The US Navy is implementing a mobility solution that provides secure e-mail and browsing capabilities on iOS devices. The solution is based on the existing Common Access Card (CAC) infrastructure and adds to the overall usability of the long standing smart card system. The order, which has been placed through Precise Biometrics' partner Carahsoft, includes Tactivo with Guardian Case for iPad Air 2.
"Tactivo continues to gain ground in the US Department of Defense. By investing in secure mobile access to information systems and resources, the US Navy increases employee flexibility and efficiency, while ensuring a high level of security by utilizing two-factor authentication", says Håkan Persson, CEO of Precise Biometrics.
About Tactivo
Tactivo is a product line of mobile smart card readers for iOS and Android devices that provides convenient and secure access to restricted resources from mobile devices. Tactivo brings true mobility to organizations using smart cards, such as CAC and Personal Identity Verification (PIV). The smart card readers can be used with a wide range of applications that enable many different use cases, such as secure browsing, e-mail, document signing and more.
For more information about Tactivo, please visit; https://www.precisebiometrics.com/mobile-smart-card-readers
This press release contains information that Precise Biometrics is required to disclose pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act (1991:980). The information was submitted for publication at 8.00 am CEST on September 18, 2015.
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Precise Biometrics has received an order of Tactivo™ and Tactivo Guardian Case from the US Navy. The order value is 1.1 million SEK and will impact fourth quarter revenues 2015 with the full amount.