Did you know?
NZ$200m
annual cost to the New Zealand economy from Identity theft
21%
of Kiwis have experienced identity theft, ~133,000 Kiwis annually
#1
World's No. 1 Biometric technology provider known for delivering solutions with social value
Secure.
Seamless.
Trusted.
Did you know that 52% of data breaches are caused by human error or weak passwords? In a world where trust is everything, identity is the key. NEC New Zealand enables government agencies, enterprises, and service providers to transform the way they verify, manage, and trust identities. Our scalable digital identity services deliver fast, secure, and inclusive access for all — powered by our globally trusted biometrics, the unparalleled NEC Identity Cloud platform, and best-in-class Identity Verification capabilities.
Why NEC for Digital Identity?
We combine decades of biometric innovation with deep industry understanding to bring you world-class identity services tailored to the needs of New Zealand. NEC is the only vendor recognised for leadership in biometric performance (NIST), offering cloud delivery and ethical identity design.
Our solutions are built to support:
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AML/CTF & KYC compliance
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Digital onboarding
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Fraud prevention
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Seamless biometric authentication
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Reusable identity credentials
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Privacy-first, user-controlled experiences
Our Solutions
Identity Verification Services (IDV)
Confidence at the moment it matters most.
Establish trust in your customers, citizens, or users with advanced identity verification that meets your compliance and user experience goals.
Key features:
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Biometric face matching with passive liveness detection
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Document validation with tampering & forgery detection (14,000+ document templates)
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Data verification against government and authoritative databases
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Compliance with ICAO, ISO 30107-3 Level 2 PAD, and more
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Protection from injection attacks, deepfakes, and identity fraud
Ideal for onboarding, AML compliance, account recovery, fraud detection, and secure remote services.
NEC Identity Cloud
A modular, cloud-native identity platform
Our Identity Cloud is a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) delivering biometric verification, credential management, and access control capabilities — all via API and open standards. Built for compliance, security, and ease of integration, it enables fast adoption and future scalability.
Capabilities include:
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Identity Proofing (1:N)
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Identity Verification (1:1)
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Digital Credential Issuance & Management
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Biometric Authentication
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Identity Access Management (IDAM)
No infrastructure needed – deploy what you need, when you need it.
Why NEC NZ
- Deep local expertise—helping shape Aotearoa’s digital identity ecosystem as a founding member of Digital Identity NZ.
- Global leadership in biometrics—trusted by governments and enterprises worldwide, with top-ranked accuracy verified by NIST.
- Proven delivery through local teams who understand New Zealand’s regulatory, cultural, and sector-specific needs.
- Scalable, cloud-native platforms like NEC Identity Cloud, designed for secure integration and future growth.
Benefits to You
- Build trust and confidence with customers, citizens, and regulators through secure, privacy-first identity solutions.
- Reduce fraud, identity theft, and compliance risks with advanced biometric verification.
- Deliver seamless, inclusive access across online and in-person services.
- Unlock efficiency and innovation with scalable platforms that evolve alongside your business or agency needs.
Ready to create trust that lasts?
Contact NEC New Zealand today to explore digital identity solutions that combine global innovation with local insight.
Capabilities
Accuracy
Rated most accurate finger, face, and iris biometric matching algorithms.
COTS
Uses commercial industry-standard hardware and software.
Interoperability
with existing technology at airports and Mobile SDK for iOS and Android apps.
Safety
for travellers and employees alike, verifying identity with face masks on.
Scalability
Expand capabilities, including beyond the airport to car rental and hotels.
Efficiency
Process passengers faster with fewer touches and interactions.
Privacy
Passengers can choose to opt-in and use their Digital IDs.
Local
NEC has been operating in New Zealand for over 50 years.
Use Cases
Financial Services
Banks and financial institutions worldwide are embracing the rapid digitisation of their services as consumers expect their financial services to be available, anywhere and from every device. This growing appetite for digital-first banking creates the need to adopt flexible methods of authentication beyond the username and password that remain secure and seamless.
NEC utilises biometric authentication and facial recognition technologies to pioneer smooth and accurate identity verification solutions in the banking sector to optimise the customer experience on digital platforms. It also plays an active role in protecting customer information by creating a secure mobile banking experience while detecting and deterring fraudulent banking activity.
Sports and Entertainment
If you ever went to an area to watch your favourite sports team perform or spent the day at a theme park, you know that small inconveniences such as ticket problems to gridlock at concession stands add up to a major headache that sours the fan experience.
NEC creates a frictionless and contactless experience at every touchpoint, from using face recognition to enter a venue to providing the option of card-less and cashless purchases across every store. This enables more convenient interactions, reduces wait times and ultimately enhances the overall fan experience.
Healthcare
Ensuring that healthcare facilities are safe and secure environments for patients, staff and visitors alike is of utmost importance. That requires that the best quality of care is provided for patients and allowing staff to have correct details and access in a safe and seamless way.
NEC has enabled streamlined processes within healthcare facilities while leveraging on contactless technologies such as face or iris detection, ensuring that doctors and nurses make every second count in the event of an emergency.
Corporate Buildings
Today's fast-paced business environment demands high-performance organisations where employees can act quickly and function effectively. This requires adaptive solutions that free workers from conventional constraints and enable them to achieve a new level in responsiveness.
NEC empowers employees within these commercial spaces, allowing them to work and move smarter. NEC's Identity platforms also drive seamless integration between various touchpoints within the building, such as endpoint devices, meeting spaces and retail outlets.
Transportation
Transportation systems need not only be secure and safe, but also convenient and comfortable. NEC seamlessly links all modes of modern transportation - from planes, trains, buses, and cars - to new forms of mobility in a simple and user-friendly
NEC sees smart transportation as a gateway not just to create smoother and more efficient experiences, but as a means to increase overall accessibility and connectivity of cities, increasing revenues for transport operators while contributing to thriving local communities and economic activity.
Retail and Hospitality
No matter what reason we’re traveling for, the modern consumer demands a highly personalised experience that is secure and smooth. This encompasses the entire retail and hospitality experience, from our hotel check-in to our e-commerce and brick-and-mortar store shopping.
Utilising facial recognition technology, NEC enables a seamless experience for all. Hotel check-ins no longer require an arduous check-in process – just a scan of one’s face and their room is ready. Shoppers can also get personalised experiences in stores and use their face to perform transactions, making full use of their shopping experience and saving valuable time.
Insights
A Game Changer for Harm Minimisation in Gaming Venues
Understanding the Differences: Facial Detection vs Facial Recognition
Responsible Use of Biometrics in Digital Identity
Customers
Star Alliance
See how NEC helped Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, complete development of an interoperable biometric identity and identification platform, resulting in significantly improved travel experience for their frequent flyer programme customers.
Aadhaar Program
See how the Aadhaar Program successfully leveraged biometric identification technology to provide unique digital identities to over 1.3 billion Indian citizens.
