Biometric Experimentation and Advanced Concepts Center (BEACON)
Whether it’s criminal justice or defense, homeland security or intelligence, our customers are increasingly seeking biometric technologies for their identity management needs. For nearly two decades, Lockheed Martin has applied passion for invention to this emerging world of biometrics.
Now, we’re offering an invaluable resource – the Biometric Experimentation and Advanced Concepts (BEACON) center – to help define and deliver the future in biometric technology. The BEACON is both a magnet and a showplace, drawing in the brightest minds to demonstrate the most innovative solutions related to biometric identity management.
About the BEACON
A collaborative center for experimentation and analysis, the BEACON brings together Lockheed Martin, its customers and other industry partners to develop integrated solutions for a dynamic environment. The 6,000-square-foot facility, located in West Virginia’s High Technology Corridor, is part of Lockheed Martin’s investment in research and development facilities, programs, and infrastructure. In addition to visiting experts, the BEACON is staffed by operational domain experts and also houses highly trained specialists in service-oriented architecture and biometric technology.
A gateway to broad capability that spans the depth and breadth of the corporation, the BEACON offers core resources for testing leading-edge ideas and analyzing biometric concepts. The center leverages two key networks:
-
The Global Vision Network™ - Connects Lockheed Martin engineering and laboratory locations, including the Lockheed Martin Center for Innovation in Suffolk, VA; Draper, Utah; and Lockheed Martin’s CMMI® Level 5 biometrics organizations in Orlando, FL and Rockville, MD.
-
The Multi-Sector Crisis Management Consortium – A nationwide, high-performance collaboration capability, the organization links more than 200 universities worldwide with additional access to state and local government offices.
How to Get Involved
Vendors are invited to bring their products for integration into Lockheed Martin’s BIO-SOA, a service-oriented biometric framework where extensive testing can be performed.
Contact Jim Jarboe at 407.306.2514 or james.jarboe@lmco.com for more information.
Information Systems and Global Services
700 North Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 240-7500
CONTACT
Media and Press Inquiries: (301)640-3336
Business Development: 301-640-4394
|
