Etisalat, the UAE's leading telecoms company, is harnessing mobile NFC solution for corporate access control from Gemalto, a leading provider in digital security. The solution enables Etisalat's management to securely access its head office and facilities with a single tap of a mobile phone on a contactless reader.
According to Gemalto, the combination of the company's UpTeq Multi-tenant NFC SIM and embedded access control application showcases the potential uses of NFC in a highly secure corporate environment, with smart mobile services and trusted digital identities forming an integral part of the everyday life. The mobile NFC can also be used for authorizing and initiating network printing. This ensures document confidentiality while supporting Etisalat's objective of adopting environment sustainability in all aspects of operations and business.
Abdulla Hashim, Senior Vice President – Digital Services, Etisalat
Etisalat is evolving into a truly integrated service provider by introducing smart solutions and mobile apps that can make modern living in our smart cities easier, whether it's in the office, at home, or when shopping or traveling. We believe that Gemalto's NFC experience and remarkable technical support will be valuable assets to us.
Eric Claudel, President for Middle East & Africa at Gemalto
This deployment reflects the true potential of NFC technology which opens the door to many more new services on mobile. Etisalat is playing a key role in putting the UAE at the forefront of this mobile revolution, using the power of this technology to deliver smart services to its employees but also potentially to its corporate customers.
