MASTER Assignment
A Requirements Based Selection Model for Future Proof Non-Intrusive Authentication Technologies in the Office
Type : Master M-BIT
Period: Feb, 2021 - Sep, 2021
Student : Putman, C.G.J. (Cas, Student M-BIT)
Date Final project: Sep 28, 2021
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Abstract:
This research focuses on the future of authentication methods for use in and around the smart office building. A focus is put on authentication methods which are as non-intrusive as possible. That is, have the least impact on the daily operations of an office user. Firstly, this context of the smart office is explored and elaborated upon to determine a research gap between the context and research topic: authentication systems. Once the context is clear, it aims to chart the available and conceptual authentication technologies which are used or may be used in the sector. Continuing, the possible additional requirements of the stakeholders in and around the office which may have arisen due to the coronavirus pandemic are elaborated upon. The question if modern authentication technologies can fulfil some of these requirements is answered. Based on the insights gathered from these topics, a weighted criteria driven selection model for authentication systems is developed. Besides this, a critical look is taken at the lifecycle of modern technologies. These insights are consequently translated to the field of authentication systems, to see how this lifecycle can potentially be redesigned by incorporating best-practices.