Why card numbers are not imported

Sometimes we get the question: Can card numbers be imported?

Reasons why Printix does not offer import of card numbers:

• Card reader compatibility

  Card readers can return card numbers in different formats. This is likely to depend on the card reader type and also how the card reader is configured. The returned format is likely to not match a potentially imported card number. So, importing is not sufficient, because some sort of card number conversion algorithm would also be required. If different card readers return different formats, multiple algorithms would potentially be required.

• Use of other means of identification

  Instead of being restricted to only use the imported number from the supplied card, the users can use other types of cards to register themselves at the printer. So if the user have forgotten their work/school supplied card, they can just use another proximity card. Users can typically use proximity enabled credit/debit cards, cards used for public travel, club membership cards, and more.

With self-service, users can register and manage multiple cards.