“As a single provider of FIPS 201 compliant digital security solutions – devices, applets, middleware and card management services – Gemalto is committed to delivering a platform for secure access and security solutions to the federal government,” said Ernie Berger, president of Gemalto North America. “Our solution underwent rigorous and thorough design, evaluation and testing and we are pleased that it was selected within such an influential agency in the U.S. Executive Branch.” Gemalto has long been a major provider of strong authentication devices to the U.S. government. More than 12 million microprocessor-based smart cards are in use today by several agencies, including the Department of Defense, which has deployed 11 million Common Access Cards (CAC) supplied by Gemalto. Under this contract, the comprehensive solution includes deployment and use of personalized smart ID credentials for secure access to information systems and federal buildings. In addition, Gemalto provides technical advice and integration and delivery services. Intercede, a worldwide technology leader in the field of smart card management solutions, is providing the card management system within Gemalto’s SafesITe™ Government solution. www.gemalto.com www.intercede.com