DALLAS –
June 22, 2011 – VingCard
Elsafe, the global leader in
hospitality security and part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, announces that a
combination of their VISIONLINE system, RFID (Radio Frequency
Identification)
and advanced NFC (Near Field Communication) technology is  now making it
possible for hotel guests to check in remotely through their PC or
web-enabled
mobile devices and bypass the front desk at check-in, using NFC-enabled
mobile
phones as virtual guestroom keys.This smart check-in solution is based on NFC, a secure delivery infrastructure for distributing and managing virtual keys securely on mobile devices, using a short-range wireless communication technology standard that enables the exchange of data between devices over about a 10 centimeter distance. With the new VingCard Elsafe NFC solution, hotel guests can book their hotel rooms as usual, through a PC or any other web-enabled device. Upon the day of arrival, the room number and the digital hotel room key is sent securely to the guest’s mobile phone. When the guest arrives at the hotel, they can bypass the front desk and proceed directly to the hotel room. The hotel room door is unlocked by simply holding the phone near the door lock.  “Our
groundbreaking NFC-based mobile key solution is a simple, user-friendly
way to
save valuable time for today’s tech-savvy guests,” said Tim Shea,
Global
President for VingCard Elsafe “Because our solution uses NFC, it
requires no
additional action by the guest such as dialing a number at the door,
making it the
quickest, most convenient and reliable solution on the market. This is
game-changing technology for the hotel market that doesn’t require
additional
hardware expense to deploy.”VingCard Elsafe’s NFC solution also provides end-to-end security by making it impossible for unauthorized people to use a lost or stolen mobile phone. Security managers can add, remove or update access rights for any of the users instantly, regardless of if the doors are online or offline. The backbone of VingCard Elsafe’s NFC solution is the VISIONLINE system, which features standalone electronic locks that communicate with a central property server, eliminating the need to manually encode keycards, cancel master cards and check battery life. A remote audit trail and live card-tracking capabilities provide valuable intelligence in the event of a guest dispute. Optional advanced communication functionality keeps hotel management constantly in the loop regarding security issues via automated text message or email. Another distinct advantage of the VingCard Elsafe system is that it works with existing RFID locks, such as VingCard Elsafe’s Signature RFID locking solution. This provides maximum flexibility and an easy upgrade path for existing RFID customers. Currently, VingCard Elsafe has the largest installed base of RFID locking systems in the world. “When you choose a VingCard Elsafe product, you can be assured that it is designed not only for today, but for the future,” added Shea. “Our solutions are designed to allow our customers to easily transition from one technology to another, or augment their systems with additional features, as new protocols are introduced and adopted by the market. For instance, we are currently exploring a pilot to incorporate our NFC locking technology into the existing RFID-based Aloft Smart Check-In program, in order to enhance the program and provide another level of guest convenience and mobility.” VingCard Elsafe is the world leader in developing locking systems and electronic in-room safes for the hospitality industry, offering user-friendly security systems that meet the unique operational needs of hotels and resorts. For more information on VingCard Elsafe’s NFC solution, please view the video here or visit www.vingcard.com About VingCard Elsafe  The world leader in hotel security
technology, ASSA ABLOY
Hospitality has products installed in more than 39,000 properties
worldwide,
securing in excess of 6.5 million hotel rooms and is part of the ASSA
ABLOY
Group, a publicly listed company. VingCard provides numerous electronic
locking
system solutions, including traditional magnetic-stripe, smartcard
systems and
the latest RFID electronic locks compatible with the main ISO
standards: ISO
14.443A (MIFARE), ISO 14.443B, ISO15.693 and NFC-compatible (Near Field
Communication), fully integrated PMS interface software solutions, as
well as
the world leader in wireless online locking solutions for hotels based
on
ZigBee secured open platform. VingCard has worldwide service and
support in
more than 166 countries. Elsafe provides the only UL-listed (1037)
hotel safe
series on the market today in keypad and card-based models. Elsafe
Safes
include a UL-listed internal power outlet to support recharging of
laptops and
camcorders, full wireless online capabilities and RFID versions
compatible with
VingCard system. Elsafe customers also enjoy the same worldwide service
and
support. Orion by VingCard Elsafe is the new Energy Management Solution
that
reduces energy consumption, ensures guest comfort and contributes to
improve
hotels green initiatives. The ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Group is dedicated
to the
hospitality industry. For more information on VingCard Elsafe, visit www.vingcard.com and www.elsafe.com.ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in door-opening solutions dedicated to satisfying end-user needs for security, safety and convenience. ASSA ABLOY has developed a scalable secure delivery infrastructure for mobile keys. This solution ensures end-to-end security and is applicable for residential, commercial and hotel applications. For more information, please visit www.assaabloy.com. |