According to this partnership, Ermes srl has agreed to distribute Zwipe's biometric access cards in Italy. Zwipe Access utilizes state-of-the-art biometric capture and matching technology to securely store the cardholder's encrypted fingerprint template directly within the card's smart chip during issuance. Thus, Zwipe Access offers an additional layer of security.

Zwipe has secured an initial Demo Kits order from Ermes for Zwipe Access biometric cards.  This initial order will be used to demonstrate the solution to potential end users.

Speaking on the partnership, Marco Tomadin, Chairman, Ermes srl, said, "We strongly believe in this innovative solution based on biometric technology that allows to validate cardholder identity without having to change the existing infrastructure. It is the ideal solution for all large companies that need a high level of access security. We are pleased to partner with Zwipe, a leading company in this market sector."

"We are happy to partner with Ermes srl, a leading security solution distributor. We look forward to developing and strengthening the relationship with the Italian security market thanks to our local expertise and support, as well as supporting Ermes srl to deliver best- in-class access control solutions to integration partners.", says Robert Puskaric, President and CEO of Zwipe.

About Ermes srl
Established in 2005, Ermes srl started its business with the distribution of thermographic card printers to become over time a company specialized in solutions for the identification and security of people and data and solutions to simplify the management of complex processes. Despite an articulated company structure, Ermes recognizes the importance of flexibility that allows its structure to satisfy the needs of each customer, both as regards budget and for the "pushed" personalization of products and / or solutions and related services, typical of large companies or government agencies.
To learn more, please visit https://ermes-online.it/

About Zwipe
Zwipe believes the inherent uniqueness of every person is the key to a safer future. We work passionately across networks of international organizations, industries, and cultures to make convenience safe and secure. We pioneer next-generation biometric card technology for payment, physical and logical access control, as well as identification solutions. We promise our customers and partners deep insight and frictionless solutions, ensuring a seamless user experience with our innovative biometric products and services. Zwipe is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with a global presence.
To learn more, please visit http://www.zwipe.com/