Fujitsu Named Finalist in Info Security Products Guide Global Awards

Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., today announced that Info Security Products Guide named the Fujitsu PalmSecure™ authentication system a finalist for the 2008 Global Product Excellence and the 2008 Outstanding Awards in the Best Global Security Products Category. These prestigious global awards recognize security and IT vendors with advanced, ground-breaking products and solutions that are helping set the bar higher for others in all areas of technology.

"Signs of the next generation IT revolution are now visible and are already making an impact worldwide. Companies such as Fujitsu are behind the products and technologies that are fueling this next revolution," says Rake Narang, editor-in-chief, Info Security Products Guide. "PalmSecure was voted a finalist by more than 11,000 voters worldwide, consisting of end-users, channel partners and readers of Info Security Products Guide."

The Fujitsu PalmSecure authentication system is a palm vein based authentication system that utilizes the latest in biometric security technology. The contact-less device offers an easy-to-use, hygienic solution for identity verification, answering a worldwide need from verticals including the government, healthcare institutions, and the private sector. The PalmSecure was recently deployed throughout the Carolinas HealthCare System (CHS) as a part of a solution to effectively register patients' information, and protect their medical records and identities. It has the largest user base for any biometrically powered patient registration solution in North America, and its use is also widespread throughout Japan, with more than 15,000 sensors already installed in banks, universities, hospitals and private condominiums.

"We're proud that the Fujitsu PalmSecure authentication system has been recognized as a finalist in the Best Global Security Products Category," said Joel Hagberg, vice president, marketing and business development, Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. "Behind this distinguished success is our relentless drive to stay customer-focused. We believe this recognition is a clear validation that our products and services are gaining adoption from existing and new markets."

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