Data centers are the backbone of the digital economy, safeguarding the information that powers governments, enterprises, and daily life. Yet as cyber threats evolve, the line between digital and physical attacks is blurring. Hybrid breaches — combining both vectors — are on the rise, driving new urgency for stronger, identity-based protection. According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach 2024 report, compromised credentials account for 16% of all breaches, with an average cost of $4.8 million per incident. The message for data center operators is clear: access security can no longer rely on outdated methods.
The End of Traditional Credentials
Conventional tools such as passwords, PINs, or keycards offer convenience but not certainty. They can be forgotten, stolen, cloned, or shared — and they confirm possession, not identity. In facilities that protect critical infrastructure, this gap represents an unacceptable risk.
Biometrics: The Next Layer of Trust
Biometric access control replaces guesswork with certainty by linking entry to an individual’s unique physical traits, such as fingerprints or facial features. These identifiers are inherently personal and nearly impossible to replicate. Combined with advanced liveness detection and anti-spoofing technologies, biometrics ensure that only verified personnel gain entry, seamlessly and securely.
Minimizing Human Error, Maximizing Integrity
Human mistakes remain a leading cause of security lapses. Biometric systems remove this vulnerability by eliminating lost cards, shared passwords, or accidental credential misuse. Access is tied directly to the authorized person, significantly reducing the risk of insider or accidental breaches.
Security Without Friction
When integrated with multi-factor authentication, biometrics add a critical layer of defense without slowing operations. A simple fingerprint or face scan can be combined with a PIN or smart card to meet the highest security standards while maintaining efficiency.
Proven by the World’s Most Secure Facilities
IDEMIA Public Security’s biometric solutions, including MorphoWave™, VisionPass, and SIGMA, are already trusted by leading global data centers. By anchoring security in identity rather than credentials, IDEMIA helps operators set a new benchmark for protection, resilience, and trust.
