ISO 27001-certified data centers: Secure processing of employee photos for ID cards

The Capturing and processing of employee photos is an integral part of internal processes in many companies - whether for ID cardsaccess controls or digital employee directories. However, with increasing digitalization, the requirements for data security and data protection are also increasing. This is precisely where Photo Collect comes in - with a platform that is not only user-friendly, but also meets the highest security standards.

Why ISO-27001 is crucial for your ID photos

Photo Collect processes all photo data exclusively in ISO 27001-certified data centers located in Switzerland at Hostpoint and Infomaniak. This certification stands for a structured and internationally recognized security concept. It proves that technical and organizational measures have been implemented to effectively protect data from misuse, loss and unauthorized access:

• Protected against unauthorized access - modern access systems and 24/7 monitoring.
• Always online - multiple power supply, cooling and internet lines.
• Prepared for emergencies - clear plans and fast recovery in the event of disruptions.

Photo Collect scores points at application level above and beyond security in the data center. In concrete terms, this means for the processing of ID photos:

• High availability thanks to a reliable infrastructure
• End-to-end encryption (TLS 1.3) for every data transfer
• Strict access controls and role management in the backend
• Separate data instance per customer for maximum separation and security (privacy by design)
• Automatic data deletion after export, adapted to your data protection guidelines

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More security with maximum efficiency: how you benefit as a customer

As a company, you benefit from this infrastructure in several ways. On the one hand, photo procurement processes can be digitized carefree - via link, app or kiosk. Secondly, opting for an ISO-certified data center in Switzerland is also a strong argument internally, especially when dealing with IT departments and data protection officers.

An excerpt of the advantages for your organization:

• No data outflow to third countries, e.g. through the CLOUD Act
• Full control over your image data - you know where your data is stored and processed
• Fast approval by your IT, as ISO standards already fulfill many compliance requirements
• Trust among employees because sensitive photos are processed securely
  
  

GDPR photo processing at the highest security level

Whether you regularly capture photos for employee ID cards, visitor ID cards, patient ID cards or digital directories: With Photo Collect , you can rely on a solution that is both functional and secure. The combination of ease of use and ISO 27001-certified hosting makes all the difference - for you, your IT and your employees.