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Haiti Embarks on Journey to Protect Citizens from Identity Theft with Smartmatic Partnership

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010, the government recognized the urgent need to revamp its Civil Registry and Identity System. To achieve this, Smartmatic partnered with Innovatrics to deploy biometric technology and enhance the existing system.

The Ambitious Project: A Biometric Identity Management Solution

Launched in 2012, the project aimed to develop a biometric identity management solution that ensured secure and precise data collection while catering to the needs of various government agencies and social services. To tackle this challenge, Smartmatic deployed Innovatrics’ AFIS technology, which successfully migrated and deduplicated Haiti’s existing fingerprint database of 5.2 million enrollees.

Key Features of the IDKit SDK Software

The innovative IDKit SDK software was used in over 700 enrollment stations, allowing for the expansion of the database to more than 8.5 million citizens. Key features of this software include:

  • Accurate and Secure Data Collection: The software guarantees accurate and secure data collection, preventing identity theft and fraud in elections, census, and border control.
  • Robust Identity Management System: The system provides a robust identity management solution that ensures the integrity of citizen identities.

The Result: A Safer and More Secure Environment for Haiti’s Citizens

With this cutting-edge technology in place, Haiti can now confidently protect its citizens from identity-related crimes. This achievement has created a safer and more secure environment for all Haitians, ensuring their identities are protected and respected.

Conclusion

The partnership between Smartmatic and Innovatrics has led to the development of a biometric identity management solution that has transformed Haiti’s Civil Registry and Identity System. This innovative technology has enabled the country to protect its citizens from identity theft and fraud, setting a new standard for identity management in the region.