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HID acknowledged as Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services
Fri, 26th Apr 2024

HID, a vendor in trusted identity solutions, has been acknowledged as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services. This recognition underscores HID's comprehensive vision and robust ability to execute across the respective industry.

For the uninitiated, a Gartner Magic Quadrant serves as a platform for market research, showcasing the comparative positions of competitors in a specific arena. It graphically represents the standing of four types of technology providers in high-growth, distinct-differentiation markets—Leaders, Challengers, Visionaries, and Niche Players.

HID's recent acquisitions of GuardRFID and Connexient have significantly enriched its location services portfolio. Such strategic upgrades, evidently, have enhanced the strength and scope of its solutions, thus driving its industry stature.

In the words of Marc Bielmann, Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Identity Technologies at HID, "We are thrilled with our positioning in the Leaders Quadrant in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services. We believe that this recognition validates our strategic approach to better serving customers through technology and delivery, and we are excited to continue growing the capabilities and impact of our solution."

The HID Location Services solution brings forward an assortment of modular alternatives to amplify organisational capabilities. It presents the swiftest time to value, alongside unmatched flexibility. The solution's key applications consist of Safety and Duress, Asset Tracking, Infant Security, People Workflow, Wander Management, and Wayfinding.

Speaking about the mission of HID's Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) solution, Kerry Brock, President of GuardRFID and Head of Healthcare RTLS Strategy stated, "The mission of our RTLS solution is to provide valuable insights that enhance the safety and experience of staff, visitors, and patients within a facility. We are energised by the momentum from our efforts, including this type of recognition from top industry experts. We look forward to further solidifying our market leadership in the indoor location services space."

The accolade reiterates HID's strategic commitment towards catering to its customers better with advances in technology and heightened service deliverables. The company, indeed, is optimistic about expanding the bearings and influence of its offerings.