Global Law Enforcement Agencies Join Forces with NEC, at IBA 2023

September 29, 2023

NEC and IBA hosted the 36th Annual User Conference in Chicago, IL, where participants attended a variety of panel sessions that provided a forum for biometric thought-leaders to share best practices and insights into how biometric and digital identity solutions are keeping our communities safe and are helping to solve crimes quicker. (Courtesy of NEC) — NEC and IBA hosted the 36th Annual International Biometrics Association (IBA) Conference in Chicago, IL, where participants attended a variety of panel sessions that provided a forum for biometric thought-leaders to share best practices and insights into how biometric and digital identity solutions are keeping our communities safe and are helping to solve crimes quicker. (Courtesy of NEC)

NEC, whose whole owned subsidiary NEC National Security Systems (NSS), a Returning Multi-Platinum Awards Champion in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, in partnership with the International Biometrics Association (IBA), proudly welcomed leaders in law enforcement and identification management at the 36th Annual International Biometrics Association (IBA) Conference.

NEC NSS is a subsidy of NEC Corporation of America, which has been recognized for the last Five Consecutive Years in the Annual ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Programs

This must-attend event allowed attendees to experience the latest advancements in multi-modal biometrics, AI-powered solutions, facial recognition technology, legislation, and updates to trends in the public safety community.

The conference theme, “The Untouchables: Biometrics of the Future,” gave a nod to the law enforcement agents known as “The Untouchables” who made their mark in Chicago by ending Al Capone’s legacy.

NEC and IBA commended the Chicago Police Department, their event’s host police department, for helping to make the conference exciting and enlightening!

(Throughout the three-day 36th Annual User Conference in Chicago, IL, attendees heard from a variety of leaders in the biometrics industry, attended informational breakout sessions, participated in educational training, networked with their peers, and enjoyed a scenic cruise through the Windy City. Participants attended various panel sessions that provided a forum for biometric thought-leaders to share best practices and insights into how biometric and digital identity solutions keep our communities safe and help to solve crimes quicker.

Throughout the 36th Annual IBA Conference, participants took part in motivational keynotes and interactive panel discussions, which included an evening cruise through the Windy City and a celebratory Awards Banquet.

Intriguing demos featured the newest technologies, such as NEC’s Integrated Biometric Workstation (IBW) and latent and tenprint training provided by Innovated Solutions (I3) and Forensic Solutions.

NEC IBW Solution: Easy and Effective to Use Interface

NEC IBW really is MBIS made better for all users from forensic examiners to records specialist to system administrator-managers. (Courtesy of NEC)

With a modern, intuitive interface, NEC’s IBW efficiently guides the user through the record creation process, minimizing errors.

Menus and common tasks have a consistent look and feel for a fluid transition between booking applications and tenprint processing.

IBW combines all functions and tools necessary to automatically or manually process multimodal biometrics with a unified UI for all MBIS functions.

NEC Integrated Biometric Workstation (IBW) Apps include Browse Records, Job Queue, Tenprint Entry, FastID, Quality Control, Latent Case Management, Search Verification Error Resolution, and NIST Scanning Workstation as well Insights Archive for Records Management and Workbench for System Administrative Management

For system administration, IBW includes the Insights Workbench web client for management of availability, configuration, work-in-progress, and users while enabling the fast and easy generation of reports for policy compliance, statistical reporting, and more.

IBW Apps include Browse Records, Job Queue, Tenprint Entry, FastID, Quality Control, Latent Case Management, Search Verification Error Resolution, and NIST Scanning Workstation, as well as an Insights Archive for Records Management and Workbench for System Administrative Management.

(Hear from Frost and Sullivan analyst Danielle VanZandt on NEC’s strong leadership hold on the biometrics industry, her views on biometric authentication trends, and how they progress. Courtesy of NEC Corporation and YouTube.)

Inspirational and Thought Leadership Speakers

The opening keynote was presented by William J. Bratton, Former NYPD Police Commissioner (twice), LAPD Police Chief, and Executive Chairman Teneo Risk.

During his almost 50-year career in law enforcement, Bratton instituted progressive change and dramatic drops in crime while leading six police departments.

Former NYPD and LAPD Police Commissioner, and current Vice Chairman of the Secretary of Homeland Security’s Advisory Council, Bill Bratton addresses attendees at the 2022 'ASTORS' Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in New York City. — Former NYPD and LAPD Police Commissioner and current Vice Chairman of the Secretary of Homeland Security’s Advisory Council, Bill Bratton, addresses attendees at the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in New York City.

He inspired attendees with his presentation on “Policing and Technology in America,” spotlighting where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re going in law enforcement, emphasizing how technology helps solve crimes faster and more efficiently.

NEC’s Vice President of Digital Government, Eugene le Roux, and Vice President of Solutions Development, Gary Lac, provided in-depth overviews of NEC’s digital government strategy and cloud-driven product roadmap—now and into the future.

A panel discussion called “Delivering Tomorrows…Today” was moderated by Neal Byrd, the New Vice President of Sales of NEC National Security Systems, with participation from Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC National Security Systems, and Dr. Chris White, President of NEC Laboratories of America.

A panel presentation featuring from left to right, Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC National Security Systems, VP of Sales Neal Byrd, VP of Sales, snd Dr. Chris White, President of NEC Laboratories of America focused on compelling use cases and the benefits of AI technology to solve crimes and prevent human trafficking. (Courtesy of NEC)

This subject matter expert (SME) and leadership panel highlighted a series of compelling use cases and outlined many benefits of AI technology to solve crimes and prevent human trafficking.

Public safety innovators Microsoft and Vantiq shared a futuristic outlook of how Cloud and AI technologies enable law enforcement agencies to communicate more quickly and evaluate situational awareness in real time to identify threats and public safety concerns faster.

Several other speakers participated in the agenda, including members from the FBI, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, both of which were Recognized for Excellence in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the Arizona Department of Transportation, Big City Emergency Management, and the Los Angeles Sherriff’s Department who all spoke on a variety of important topics.

The 2023 IBA Conference awards banquet recognized agencies that used NEC’s multi-modal solutions to solve their cases, and NEC team members led legislation and panel discussions, hands-on product workshops, certification training, and professional development sessions, which included:

(Meet SmartScan™, NEC’s Livescan solution, to help improve and verify the quality of biometrics images, such as fingerprints, palmprints, facial and iris images, and even Scars, Marks, and Tattoos (SMT). In addition to providing law enforcement with the most accurate and easy-to-operate solution in the industry, it also offers a hygienic user experience through the optional NEC facial recognition technology for biometric log-on and identity verification. See why NEC’s SmartScan™ truly is the most affordable, hygienic, and easiest-to-use solution today. Courtesy of NEC America and YouTube.)

Winning with Advanced Biometric Solutions
Congratulations to this year’s winners:

Facial Recognition: Detective Earl Fisher, Arizona Department of Transportation
Latent/Palm/Fingerprint: Jessica Santiago, Merced County Sheriff’s Office

Solutions Spotlight

Attendees got product sneak peeks and experienced demos of NEC’s biometric and AI technologies for state and local agencies, which included:

NEC SmartScan™

NEC SmartScan™ is a livescan solution equipped for today’s public safety challenges.

NEC transforms livescan biometric technology with SmartScan a sleek, scalable, secure and easy to operate solution that manages forensic-grade fingerprint, palm print, facial and iris images. (Courtesy of NEC) — NEC transforms Livescan biometric technology with SmartScan, a sleek, scalable, secure, and easy-to-operate solution that manages forensic-grade fingerprint, palm print, facial and iris images. (Courtesy of NEC)

SmartScan is a secure and easy-to-operate solution that enables NEC to transform livescan biometric technology through forensic-grade fingerprint, palm print, facial and iris images.
SmartScan complies with the ASTM E3115-17 Standard Guide for Capturing Facial Images for Use with Facial Recognition Systems.

NeoFace® Reveal

NeoFace® Reveal is a forensic face recognition solution for investigation and identification.

NeoFace Reveal (NFR) software delivers reliable face recognition by capturing, enhancing, organizing, and matching video and graphic images to specific individuals, including images of poor resolution and with partial positioning.
NFR complies with ASTM E3115-17 Standard Guide for Capturing Facial Images for Use with Facial Recognition Systems and ASTM E3149-18 Standard Guide for Facial Image Comparison Feature List for Morphological Analysis.

Integra-ID®

Integra-ID® is an Automated Biometric Identity Service (ABIS), contains a comprehensive range of tools for editing, selection, image enhancement, comparison, and verification.
The cloud-enabled, multi-service architecture supports multiple biometric modalities, such as fingerprints, palm prints, faces, irises, and tattoos.

Integra-ID incorporates our latest biometric matching algorithms with service-oriented architecture to deliver a comprehensive solution providing ready access to fingerprints, palmprints, face, voice, and iris matching capabilities.
Integra-ID complies with the OSAC Friction Ridge Subcommittee’s Friction Ridge Process Map.

As risks to public safety and violent crimes continue to make news headlines, the role of law enforcement and advancements in AI, biometric, and digital identity solutions remain at the forefront of priorities.

NEC looks forward to the 2024 IBA Conference as it continues to create innovations to support law enforcement and public safety.

To learn more about NEC and the IBA Conference, please visit www.necam.com/lawenforcement and www.internationalbiometricsassociationinc.org.

NEC NSS Returns With Multiple Nominations in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

Team NEC National Security Systems (NSS), the 2022 Platinum ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program Sponsor, which includes Christopher Gillyard, Senior Account Manager; Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC NSS; Kimberly Archer, Head of Operations, Frank Sangiorgi, Director; and Stephanie Yanta, Senior Account Manager; accept a much-coveted 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Leadership & Innovation Award at the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony.

American Security Today’s Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program, and now in its Eighth Year, continues to recognize industry leaders of Physical and Border Security, Cybersecurity, Emergency Preparedness – Management and Response, Law Enforcement, First Responders as well as federal, state and municipal government agencies in the acknowledgment of their outstanding efforts to Keep our Nation Secure.

ATF Director Steven M. Dettelbach, will join the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in NYC on Thursday, November 16th at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. — ATF Director Steven M. Dettelbach will join the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in NYC on Thursday, November 16th at the Jacob Javits Convention Center.

AST is pleased to announce that Steven M. Dettelbach, the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has agreed to participate in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon as our keynote speaker.

The continually evolving ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program will highlight the trail of Accomplished Women in Leadership in 2023 and the Significance and Positive Impact of Advancing Diversity and Inclusion in our Next Generation of Government and Industry Leaders. Because #MentorshipMatters.

So be on the lookout for exciting upcoming announcements of Book Signing Opportunities and Special Guest Attendees at the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Presentation Luncheon on Thursday, November 16, 2023 in New York City at ISC East!

(See some highlights of the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in New York City during ISC East at the Javits Center. Courtesy of AST and YouTube.)

Homeland Security remains at the forefront of our national conversation as we experience an immigration crisis along our southern border and crime rates dramatically higher than before the Pandemic across the United States.

CBP K9 Team Zaskya Steros and TYKE, with Commissioner Bill Bratton at the 2022 'ASTORS' Awards Luncheon. — CBP K9 Team Zaskya Steros and TYKE, with Police Commissioner Bill Bratton at the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon.

These challenges have become a national priority with an influx of investments in innovative new technologies and systems.

Enter American Security Today, the #1 publication and media platform in the Government Security and Homeland Security fields, with a circulation of over 75,000 readers and many tens of thousands more who visit our AST website at www.americansecuritytoday.com each month.

The pinnacle of the Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is the Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards Ceremony Luncheon Banquet, an exclusive, full-course plated meal event in the heart of New York City.

Please join AST in Welcoming Director Dettelbach and Commissioner Sewell to the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony Luncheon on Thursday, November 16, 2023 in New York City.

Go to https://americansecuritytoday.com/product/awards-luncheon/ to secure your Seat or reserve a Table and Receive a Special Early Bird Discount.

***Limited space available. There will be No On-Site registrations.

The 2022 exclusive sold-out ‘ASTORS’ luncheon featured representatives of law enforcement, public safety, and industry leaders who came together to honor the selfless service of those who stand on the front lines and those who stand beside them – providing the capabilities and technologies to create a safer world for generations to come.

Last year marked the 20th anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which came out in force to discuss comprehensive collaborations between private and public sectors that have led to the development of intelligence and technologies that serve to protect our nation.

Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner (DEAC) Diane Sabatino, expresses her pride in the women and men of the CBP, and their families who support them.

The keynote address was provided by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner (DEAC) Diane Sabatino, who described the changes to CBP through the tragedy of 9/11 and the relentless commitment to its mission and ongoing investment in the latest technologies and innovations to protect our borders and Homeland.

The resounding theme of the DEAC’s remarks was her pride in the women and men of the CBP and their families who support them.

Deputy Inspector Lashonda Dyce accepts a 2022 'ASTORS' Award on behalf of the NYPD TARU Unit for Excellence in Public Safety. — Deputy Inspector Lashonda Dyce accepts a 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Award on behalf of the NYPD TARU Unit for Excellence in Public Safety, joined at left by Commissioner Bill Bratton, and at right Chief of Department Kenneth Corey.

AST was also joined by Legendary Police Commissioner William Bratton, who spoke about his love for the City of New York, the Profession of law enforcement to which he has dedicated his life, and for which he continues to drive thought leadership and innovation.

New York City Police Department (NYPD) Chief of Department Kenneth Corey, came out to address Luncheon attendees and shared some of his experiences and the changes in policing he’s witnessed over his more than three decades of service.

Katherine Schweit, an attorney, security consultant, and retired FBI special agent, and former head of the FBI’s active shooter program. — Katherine Schweit, attorney, security consultant, retired FBI special agent, and former head of the FBI’s active shooter program.

FDNY Chief Joseph Jardin honored the men and women of the FDNY, not only those who currently serve but all of those who have selflessly served, with special recognition of those lost on 9/11.

Chief Jardin spoke about the continuing health battle of many following 9/11 with cancer and respiratory disease, yet now knowing the full consequences, would not have made a different decision to respond.

As Chief Jardin noted, mission-driven service is the lifeblood of every firefighter, volunteer, and sworn member, and has been so throughout the history of the Fire Service.

Former head of the FBI’s active shooter program, Katherine Schweit joined AST to sign complimentary copies of her book, ‘STOP THE KILLING: How to End the Mass Shooting Crisis’ thanks to the generosity of our 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Sponsors.

The 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is Proudly Sponsored by Platinum Event Sponsor: NEC National Security Systems (NSS)

And Our RETURNING Premier Sponsors:

ATI Systems, Automatic Systems of America,

Guard Dog AI, IPVideo Corporation, Rajant Corporation, RX Global, SIMS Software, and American Security Today!

In 2022, AST was pleased to welcome the esteemed New York City Fire Department (FDNY), the New York City Police Department (NYPD), and the NYC Hospital Police, as well as Executive Management from the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and many other DHS agencies, Federal law enforcement agencies, and private/public partnerships such as the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE), the 30×30 Initiative, a coalition of professionals advancing the representation of women in policing; and Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) (rail safety advocates).

The FDNY was honored in the 2022 'ASTORS' Awards Program for Excellence in Public Safety and Critical Incident Response. — The FDNY was honored in the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program for Excellence in Public Safety and Critical Incident Response, accepted by FDNY Chief Joseph Jardin and Deputy Assistant Chief Frank Leeb.

The prestigious Annual ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program highlights the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time.

Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI’s active shooter program speaks with 'ASTORS' Attendees and autographs copies of 'STOP THE KILLING: How to End the Mass Shooting Crisis.' — Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI’s active shooter program speaks with ‘ASTORS’ Attendees and autographs copies of ‘STOP THE KILLING: How to End the Mass Shooting Crisis.’

In 2022 over 240 distinguished guests representing Federal, State, and Local Governments, and Industry Leading Corporate Firms gathered from across North America, Europe, and the Middle East to be honored among their peers in their respective fields.

Each year, to keep our communities safe and secure, security dealers, installers, integrators, and consultants, along with corporate, government, and law enforcement/first responder practitioners, convene in New York City to network, learn, and evaluate the latest technologies and solutions from premier exhibiting brands at ISC East, and the ASIS NYC Expo.

ISC East is the Northeast’s leading security & public safety event, hosted in collaboration with sponsor Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with ASIS NYC.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) was Honored at the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon in New York City, featuring OFO DEAC Diane Sabatino and Director of Field Operations NY Area Frank Russo (at center).

Corporate firms, the majority of which return year to year to build upon their Legacy of Wins, include:

Advanced Detection Technologies, AMAROK, ATI Systems, Axis Communications, Automatic Systems, BriefCam, Canon U.S.A., Cellbusters, CornellCookson, CyberArk Fortior Solutions, guardDog.ai, Hanwha Techwin of America, High Rise Escape Systems, IPVideo Corporation, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, NEC National Security Systems, NICE Public Safety, OnSolve, PureTech Systems, Quantum Corporation, Rave Mobile Safety, Regroup Mass Notification, Robotic Assistance Devices, Rajant Corporation, SafeLogic, Select Engineering Services LLC, Singlewire Software, SolarWinds Worldwide, Teledyne FLIR, Valor Systems, and West Virginia American Access Control Systems, *just to name a few!***

Why American Security Today?

The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old-school basics to what is Today – a fast-changing security landscape.

American Security Today is uniquely focused on the broader Homeland Security & Public Safety marketplace with over 75,000 readers at the Federal, State, and local levels of government as well as firms allied to the government.

American Security Today brings forward a fresh compelling look and read with our customized digital publications that hold readers’ eyes throughout the story with cutting-edge editorial that provides solutions to their challenges.

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AST puts forward the Largest and Most Qualified Circulation in Government with Over 75,000 readers on the Federal, State and Local levels.

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‘PROTECTING OUR NATION, ONE CITY AT A TIME’

AST Reaches both Private & Public Experts, essential to meeting these new challenges.

Today’s new generation of public safety and security experts need real-time knowledge to deal with domestic and international terrorism, lone wolf attacks, unprecedented urban violence, shifts in society, culture, and media bias – making it increasingly difficult for Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Military and Private Security Professionals to implement coordinated security measures to ensure national security and improve public safety.

These experts are from Government at the federal, state, and local levels as well as from private firms allied to the government.

AST provides a full plate of topics in our AST Monthly Magazine Editions, AST Website, and AST Daily News Alerts, covering 23 Vital Sectors such as Access Control, Perimeter Protection, Video Surveillance/Analytics, Airport Security, Border Security, CBRNE Detection, Border Security, Ports, Cybersecurity, Networking Security, Encryption, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Campus Security, Security Services, Corporate Facilities, and Emergency Response among others.

AST has Expanded readership into integral Critical Infrastructure audiences such as Protection of Nuclear Facilities, Water Plants & Dams, Bridges & Tunnels, and other potential targets of terrorism.

Other areas of concern include Transportation Hubs, Public Assemblies, Government Facilities, Sporting & Concert Stadiums, our Nation’s Schools & Universities, and Commercial Business Destinations – all enticing targets due to the large number of persons and resources clustered together.

To learn more about ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winners solutions, Be On the LookOut for the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS Edition Fully Interactive Magazine – the Best Products of 2022 ‘A Year in Review’.

The Annual CHAMPIONS edition includes a review of ‘ASTORS’ Award Winning products and programs, highlighting key details on many of the winning firm’s products and services, including video interviews and more.

For example, please see the AST 2020 CHAMPIONS Edition.

It will serve as your Go-To Source throughout the year for ‘The Best of 2022 Products and Services’ endorsed by American Security Today, and can satisfy your agency’s and/or organization’s most pressing Homeland Security and Public Safety needs.

From Physical Security (Access Control, Critical Infrastructure, Perimeter Protection, and Video Surveillance Cameras and Video Management Systems), to IT Security (Cybersecurity, Encryption, Data Storage, Anti-Malware, and Networking Security – to name a few), the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS EDITION will have what you need to Detect, Delay, Respond to, and Mitigate today’s real-time threats in our constantly evolving security landscape.

It will also include featured guest editorial pieces from some of the security industry’s most respected leaders, and recognized firms in the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program.

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