not software. |
Encryption keys are securely stored in hardware (HSM or smart cards), not in software. | |
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Remote Wipe Capability Ability to erase or deactivate devices if lost or stolen. |
Remote wipe and device deactivation are available for lost/stolen tokens, as described in admin documentation. | |
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Physical Lock Mechanisms Locking or anchoring devices to prevent removal or theft. |
Physical lock mechanisms for the appliance itself and for tokens are available via casing and deployment kits options. | |
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Backup Device Support Allows for quick replacement and setup of a backup device. |
Product allows backup tokens/smart cards for business continuity as cited in HID support documentation. | |
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Secure Firmware Updates Updates to device software are cryptographically signed and validated. |
Firmware updates require cryptographic signing and validation (per HID security practices and FIPS certification). | |
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Environmental Control Features Ability to withstand variations in temperature, humidity, or mechanical shock. |
Professional hardware design is specified as rugged and suitable for typical enterprise environments. Environmental standards such as temperature/humidity are referenced in device specs. | |
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Audit Logging Capabilities Logs hardware access and usage details for security review. |
Audit logging capabilities are built in, with logs available for security review (cited in admin and compliance guides). | |
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Device Lifespan Average number of years hardware devices are expected to remain operational. |
No information available |
User Management
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Centralized User Provisioning Manage all user credentials and devices from a central dashboard. |
Central dashboard for provisioning credentials and devices is available as part of the platform admin toolset. | |
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Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Assign and enforce user roles and permissions aligned to corporate treasury functions. |
Role-based access control is industry standard and specifically highlighted in product features. | |
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Bulk User Enrollment Onboard large groups of users/devices at once. |
No information available | |
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User Self-Service Device Activation Allow users to securely activate and register new devices on their own. |
User self-service device activation is offered via portal or integration with the broader HID authentication suite. | |
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Automated Deprovisioning Automatic revocation of credentials and hardware when users leave or change roles. |
Automated deprovisioning is possible, as detailed in user lifecycle management features. | |
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Delegated Administration Assign user, device, or location-specific administrators. |
Delegated admin assignments (by org unit, department, or location) are supported. | |
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Integration with HR Systems Link user lifecycle management with corporate HR or LDAP directories. |
No information available | |
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Device Assignment Tracking Monitor which devices are issued to which users. |
Device assignment tracking is enabled through dashboard and audit functionality. | |
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User Behavior Analytics Monitor authentication patterns for anomalies or risky behaviors. |
No information available | |
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Customizable Lockout Policies Configure thresholds for failed login/device authentication attempts. |
Admin console allows lockout thresholds to be set as per policy. |
Integration and Interoperability
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APIs for Integration Availability of REST, SOAP, or proprietary APIs for system integration. |
REST and SOAP APIs for system integration are a core feature according to HID technical integration guides. | |
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Support for SAML/OAuth/OpenID Interoperability with modern authentication standards and single sign-on protocols. |
Product supports SAML, OAuth, and OpenID protocols for integration with SSO and identity providers. | |
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ERP/TMS Compatibility Can be paired directly with enterprise resource planning or treasury management systems. |
Explicit support for ERP and TMS systems frequently referenced in product information. | |
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Plug-and-Play Installation Requires minimal technical effort for setup and deployment. |
Plug-and-play installation options available for most supported form factors. | |
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Legacy System Support Ability to interface with older, non-standardized treasury applications. |
The product offers integrations for legacy and non-standardized treasury applications as an enterprise-focused solution. | |
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Cloud Service Integration Works seamlessly with cloud-based treasury systems. |
Cloud service integration options are available for hybrid/cloud treasury environments. | |
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Mobile App Integration Seamless functioning with treasury mobile apps and devices. |
Mobile app integration is available through software development kits and mobile-compatible tokens. | |
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Custom Integration Tools SDKs, connectors, or middleware available for bespoke system integration. |
Custom integration tools like SDKs and connectors are provided. | |
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Multi-Platform Compatibility Works across Windows, MacOS, Linux and mobile operating systems. |
Explicit multi-platform support: Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android. | |
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API Request Rate Limit Maximum supported API calls per second. |
No information available |
Compliance and Regulatory Support
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GDPR Compliance Adherence to regulations on data privacy and user consent. |
Product is marketed as GDPR compliant, addressing European data privacy requirements. | |
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SOX Compliance Aligns with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for financial controls and reporting. |
Compliance with SOX reporting is referenced for financial sector adoption. | |
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PSD2/SCA Support Meets Payment Services Directive/Strong Customer Authentication mandates. |
Solution supports PSD2/SCA mandates for Strong Customer Authentication. | |
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Audit Trail Retention Period Length of time audit records are stored and accessible. |
No information available | |
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Custom Policy Enforcement Ability to enforce geographic, business unit, or regulatory-specific access policies. |
Custom policy enforcement for region, business unit, or compliance is available. | |
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Independent Security Certification Certified by an independent authority (e.g., ISO, Common Criteria). |
Product is independently security certified (FIPS 140-2, ISO 27001, Common Criteria). | |
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Real-Time Compliance Reporting Instant generation of compliance and access audit reports. |
Real-time compliance reporting for access and transaction signing is referenced. | |
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E-signature Legality Electronic signatures via hardware tokens are legally enforceable. |
E-signature legality using hardware tokens is explicitly supported. | |
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Data Residency Controls Manage where user/device data is physically stored according to regulations. |
Data residency controls are configurable for compliance with national regulation. | |
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Customizable Retention Policies Configurable rules for data and log retention per compliance requirements. |
Customizable retention policies for data and audit logs are available from the admin console. |
Usability and User Experience
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Quick Authentication Time Average time required for user authentication using hardware devices. |
No information available | |
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Self-Service Recovery Enables users to recover or reset access in case of lost or damaged devices. |
Users can self-recover or replace lost authentication devices using secure processes described in documentation. | |
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Multi-Language Support Interfaces and instructions available in several languages. |
Solution is deployed globally and supports multiple languages. | |
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User Training Materials Provision of digital and physical training resources for users. |
Training materials are provided for users and administrators via portal and documentation. | |
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Accessibility Features Designed to be usable by people with disabilities. |
Accessibility is explicitly supported for enterprise and public sector use cases. | |
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Minimal User Prompts Low number of required user interactions per authentication. |
No information available | |
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Customizable Alerts Configurable notifications for transactions, logins, and policy violations. |
Customizable alerts for administrative and users (policy violations, logins) are included. | |
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Support for Remote/HQ Users Designed for both on-site and distributed workforce scenarios. |
Support for remote, HQ, and distributed users is part of the main appliance deployment marketing. | |
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Out-of-the-Box Configuration Templates Pre-built configurations for rapid deployment. |
Product provides out-of-the-box templates and configuration sets for rapid deployment. | |
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Clear Error Messaging Descriptive messages and troubleshooting guidance when authentication fails. |
Clear error messaging and troubleshooting steps are available to end users and admins. |
Operational Resilience and Availability
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Backup Authentication Methods Alternative authentication available if hardware is lost/unavailable. |
Backup authentication methods available: secondary token or out-of-band OTP. | |
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Service Uptime Percentage of time the authentication service is available. |
No information available | |
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Disaster Recovery Capabilities Ability to recover full authentication services after critical events. |
Disaster recovery and full service restoration are available with deployment documentation. | |
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Redundant Data Centers Multiple geographically dispersed facilities to ensure uninterrupted service. |
Product supports redundant data centers and high availability deployment. | |
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Onsite Hardware Replacement Time Typical maximum elapsed time to replace failed hardware. |
No information available | |
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Distributed Load Handling Ability to handle authentication loads from multiple locations concurrently. |
Distributed load handling supported via enterprise deployment options. | |
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Periodic Health Checks Regular automatic tests and monitoring of hardware and authentication processes. |
No information available | |
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Automatic Failover Processes automatically switch to backup hardware or methods if primary fails. |
Failover processes are standard in hardware-based security appliances (cited in solution guide). | |
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Maintenance Notification Automated user alerts about upcoming or ongoing maintenance windows. |
Maintenance notifications and user alerts are available in the admin portal. | |
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Capacity for Concurrent Authentications Maximum number of concurrent authentication sessions supported. |
No information available |
Scalability and Performance
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Maximum Supported Users Largest number of users the solution can handle effectively. |
No information available | |
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Maximum Supported Devices Total number of unique hardware authentication devices supported concurrently. |
No information available | |
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Elastic Resource Allocation The system resources can automatically scale up or down based on demand. |
Resource allocation can be configured and automated depending on load via admin console and documentation. | |
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Load Balancing Support Distributes authentication traffic for optimal performance. |
Load balancing is standard part of deployment guide for enterprise/high availability. | |
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Low Latency Authentication Minimal average time for completing authentication transactions, even at scale. |
No information available | |
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Concurrent Hardware Update Support Can update firmware/settings across multiple devices simultaneously. |
Multiple devices can be updated concurrently with appropriate administrative privileges (cited in administration manual). | |
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Batch Device Management Ability to manage device settings and permissions in bulk. |
Batch device management for groups/pools is possible through admin dashboard and scripting capabilities. | |
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Multi-Site Support Facilitates centralized management across distributed corporate locations. |
Centralized management for distributed/multi-site locations is explicitly supported. | |
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Distributed Workforce Scalability Suitable for both centralized headquarters and remote treasury teams. |
Product is positioned for distributed workforce and headquarters scenarios in corporate treasury. | |
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Peak Hour Performance Lowest average authentication time during the busiest periods. |
No information available |
Security Monitoring and Incident Response
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Real-Time Authentication Monitoring Ongoing visibility into who is accessing what, when, and how. |
Supports real-time authentication monitoring and dashboard visibility. | |
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Automated Alerting for Suspicious Activity Immediate alerts for anomalous login attempts or policy violations. |
Immediate alerting for suspicious authentication attempts is part of the security suite. | |
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Integration with SOC/SIEM Tools Feeds authentication logs and alerts into security operations centers. |
Integration with SOC/SIEM tools is supported for log and alert stream export. | |
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Automated Threat Response Initiates automated steps (lockouts, alerts, device disable) upon detection of certain threats. |
Automated threat response is supported (lockout, disable, alert) for certain risks. | |
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Forensic Data Collection Collect and retain data for post-incident investigations. |
Forensic data is collected and available for post-incident analysis. | |
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Threat Intelligence Integration Leverages real-time feeds to update threat detection criteria. |
No information available | |
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Incident Response Playbooks Pre-defined procedures for handling specific authentication threats. |
Pre-defined incident response playbooks are part of security operations support. | |
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User Notification on Compromise Notifies users immediately if their credentials or devices are at risk. |
Users receive notification when a device/credential compromise is detected. | |
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Manual Override Capabilities Allows authorized personnel to override automated locks if needed under strict control. |
Manual override capability for lockouts available to authorized administrators. | |
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Incident Response Time Average time to detect and respond to a security incident. |
No information available |
Cost and Licensing
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Transparent Pricing Model Clearly defined fees for hardware, support, and licensing. |
Transparent pricing model is provided, with published hardware/support/licensing fees. | |
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Hardware Replenishment Costs Typical per-device cost for replacement or additional units. |
No information available | |
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Support and Maintenance Fees Recurring cost for ongoing vendor support and device upkeep. |
No information available | |
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Pay-as-You-Go Options Pricing flexibility to scale with actual usage, not fixed licenses. |
Pay-as-you-go and term-based purchase options highlighted in pricing materials. | |
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Volume Discount Availability Discounts applied for purchasing large numbers of devices. |
Volume discounts available for device orders (noted in procurement guide). | |
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Included Software Updates Software/firmware updates are included in licensing/package fees. |
Software/firmware updates are included as part of standard licensing and maintenance support. | |
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Trial/Evaluation Hardware Availability of trial devices for hands-on evaluation before purchase. |
Trial hardware can be requested for evaluation from HID or through partners. | |
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Flexible Contract Duration Ability to negotiate terms of service, e.g., annual or multi-year. |
Flexible contract duration is stated as an enterprise feature (annual/multi-year, adjustable terms). | |
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Total Cost of Ownership Tools Tools for projecting and understanding all long-term ownership costs. |
TCO calculators/tools available via HID sales portal and ROI documentation. | |
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Third-Party Hardware Support Supports a variety of vendor devices, not just proprietary options. |
Third-party device integration available; appliance is not limited to HID-only hardware. |
Vendor Support and Service
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24/7 Technical Support Round-the-clock assistance from vendor support teams. |
24/7 technical support provided as a standard enterprise service. | |
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Comprehensive Documentation Extensive user and administrator guides with troubleshooting. |
Comprehensive documentation and troubleshooting guides are provided. | |
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Dedicated Account Manager Named support resource for ongoing partnership and escalation. |
Named account managers available for large/enterprise deployments. | |
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Custom SLAs Option to negotiate Service Level Agreements for uptime, support speed, etc. |
Custom SLAs for uptime and support available for enterprise customers. | |
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Customer Training Services Provision of onboarding and specialist training for treasury staff. |
Customer onboarding/training services offered by HID as part of implementation. | |
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Local/Regional Technical Presence Access to in-region expertise and hardware support. |
Regional/local technical support teams operate globally. | |
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Community and User Forums Active information-sharing spaces for users and admins. |
HID maintains user community and support forums. | |
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Automated Ticketing System Structured, trackable process for raising and resolving issues. |
Automated ticketing system is used for all support and maintenance issues. | |
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Proactive End-of-Life Notifications Alerts about support and update discontinuation for hardware models. |
Proactive end-of-life notifications issued to customers for hardware lifecycle management. | |
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Onsite Support Availability Ability to request onsite engineer visits for urgent incidents. |
Onsite support availability is offered for premium/enterprise contracts. |
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