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Prioritize Security in the New Year

We live in an age of high-security. Now, more than ever, it's important to create a safe living and working environment for yourself and those around you, and ID card systems are one of the easiest, most affordable ways to provide that added layer of safety.

Think about your place of work. Whether it's an office building, large corporate campus, school or university, consider if there's more you can be doing to improve your overall level of security in the coming year? The ID card systems experts at Alpha Card are here to provide you with cost-effective solutions that will meet your organization's specific security requirements.

Alpha Card offers all-in-one ID card systems that provide the tools for a wide range of security applications, from simple photo identification, to physical access control, visitor management, magnetic stripe and smart card functionality, and much more. No matter the size or scope of your desired security system, we can help you find the ideal solution.

Already have an ID card system? We'll be happy to discuss the ways you can improve your existing setup by expanding card functionality, upgrading your ID software, improving card security, and much more. Contact Alpha Card today to learn how you can increase your level of security as we enter 2009.

In This Issue:
- Make Security a Priority
- Product Spotlight: Tango 2e
- News from our ID Card Blog
- Learning Center Topic
- Alpha Card Company News
 
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Tango 2e
Magicard Tango 2e

The Magicard Tango 2e is the ideal solution for organizations wishing to print secure, dual-sided ID cards in a networked environment. The Tango 2e comes standard with built-in Ethernet so multiple users can access the printer remotely. It's built to handle high-volume print jobs, and prints both card sides in a single pass, saving you time while expanding the design area of your cards.

The Magicard Tango 2e features a user-friendly print driver to provide simple plug-and-play operation and easy network connectivity. Another notable feature of the Tango 2e is its ability to apply a secure HoloKote watermark across the surface of each printed card. HoloKote enhances card security by acting as a guard against tampering and illegal duplication. For advanced card programs, the Tango 2e offers options for magnetic stripe, smart card, and contactless card encoding.

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BLOG
Child ID programs receiving positive response in Texas
Taking inspiration from similar programs already in place in neighboring central Texas communities, the Kid ID program features cards that include each child's name, photo, birth date, height and weight, along with the parents' names and address, and the date the card was printed.
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Magicard's HoloKote FLEX watermark provides flexible visual security
While most Magicard printers already include a HoloKote system that allows users to apply a secure watermark across the surface of each printed card, HoloKote FLEX extends those capabilities by enabling users to design a custom watermark that can be any size they'd like.
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Smart card parking system a success in Connecticut
With the new system, rather than fishing for coins to feed the meters, drivers carry a special smart card that can be used on new meters to pay for parking. The cards carry a certain amount of money and can be refilled once they run out.
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Recent Blog Posts
Dec 18
Alpha Card offers Holiday Special on Magicard Enduro ID card system
Dec 2
DOD explores the idea of using Common Access Card for physical access control
Nov 21
Datacard introduces Smart Card Designer Tool
Nov 14
HID Global extends partnership with INSIDE Contactless
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LEARNING CENTER
QUESTION:
How do I put together a multipurpose ID card program?

ANSWER:
Especially popular in schools and large workplaces, multipurpose ID cards that include deducting "point" or "cash" systems for on-site meals, parking, computer and copy machine use, and other transactions must have a clear policy for holders to understand the ins and outs of their multipurpose cards. A monetized ID card policy should include the following:
  • Function and appearance of the card
  • Where and when the card may be used
  • How to add money to the card
  • What to do if the card is lost or stolen
  • Responsible use of card

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Need ID Accessories?
The AlphaCard.com online store is a great place to find and purchase accessories for your ID card program. We offer a wide selection of products, from lanyards and reels, to badge holders, clips, and much more. We can even provide customized lanyards featuring your company name and logo. Visit the AlphaCard.com shop to browse our complete catalog.
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ALPHA CARD COMPANY NEWS
Company News: Supply Locator

Alpha Card's Supply Locator is a helpful tool that makes it incredibly easy to find replacement ribbons, laminate films, cleaning kits, and other supplies for your ID card printer. We're always looking for ways to make our website more user-friendly, and the Supply Locator is part of that effort. You can access the Supply Locator from any page on our site. Simply find and select your printer from the dropdown menu and you'll instantly be sent to a page listing all available supplies for that specific model.

The Supply Locator provides store links for ribbons, overlaminates, replacement printheads, blank cards, cleaning kits, and even offers you the chance to upgrade your printer if a newer model exists. Click on the supplies you need and you'll be sent to the product page where you can add them straight to your shopping cart.

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