Automated and quick log-in
With Unisys uLogon, clients benefit from:
- An automated and quick log-in or screen unlock that allows more productivity and better quality tracking especially in production sites
- A simplified architecture that does not require expensive PKI infrastructure neither costly helpdesk support for Password Reset
- A strong authentication solution that delivers security, efficiency and control in a cost effective manner
Read about Unisys in action with the following clients:
- A National Hospital
- A National Postal Service
- A Swiss Watch Manufacturer
- A Technology & Manufacturing Company
A National Hospital
Business Challenge
- Workstations/Desktops accessed and shared by multiple users, exposing sensitive data in the process
- Logging in/off and waiting for applications to load consumes precious time
- Subsequent users are denied access if the previous user locks a workstation and walks away
Solution
- uLogon Screenlocker solution
Results and benefit
- Enhanced security by allowing legitimate users to access sensitive data
- Improved productivity by significantly reducing the time spent by users logging in/log off
- Increased regulatory compliance by enabling secure user access and deploying a proven method that uses RFID badges to protect internal data and networks
- Improved work quality through full traceability and accountability
A National Postal Service
Business Challenge
- Usability issues - Temporary / part-time workers tend to forget their passwords once they back on the job
- Cost issues: High cost of help desk support for password resets
- Following policies that require a frequent / periodic change in passwords is a time consuming task and may force users towards default or easy-to-remember passwords
Security issues- Weak passwords can be easily guessed or hacked
- Strong password policies can actually reduce security: Users often write and store passwords in obvious locations
Solution
- Biometric uLogon solution with palm vein scanners integrated into the mouse, keyboard or installed as standalone devices
Results and Benefits
- By eliminating help desk support for password resets, the client was able to gain 650K dollars in annual cost savings
- Simplified Architecture - Integration with active directory enables a flexible as well as an automatic Rights Management process
- Convenience - Freedom from remembering passwords
- Security - Biometric authentication ensures that the users are who they claim to be
A Swiss Watch Manufacturer
Business Challenge
- Security: Workstations on the shop floor are accessed and shared by multiple users, exposing sensitive product data in the process
- Productivity:
- Several hundred employees sharing half as many PCs’ to enter product details in the ERP system
- Logging in/off and waiting for applications to load consumes precious time
Solution
- uLogon Screenlocker solution with contactless chip and RFID
Results and Benefits
- Enhanced security by allowing legitimate users to access sensitive data
- Improved communication within the organization that shortened business response times to customer demands
- Improved productivity by significantly reducing the time spent by users logging in/log off, and in password administration and maintenance
- Increased regulatory compliance by enabling secure user access and deploying a proven method to protect internal data and networks
- Improved work quality by allowing managers to fairly reward good performance through full traceability
A Technology & Manufacturing Company
Business Challenge
- Usability issues – Logging into Windows workstations in protected areas is complex
- Following policies that require a frequent/periodic change in passwords is a time consuming task and may force users towards default or easy-to-remember passwords
- Security Issues
- Audit challenges - No way of tracking logins, logouts, password changes and other user activity on each workstation
- Weak passwords can be easily guessed or hacked
- Strong password policies can hamper security: Users often write and store passwords in obvious locations
Solution
- uLogon solution with RFID readers for secure Windows login
Results and benefit
- Simplified Architecture - Integration with active directory enables a flexible as well as an automatic Rights Management process
- Convenience -
- Freedom from remembering passwords
- Integration with existing badges
- Changing passwords is an automated process with no user interaction required
- Security - The password is securely stored in the Legic badge