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The growth in eAdministration will necessitate the implementation
of simple and easy-to-use communication solutions, such as contactless
technology and eSignatures (see
interview opposite).
Used in the public transport sector (for example the"Navigo"
pass used on the RATP and RER public transport networks in the Paris
region) or for access badges, contactless technology could be adopted
within five to seven years for some CB bankcards to meet the needs
of certain markets or sectors. "It would extend the range of
services available, improve card reader reliability (elimination of
fouled contact points), maintenance (no more obstructions in reader
slots), and ease of use as cardholders would no longer risk forgetting
their card in the reader", explained René Beltrando, Manager
of New Technology for Cartes Bancaires. This technological migration,
however, brings with it both technical and IT challenges.
Security is another major concern. CB has contracted Gemplus to carry
out a study to identify the risks and implement the appropriate actions.
The last, and not the least, obstacle to the growth of contactless
technology is the additional cost of the cards (all the more so if
they combine contact and contactless technology), and the cost of
rolling out a new generation of ATMs and Eftpos terminals. Stay tuned... |
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