Biometric check-in system at Changi
Parts of this might relate to more supervision and control in Singapore, part of it is fun, since it really allows stepping up the pace in the regional competition amongst airports in Asia.
"Singapore’s Changi airport has introduced the world’s first trial of a biometric system that combines check-in and immigration procedures for departing passengers."
Under the new system, which is on trial since November 1, "passengers must first register and get a card that contains a microchip recording their facial details and fingerprints," - which is the scary part since it reaches far into the privacy sphere of individuals. But it is possible to say that this introduction also enhances the security of departing planes. It depends on which side you stand - more privacy or more infringing security.
Anyway - with the system, check in is reduced from the current 8-15 minutes to just 2 minutes - which is tremendous in stepping up efficiency.
(By Asia Business Consulting)
"Singapore’s Changi airport has introduced the world’s first trial of a biometric system that combines check-in and immigration procedures for departing passengers."
Under the new system, which is on trial since November 1, "passengers must first register and get a card that contains a microchip recording their facial details and fingerprints," - which is the scary part since it reaches far into the privacy sphere of individuals. But it is possible to say that this introduction also enhances the security of departing planes. It depends on which side you stand - more privacy or more infringing security.
Anyway - with the system, check in is reduced from the current 8-15 minutes to just 2 minutes - which is tremendous in stepping up efficiency.
(By Asia Business Consulting)
posted by Andreas @ 10:43 am
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