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tamper-proof ‘ token ’ that contains biometric and other personal data on their mobile phone so that any authority can simply scan your face and scan your device to verify you are an authorized traveler , no matter where in the world you go .
This will allow travelers to pass through borders with a single , digitally verified identity .
It will make moving through airports less onerous while dramatically improving security . This is the industry ’ s chance to completely change the way we travel , and improve worldwide border security .
an effort to keep our skies safer .
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This aligned strategy , which includes private and public collaboration , promises to fast track the introduction of a truly speedy and seamless passage through security and immigration at airports in the US .
As we move deeper into the digital age , the more our personal lives and the transactions we undertake will be managed and verified digitally , either on our mobile devices or online . Air travel is no exception .
Randy Pizzi , SITA
( Learn More , from Stephen Challis , Senior Product Manager at SITA , as he explores what is driving the adoption of single-token travel . What are the challenges ? Who are the stakeholders ? And how can single token travel and its underlying technology help airlines and airports address the ever increasing stringent security measures that will help them accurately identity and monitor travelers throughout their journey , while facilitating a frictionless journey . Courtesy of SITA and YouTube )
Progress towards a common vision
In the space of just a few months , the air transport industry and US government have made remarkable progress towards a common vision for identity management of the future .
SITA and the air transport industry are now focusing on the airport of the future , where the majority of travelers are willing to participate in registered traveler programs and use biometrics at the airport .
This will simplify the screening process and help the government fulfill its security obligations in
About the Author :
Randy Pizzi , President , SITA Americas
Prior to joining SITA , Randy was with Rockwell Collins / ARINC where he held a number of key roles including the establishment and full development , as Managing Director , of the ASIA Pacific Division in Singapore .
He then became Vice President of International Business , based in London . He was instrumental in expanding the company ’ s international airline communications and airport IT businesses .
Earlier in his career , Randy led the business development activities for the Asia / Pacific airlines and later , the Americas marketing and sales team .
Before joining ARINC , Randy was also a Naval Flight Officer and Mission Commander for the P-3 aircraft . Randy is based in Atlanta , Georgia USA .
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