New chair for biometrics standards committee

Waggett is experienced with innovative IT systems, and has conducted research into image processing at University College London and the Marconi Research Centre.

At IBM, his work in the field of biometrics includes responsibility for the delivery of identity management systems for a range of government and commercial organisations. Dr Waggett is currently involved in biometrics research projects at the University of Surrey.
BSI British Standards tries to work with manufacturing and service industries, businesses, governments and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and international standards.

IST/44 has already delivered a number of standards in the field of biometrics which along with future standards which the organisation hopes will underpin identity management programmes such as the planned UK identity card scheme.

Discussing his appointment, Waggett said, ‘I am delighted to have been asked to chair this high-profile BSI committee at such a key stage in its development. We have a well-mapped out strategy for the future which will lead to a new generation of biometric standards to improve innovation and competition in the important area of identity management, at home and overseas.’

Mike Low, the Director of BSI British Standards said, ‘Dr Waggett’s wide-ranging experience in the IT industry and biometrics in particular will form an important contribution to the work of this committee.’

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