What is meant by Card management?

The term "ID Management" refers to the systematic recording, management, and monitoring of identification and access documents used for the authentication and authorization of individuals across various systems and facilities. This management includes both physical IDs like ID cards and digital certificates and credentials. The aim of ID management is to enhance security, control access rights, and ensure proper use of IDs.

Typical software functions in the area of "ID Management":

ID Data Capture: Systematic capture and storage of information related to IDs, including personal details, ID numbers, and validity periods.
ID Creation: Generation and printing of physical IDs or creation of digital certificates, including the implementation of security features such as holograms or QR codes.
Access Rights Management: Managing and adjusting access permissions based on ID information, such as entry control to buildings or IT systems.
Monitoring and Logging: Recording of activities and events related to the use of IDs, such as entries and exits or system accesses.
Locking and Unlocking of IDs: Capability to lock lost or stolen IDs and unlock temporarily suspended IDs.
Reminders and Notifications: Automated reminders and notifications for upcoming expiry dates or necessary renewals of IDs.
Integration with Other Systems: Integration with security and access systems for seamless incorporation of ID management into existing infrastructures.
Reporting: Creation of reports on ID usage, validity, and any incidents for internal or external purposes.

Examples of "ID Management":

ID Card Management: Management of employee IDs, including creation, updating, and locking of ID cards.
Access Control Systems: Implementation and management of access credentials for digital systems, such as distributing and managing access codes or cards.
Digital Certificates: Management of digital certificates for secure communication and authentication in networks.
ID Renewal: Automated notification and management of ID renewals when expiry dates approach.
Visitor ID Management: Creation and management of temporary IDs for visitors and guests, including time-limited access rights.