TCS ties up with I-SEC Technologies

TCS and I-SEC Technologies announced through their partnership with Star Alliance to launch premier alliance product for automatic document checking, aimed at simplifying the complex task of verifying travel documentation requirements for travelers.

TCS designed the overall solution and managed the program for Star Alliance, while

I-SEC Technologies maintains the systems' rule engine database and assisted in designing its concept.

"The automatic document checking solution helps carriers to significantly expedite check-in processes," said Lee Hock Lye, VP-Products and Services, Star Alliance. "As airline costs continue to rise, carriers need solutions that reduce cost, improve travel efficiency and boost customer satisfaction; automatic document checking does just this," he added.

Automatic document checking has already been implemented at one leading Star Alliance member carrier. Additional Star Alliance member carriers are currently working on future implementation schedules. This state-of-the-art solution will reduce the time for passenger check-in and help airlines avoid immigration fines. S Sukanya, Global Head- Travel, Transportation and Hospitality Industry Solution Unit, said, "We are proud to partner with Star Alliance in this initiative. In 2005, we helped Star become the first global alliance to allow inter-airline upgrades across its carriers. TCS is now continuing its partnership to deliver an innovative, cutting edge automatic document checking solution that reduces airline costs and improves traveler satisfaction."

The automatic document checking solution shortens airport check-in time, especially for international travelers. The automatic document checking software evaluates the passengers' travel documents and provides clear yes, no or conditional decisions on whether the passengers' travel documents will allow them to continue to their intended destination. The system also provides travel warnings and restrictions associated with the rules of the country they are traveling to, in a clear, easy to understand format. The system helps expand the scope of off-airport check-in initiatives, as it can be extended to airlines' check in systems on the Internet and at self-service kiosks.

Menachem J Atzmon, Chairman, ICTS stated, "The launch of the automatic document checking solution is an important milestone in the journey of I-SEC Technologies delivering world-class aviation security solutions. We are proud to partner with TCS to deliver this solution for Star Alliance which reduces carrier cost while improving travel and time efficiency and time for all."