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Smart Airport Passenger Processing System (SAPPS) will replace the human ID control, Airport check-in and boarding-pass process. The new airport will have faster process timing and better security with SAPPS. The passenger will not interact with any officer at the airport with SAPPS. There will be no direct human interaction at the airport. The passenger will simply walk through a passage surrounded with hidden cameras and other remote readers.

Once SAPPS installed, in the new airport, the passenger will walk through a passage surrounded with cameras, microphones and other remote readers to do “ID control, Airport check-in and boarding-pass process” all at the same time. ID control, Airport check-in and boarding-pass process will be done while the passenger is walking from terminal entrance to his/her seat in the aircraft. The passenger will not interact with any officer at the airport. In the new airport, passenger will get RFID bracelet at automated kiosk, this is an ATM type machine has face recognition cameras, fingerprint reader and connection to DMV and IRS to authenticate the passenger and update the Airport database. This is the only step where passenger will stop and wait for the machine to put the RFID bracelet on his/her wrist.

Then, passenger with RFID bracelet never stops until seating in the aircraft. One Centralized database will record and authenticate each passenger in the airport terminal. You as the IT Manager for SAPPS were expected to address the following questions.

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To fulfill the software needs of the SAPPS project, a comprehensive and strategic approach to software acquisition and development must be adopted. This involves selecting suitable software packages, defining the appropriate acquisition methods, and choosing optimal development options that align with the system’s automation, security, and scalability requirements. Given the advanced automation and integration required, the software solutions must support biometric verification, RFID communication, real-time data processing, and seamless user interactions within secure environments.

The core software packages essential for SAPPS include biometric verification systems, RFID management software, real-time data processing platforms, passenger authentication modules, and centralized database management systems. Each of these packages should be procured or developed based on specific criteria such as reliability, scalability, security, and compatibility with existing infrastructure.

Regarding software acquisition methods, there are mainly three approaches: off-the-shelf software, customized software development, and hybrid solutions. Off-the-shelf software offers quick deployment and proven reliability but might lack customization. Customized software provides tailored functionalities but requires longer development cycles and higher costs. Hybrid solutions combine the benefits of both by customizing core components with standardized modules for non-critical functions. For SAPPS, a hybrid approach is recommended, enabling rapid deployment of proven components while allowing customization for specific operational needs.

For each software package, specific development options are advisable. For biometric verification modules, proprietary biometric SDKs or APIs from established providers such as NEC or IDEMIA should be employed due to their proven accuracy and security features. RFID management should rely on established RFID middleware and cloud-based platforms that offer scalability and real-time communication capabilities. The centralized database system could be built on relational database management systems like Oracle or MS SQL Server with high availability and security features.

The reasoning behind these solutions emphasizes reliability, security, interoperability, and future scalability. Proprietary biometric SDKs ensure high recognition accuracy and compliance with security standards, which is critical in border control environments. RFID middleware solutions facilitate seamless integration with RFID hardware, supporting real-time passenger processing without delays. Cloud-based or highly scalable databases ensure that as passenger throughput increases, the system remains responsive and secure. The combination of off-the-shelf proven components with customized interfaces allows the project to meet its unique operational requirements efficiently.

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