ROP - Old Dominion University Launches Mobile Credentials with CBORD and Allegion | Benzinga
NORFOLK, Va., June 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CBORD, the leading provider of integrated technology solutions for campus ID card systems, access control, foodservice, nutrition and commerce, is excited to announce that Old Dominion University has successfully launched mobile credentials on its campus. This achievement aligns with ODU's mission to serve its students and enrich the community through rigorous academic programs and strategic partnerships.
"This state-of-the-art offering marks a significant advancement in campus life, enhancing convenience and security for our university community," said Shannon M. Hurt, executive director of Campus Life Services in the Student Enrollment, Engagement and Services (SEES) Division. She added that the transition to mobile credentials aligns with ODU's push to integrate advanced technology into every aspect of campus life, streamline operations and enrich the experiences of students, faculty and staff.
Mobile credentials offer Old Dominion students, faculty and staff a seamless and secure way to access campus facilities and services using their smartphones. The contactless credentials can be used for meal plans, to make purchases and to enter secure buildings. This initiative also supports ODU's commitment to sustainability by minimizing the environmental impact associated with the production and disposal of physical ID cards. In just over 24 hours, 776 mobile credentials have been provisioned, demonstrating the ...