About GSA
Smart Card Overview

Smart cards contain integrated circuit chips that perform computer functions with the added features of portability and enhanced security.

Smart cards can have multiple applications on a single card.  Major uses include:

  • Employee identification and authentication
  • Physical security
  • Building security
  • Storage of biometric information
  • Secure access to the Internet
  • Secure transactions over the Internet

Administrative applications such as:

  • Property management and storage of medical records
  • Electronic purse
  • Military applications

GSA provides federal, civilian and military agencies with interoperable smart card solutions through its Smart Access Common ID contract.  The contract provides a full range of services to customer agencies seeking to implement smart card programs.

 

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Last Modified 8/10/2004