National Security & Defence

In an increasingly complex global landscape, national security is paramount. NEC delivers advanced solutions that safeguard nations, borders, and critical infrastructure, ensuring proactive defence against evolving threats and the comprehensive safety of citizens.

NEC national security and defence solutions protecting borders, infrastructure, and citizens

Comprehensive Solutions for National Security

Within National Security & Defense, our advanced biometric capabilities are foundational for robust security. They enable rapid, highly accurate identity verification and threat detection at critical points like borders and secure facilities. These intelligent systems provide essential tools for intelligence gathering, secure access control, and streamlining operations, all while safeguarding national interests and ensuring the safety of citizens.

NEC Biometric authentication technologies and secure access

Biometrics Authentication 

Biometric authentication is a core strength for NEC, with research and development dating back to the 1970s. Our "Bio-IDiom" brand encompasses leading technologies like fingerprint, palmprint, face, iris, voice, and ear acoustic recognition. These solutions are utilized globally to ensure secure and safe access, digital content use, and tailored to customer needs, often enhanced by combining multiple biometric systems for increased security.

NEC Biometric Matching System for secure identity verification

NEC Biometric Matching System

NEC’s Biometric Matching System (BMS) is a high-performance, multi-modal biometric solution that delivers secure and accurate identity verification at scale. Designed for fingerprint, face, and iris recognition, it ensures seamless integration across national security, immigration, law enforcement, and enterprise applications.

Built on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware, BMS provides scalability, flexibility, and high availability, making it an ideal solution for governments and enterprises seeking fast, secure, and reliable biometric matching.

NEC Biometric Matching System Cloud for scalable identity verification

NEC Biometric Matching System Cloud

NEC BMS Cloud is a cloud-native biometric matching platform designed for governments and enterprises needing high-speed and highly scalable identity verification. Built on open-source infrastructure, it enables large-scale 1:1 verification and 1:N identification across fingerprint, face, and iris—without the need for proprietary hardware.

NEC Smart Positive Identification for biometric identity verification

NEC Smart Positive Identification

SPID is a plug-and-play biometric identity solution that supports seamless integration with various biometric capture devices, requiring only minimal coding adjustments.

Designed for cross-device compatibility and ISO compliance, SPID enhances identity verification with high-quality biometric data, ensuring accuracy and security across multiple applications.

Industries we can support

Government

Defense, Internal Security Agencies

Border Control & Immigration

Law Enforcement

Critical Infrastructure

Utilities, Transportation Hubs, Communication Networks

Emergency Services

Financial Institutions

Related Topics

Other Services and Solutions

Enhance airport efficiency and passenger processing with NEC’s aviation technology solutions

Aviation Solutions

NEC’s aviation solutions streamline passenger processing with secure, seamless technologies—enhancing efficiency from check-in to boarding.

Learn more
NEC’s secure biometric solutions for facial, iris, and fingerprint recognition across digital systems

Biometrics Authentication

NEC’s biometric authentication delivers secure and accurate identity verification across fingerprint, face, iris, and palm recognition.

Learn more
24/7 cyber defence with NEC’s AI-driven security, SOC monitoring, and incident response capabilities

Cyber Defence Services

NEC’s cyber defence services are designed to protect organisations from a wide range of cyber threats through our Advanced Response Center (ARC).

Learn more
Streamline operations and data integration with NEC’s enterprise resource planning technologies

Enterprise Resource Planning

NEC’s ERP solutions streamline operations with modular, integrated tools—boosting efficiency, data visibility, and smarter decision-making across your enterprise.

Learn more
Leverage NEC’s intelligent finance systems to enhance risk management and regulatory compliance

Financial Solutions & Services

NEC’s Financial Solutions and Services empower financial institutions with secure, integrated solutions that enhance fraud detection, strengthen compliance, and improve risk management.

Learn more
Empower scalable, resilient operations with NEC’s advanced servers, data centers, and connectivity solutions

Infrastructure Solutions & Services

NEC’s Infrastructure Solutions & Services deliver secure, scalable IT systems that support seamless operations, reliable connectivity, and future-ready growth.

Learn more
Optimize hybrid cloud operations with NEC’s flexible and secure multi-cloud management services

Multi-Cloud

NEC’s Multi-Cloud solutions offer secure, flexible, and optimized cloud management across public, private, and hybrid environments—simplifying operations and accelerating innovation.

Learn more
Scalable and secure IT management with NEC’s AI-powered digital infrastructure solutions

Managed Digital Services

NEC’s Managed Digital Services offer a robust suite of IT services on a single platform designed to support your digital transformation journey.

Learn more
Ensure citywide safety and emergency readiness with NEC’s AI surveillance and security platforms

Public Safety Solutions and Services

NEC’s Public Safety Solutions & Services support governments with advanced surveillance, biometrics, and identity management to enhance security and public trust.

Learn more
NEC value chain innovation and co-creation strategies for digital transformation

Value Chain Innovation

NEC’s Value Chain Innovation drives efficiency and agility through co-creation, digital transformation, automation, and data-driven insights.

Learn more