The Biometric Scan
"Unity of Effort" is the theme of the third Biometrics Task Force quarterly e-newsletter, The Biometric Scan, reporting on our collobaration efforts in strategy, technology, and community building efforts. As biometrics begin to reach the broader audience, we invite you to read through our latest acomplishments and be part of this effort.
The newsletter can be found
HERE.
BTF Overview
Department of Defense (DoD) senior leadership has recognized the important role
that biometrics play in prosecuting the global war on terrorism, protecting our
troops, and securing national security interests. The Biometrics Task Force (BTF),
as per
DoD Directive
8521 01E, serves to:
- Act as the DoD proponent for biometrics
- Lead in the development and implementation of biometric technologies for Combatant
Commands (COCOMS), Services, and Agencies
- Deliver capabilities in order to contribute to the enhancement of the biometric
community
- Increase Joint Service interoperability
- Empower the warfighter by improving operational effectiveness on the battlefield
- Biometrics Video: Impacting the Warfighter
Condensed (30secs) / Full-length
(4min)