Partnership with ACIC Marks First International Cloud ABIS Deployment
IDEMIA Public Security has successfully launched NAFIS NextGen, a cloud-based biometric identification system, in collaboration with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC). This marks IDEMIA Public Security’s first international cloud-based Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS) deployment and establishes a new global benchmark for cloud biometric identification systems.
A Milestone in Cloud Biometric Technology
Developed with ACIC, police partner agencies, and IDEMIA Public Security teams, NAFIS NextGen now operates in a secure cloud-hosted environment powered by Microsoft Azure and compliant with Australian Government protected-level controls. The system is built on a centralized architecture designed for high performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
NAFIS NextGen enables interoperability between EBIS and NAFIS systems through shared interfaces that allow biometric data matching while minimizing duplication. The solution represents a significant advancement in cloud-based national identification infrastructure.
Supporting Law Enforcement in Real Time
“I’m proud to continue our partnership with the ACIC and enable a secure, efficient way to aid Australian law enforcement agencies in helping solve crimes by matching crime scene evidence to persons of interest when every second counts,” said Thibaut Sartre, SVP, Justice & Public Safety, IDEMIA Public Security.
NAFIS remains the only national fingerprint and palmprint system in Australia, supporting thousands of daily law enforcement searches. It leverages IDEMIA’s advanced biometric algorithms for high-accuracy fingerprint matching, assisting agencies in identifying suspects in minutes.
Key Capabilities of NAFIS NextGen
- Enhanced matching accuracy using IDEMIA’s latest biometric algorithms
- Streamlined operational efficiency with automated fingerprint processing
- Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) for secure desktop access
- Compliance with the Australian Government Information Security Manual
- Advanced interactive training system for user proficiency
Driving the Future of Law Enforcement Technology
With innovations in biometrics, AI, and video analytics, IDEMIA Public Security empowers global law enforcement agencies with tools for faster identification, actionable intelligence, and improved operational agility. The company’s Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS) continues to meet growing global needs for real-time suspect identification and verification.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is NAFIS NextGen?
NAFIS NextGen is a cloud-based biometric identification system developed by IDEMIA Public Security in partnership with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission.
2. Why is this deployment significant?
It is IDEMIA’s first international cloud-based ABIS deployment, setting a new global standard for secure, scalable biometric systems.
3. What benefits does NAFIS NextGen offer?
It delivers enhanced biometric accuracy, automated processing, interoperability, and compliance with government security standards.
4. How is Microsoft Azure involved in this project?
The system operates in a secure Azure cloud environment under Australian Government protected-level controls.
5. Who can use NAFIS NextGen?
It supports Australian law enforcement agencies by helping match crime scene evidence to persons of interest in real time.