Comprehensive network provides interoperable technologies from Datacard Group and its affiliates

San Diego, CA, September 25, 2006–Datacard Group today introduced the Datacard Solutions Network at the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) Seminar and Exhibition. Datacard Group formed this network to help its customers easily locate interoperable products and services–including secure identity, access control, network security and asset tracking–offered by the company and its affiliates.

“Datacard Group offers the most comprehensive range of secure ID solutions available today and collaborates with a number of leaders in a variety of security technologies,” said Connell Smith, vice president of desktop solutions for Datacard Group. “The ID Solutions Network brings the wealth of information and expertise we and our affiliates possess to the forefront for secure ID professionals.”

Information about these best-in-class technologies offered by the Datacard Solutions Network can be found online at http://www.datacard.com/IDSN. This web site serves as a single, convenient source of solutions for a variety of applications, case study information, industry insights and Datacard Solutions Network affiliate profiles. The site’s soon-to-be-released “Solutions Finder” feature allows visitors to enter search criteria and quickly identify offerings that match their needs.

“This new and valuable network of providers reinforces Datacard Group’s commitment to interoperability,” said Smith. “It also makes our customer’s work easier in buying combined solutions. They can be confident that the products and services they purchase from network affiliates work with Datacard products.”

Datacard Group offers the world’s best-selling secure ID and card personalization solutions. The company’s portfolio includes systems for high-volume card issuance, card delivery, secure ID issuance and passport production, plus extensive service and supply offerings. Datacard Group serves customers in more than 120 countries (http://www.datacard.com).