Meet SECANDA Inc, a new player in the North American market with 20+ years of credentialing experience in Europe. SECANDA Suite, along with their app and mobile wallet, is their solution to the university One Card problem. More than a One Card, SECANDA’s One ID system connects your campus with the most flexible and interoperable software on the market. SECANDA knows identity is the key to modernization in the evolving university ecosystem, and SECANDA Suite is your key to futureproofing your campus.
Continue readingCard Office Overview: East Texas A&M University
Enjoy a card office overview from East Texas A&M University
Work Smarter With AI as Your Trusted Aide
Ready to reclaim your time and simplify your workday? This session shows you how to make AI your trusted aide by handling tasks automatically, streamlining workflows, and freeing you to focus on what matters most. As someone who uses Microsoft Copilot daily, we’ll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you integrate AI seamlessly into your routine.
Continue readingDelivering a 5-star Experience to Gen-Alpha Students
The next generation of students, Gen-Alpha, are arriving on campuses with expectations shaped by a digital-first world. They demand seamless, personalized, and secure experiences at every touchpoint. Discover how advanced card technologies, like contactless smart cards and mobile credential solutions, are enhancing campus security, streamlining access to resources, and elevating the overall campus experience. From enabling secure and frictionless dormitory access to improving dining options and event participation, Entrust printers can play a key role in creating a connected, efficient, and innovative campus environment.
Continue readingInnovations Shaping the Future … an Interview with Transact + CBORD
Dawn Thomas, NACCU CEO, interviews Read Winkelman, Vice President, Campus ID and Business Leader at Transact + CBORD. Listen as they discuss innovations that are shaping the future of the higher edtech industry, including the introduction of AI tools in campus ID systems, the benefits of unified and integrated solutions across the student experience, and how Transact + CBORD partners with institutions to co-create technology that meets the evolving needs of today’s students and administrators.
Continue readingUM Western’s Incentive Program Using Student ID Cards
The Paw Prints for Success Program is an incentive program that gets students involved in on campus activities by swiping their Bulldog Card at events. Learn the ins and outs, processes and successes of this popular program!
Continue readingEvolution of Mobile Credentials…An Interview with HID
John Ogle, NACCU Membership Experience and Education Director, interviews Tim Nyblom, Director of End User Business Development for Higher Education at HID. Listen as they discuss the evolution of mobile credentials on campus, from HID’s new role as a credential manager to the expansion of Google Wallet support in higher education. Tim also shares insights from the groundbreaking University of Arizona deployment, explores how Generation Alpha’s expectations are driving digital transformation, and highlights why open architecture and choice are essential for the future of campus access.
Continue readingTechnology and Communication in Action: Enhancing Campus Dining Through Innovation
Let’s explore how strategic use of technology and clear communication transformed the experience of students and staff during an 18-month renovation of our largest dining facility at the University of Pittsburgh. This session highlights the tools and systems we used to stay connected, maintain service continuity, and build anticipation. We’ll also discuss how integrated technology solutions now support a one-stop shop model—streamlining everything from dining and vending to retail and parking—to meet the evolving expectations of today’s campus community.
Continue readingProviding Exceptional Service by Setting Realistic Expectations
Our offices are called upon to get things done: yesterday – even if we haven’t been provided with what we need to fulfill the request. How is this behavior and (sometimes) unobtainable expectations impacting you, your team, and your operations? Learn how the EmoryCard team has put best practices in place to establish clear service requirements that ensures our campus partners understand what steps they need to follow for exceptional service.
Continue readingElectronic Access in Student Residence Halls…An Interview with Allegion
John Ogle, NACCU Membership Engagement Manager, interviews Jeff Koziol, Higher Education Security Specialist with Allegion in this conversation, they explore the business case for electronic access in student residence halls, the percentage of campuses currently managing room-level access electronically, and the solutions available for new construction versus retrofits.
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