Definition and Purpose

Smartcard refers to a physical card embedded with an integrated circuit chip that can store and process data securely. Smartcards are widely used for identity verification, secure authentication, and access control in industries such as government, healthcare, finance, and enterprise IT. The primary purpose of smartcards is to provide a tamper-resistant, portable solution for safeguarding sensitive information, enabling encrypted communications, and controlling access to physical and digital resources in compliance with security regulations.

GateKeeper Proximity Tokens as an Althernative to Smartcard

GateKeeper Proximity complements and modernizes smartcard-based security by offering wireless, proximity-based authentication that eliminates the need for inserting cards or typing credentials. GateKeeper tokens automatically unlock workstations when authorized users approach and lock them when they walk away, reducing the risk of unattended device access, streamlining workflows, and enhancing compliance with standards like HIPAA, CJIS, and NIST.