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Previous SEL Number: 13IT-00-FACE

Description: Facial recognition software for access control, identification of criminal actors (IFF), etc.

This functionality may also be obtainable via subscription as a cloud-based service using a web browser interface or a mobile app, as opposed to purchasing software. However, special security considerations apply for data stored remotely. See 04AP-11-SAAS for further information.

ImportantFeatures: Depends upon established database of reference photos.
Purchasable as cloud-based service.
For large scale applications, substantial processing power is required.

Operating Considerations: Emerging technology. Frequent releases of new and improved products.
Consider import process/compatibility with source reference database.
Compliance with standards is critical.
Consider data reporting and integration.
Consider false positives vs. false negatives and/or percent likelihood it is actually the person being sought.

Training Requirements: Core Training: ANSI

American National Standards Institute

INCITS 385-2004
Initial Training: Extensive (>2 days)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day)

Mandatory Standards:

INCITS 385-2004[R2014]: Information technology - Face Recognition Format for Data Interchange (WITHDRAWN, copies still available)

Applicable Standards and References:

ANSI/NIST-ITL 1-2011, NIST Special Publication 500-290 Edition 3 (2016), Data Format for the Interchange of Fingerprint, Facial & Other Biometric Information

ANSI/NIST-ITL 2-2008, NIST Special Publication 500-275, Data Format for the Interchange of Fingerprint, Facial, & Other Biometric Information - Part 2: XML Version