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Can I make my own press pass?
With the rise of the internet there was, of course, a rise in independent journalism and reporting. There are now a bunch of independent journalists and bloggers who are respected and treat reporting with the same respect as any other media or journalistic institution. So, as a major producer of ID cards and press passes in the US, we get quite a few inquiries [...]
Is your key card safe?
You are probably not aware that the common “prox” or key cards used to open 100’s of thousands of doors across America can be copied by anyone in a matter of minutes. Even though these passive prox cards are used by some of America’s largest and most tech-savvy companies, most people will be shocked to learn that these key cards can be easily [...]
ID cards for Online Students and Teachers
Everyone is familiar with the photo ID cards used by students on a college campus. They provide access to dorm rooms, allow payment for meals, and are often used for public transportation, among many other things. In addition, in this day and age, many campuses are requiring teachers and staff to also have photo ID cards as one more way to ensure that only [...]
Photo ID cards for National Identity Programs
Countries around the world have recognized that a secure, centrally administered ID card program can result in many efficiencies when their citizens interact with the government for a wide variety of public services. Different nations have taken various unique approaches to the issuance of government photo ID cards. One of the major choices made is to either allow a card to be multi-function, or [...]
InstantCard announces full integration with the ADP Marketplace
After nearly six months of development and testing, as well as extensive security validations, InstantCard is pleased to announce that its ID card app is now listed on the ADP Workforce Now® Marketplace, and available to all ADP and InstantCard customers. This will greatly improve the efficiency with which those corporate clients which use both services will be able to manage their daily [...]
The use of ID cards to prevent crime by bogus delivery people
During the current pandemic, major cities are seeing a rise in a new kind of crime: “delivery impersonation”. As more and more people order meals and daily provisions online, there is a rise of all kinds of delivery services to bring those goods to peoples’ homes. And criminals have now discovered that they become an easy mark for entering the homes of unsuspecting clients. [...]
A better way to obtain ID cards when staff members are working from home
With so many people sheltering in place, this unique period is giving many companies the opportunity to completely re-think the processes that they have traditionally used to accomplish their mission. Many companies are realizing that work-from-home can be in fact very effective, and can significantly reduce their overhead costs. Companies are coming to the realization that cloud-based services which facilitate communications and other vital [...]
How Photo ID cards can complement the use of face masks during Coronavirus
It is now very common to see everyone in public places wearing a facemask, as a precaution against spreading the novel coronavirus. The use of face masks is recognized as having a substantial impact on flattening the curve in dealing with the pandemic. At InstantCard, we encourage everyone to use personal protective gear to help us all get through this period of widespread health [...]
Press Badges during COVID-19
I was speaking to a good friend the other day. Naturally, I asked him how he's coping with the Coronavirus pandemic in his state of California. I hadn't really thought about the fact that he works as an editor for a news program out in LA. He told me that he was, in fact an essential worker, and was making daily trips into [...]
Coronavirus ID Cards for Critical Infrastructure Businesses
The Coronavirus outbreak is affecting all of us in many ways, and everyone is struggling to keep up with fast-unfolding events. One recent, major development is the decision by some cities and states to “lock-down” and enforce everyone staying at home to slow the spread of COVID-19. All businesses in these areas, not just bars and restaurants, are being forced to close, relying entirely [...]