The Fundamentals of Biometrics Short Course
27 February 2025
London, United Kingdom (in-person event)
DATE
27 February 2025
DURATION
One day course
LOCATION
London
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
This short course, developed by the Biometrics Institute, provides a broad understanding of implementing biometric systems. It delves into the critical policy issues, key processes and risk management challenges that should always be considered and addressed during the selection, procurement and operation of any biometric system.
Grounded in the Institute’s Good Practice Framework and the Three Laws of Biometrics (Policy, Process and Technology), course modules provide the recommended sequencing and prioritisation of key decisions and actions across the biometric lifecycle.
WORKSHOP PRESENTER
Roger Baldwin, Advisory Council Member, Biometrics Institute
Roger is a former Deputy Chairman and Director of the Biometrics Institute and currently works as an Independent Consultant specialising in developing forensic science and biometric capabilities in fragile and developing countries. He was previously Head of Counter Terrorism Forensic Services with the Metropolitan Police, New Scotland Yard in London, UK. Roger was the ‘Penholder’ for the United Nations Security Council Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) and Office for Counter Terrorism (OCT) Project – the ‘UN Compendium of Recommended Practices for the Responsible Use and Sharing of Biometrics in Counter Terrorism’ that was published in June 2018.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is recommended for anyone involved in the planning, development or operation of a biometric application. It is suitable for delegates who have little or no knowledge of biometric technologies as well as those who have worked with biometrics for a long time. Organisations are therefore encouraged to send a diverse group of personnel, for example, policy makers, operational and technical managers, customer service representatives, human resources, legal, privacy and data protection staff, to facilitate open, balanced and productive conversations. It will help create stronger consensus within your organisation on what good biometrics look like.
The course is highly interactive and participants will be encouraged to bring to bear their own experiences and areas of expertise during the discussion sessions.
REGISTRATION FEES
Members: GBP 800 (+VAT@20%)
Non-members: GBP 1,400 (+VAT@20%)
Student: GBP 315 (+VAT@20%)
Proof of current full time student status must be provided before being eligible for the student rate. Student rate registrations will be processed at the discretion of the Biometrics Institute.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTIFICATION
The Biometrics Institute provides training and course material as a tool to help you conduct due diligence. While the Institute has used reasonable care to ensure the accuracy of the material and course, due to the content and variable inputs during and after the process of implementing biometrics, the Institute cannot be held accountable for outcomes or compliance. The material and course have been prepared for informational purposes only and are not intended to provide legal or compliance advice. You should consult your legal advisor should you require advice on the legal or compliance aspects of the material or course.