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HID SHOWCASES THEIR LATEST INNOVATION AT GITEX GLOBAL 2025

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1 year ago

October 18, 2025

HID Global exhibition booth at trade show featuring RFID Intelligence and ID card printing solutions, with attendees in business attire viewing displays and a video presentation

Exclusive Interview with Steve Swenson – Senior Director, Product and Marketing, Secure Issuance, HID FARGO

What are the key innovations HID is showcasing this year at GITEX Global, and how do they reflect the company’s vision for a better, more secure, and connected digital ecosystem?

Okay, sure, great question. So here at the show today, we’re showcasing a line of HID FARGO printers. FARGO is a strong and storied brand for HID in the desktop issuance space. We are specifically showing our full line of retransfer and DTC printers. One printer in particular that we’re showcasing is our new HDP5000e, which is a refresh of a long and storied product for the Fargo brand.

The HDP5000e has a number of important updates to strengthen overall performance, improve output and processing power, and reinforce reliability ensuring the product can stand up to the rigor of our customers’ needs. It also includes usability enhancements to streamline the issuance and card creation process, and strong end-to-end security with AES encryption and resin scramble technology to protect leftover data after cards are created.

We’re also talking about our HID FARGO Connect technology, which is a cloud-based software that allows organizations with complex issuance processes to remotely manage devices, create credentials from one location, and print them at another. This is particularly important for enterprise and healthcare customers with distributed operations.

It’s an exciting time for the HID FARGO business. We’re doing a lot to strengthen the product line and build on our reputation. You mentioned how this connects to HID’s broader vision when we look at issuance processes, they can be quite complex. Customers want high quality visual credentials with secure encoding and durability. Our strategy with the HID FARGO line is to create robust end-to-end solutions that streamline issuance and help organizations operate efficiently.

HID serves a wide range of sectors—from finance to hospitality to transportation. How do you tailor your solutions to meet the unique identity and access management needs of such diverse industries?

Great question. One of the most fundamental things we do as a business is to study and understand the different needs of those sectors. We create a range of solutions—high-end retransfer printers for speed, quality, and resolution, and DTC products for lighter applications. All of our products are modular, allowing customers to configure them according to their specific issuance and organizational requirements.

We complement that with high-quality consumables such as ribbons, overlaminates, and visual security features, as well as software for both desktop and cloud-based issuance. Another key part of our approach is our partner network. HID FARGO doesn’t sell directly to end customers because we understand that every customer has unique needs. Our partners work closely with end users to understand their requirements and collaborate with HID to deliver custom solutions. This combination of modular products, software, and local expertise ensures each customer gets exactly what they need.

In sectors such as hospitality and retail, convenience is key. How is HID leveraging digital identity, mobile access, and cloud-based issuance to create smoother and more secure guest experiences?

Great question. Going back to understanding the end user, we study every aspect of the issuance process. Creating an ID credential can be complex, so we focus on making it simple from setup to configuration. The HID FARGO business invests in strong out-of-box experiences, easy instructions, and partner support to help customers get up and running quickly.

For card design and creation, we provide intuitive software solutions, whether on premise or cloud based. For customers managing large fleets of printers, our cloud solutions allow them to monitor device status, print to multiple locations, and design credentials centrally. We also invest heavily in technical support both directly and through our partners to minimize downtime and quickly resolve any issues.

The Middle East is witnessing diverse growth in digital infrastructure and smart technologies. What is HID’s priority for its 2025 vision and beyond?

It goes back to what we just discussed bringing all these components together to help organizations create secure, durable, and visually robust credentials efficiently. Organizations don’t exist to create credentials, but they all need them to manage access and identity.

Our goal is to take the power of HID’s technology and turn it into simple, easy to understand, and customizable solutions for each user, supported by a strong partner network that provides a complete solution. If we can do that, we’re truly harnessing the full power of HID to meet the most important issuance needs of our customers.

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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a Flavorful Feast at Mausam, Dubai Mall

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November 4, 2026

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Savor the spirit of Diwali with an all-day festive feast, rich Indian flavors, and stunning views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a specially curated all-day Diwali set menu, featuring authentic Indian flavors against the spectacular backdrop of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain. Priced at AED 189 per person, the festive dining experience brings together the color, warmth, and rich culinary traditions of India, inviting guests to gather with family and friends over an indulgent feast in the heart of Dubai.

With its inviting ambiance and iconic Downtown Dubai surroundings, Mausam offers the perfect setting to embrace the joy of Diwali. Guests can settle in for a leisurely dining experience, where traditional Indian hospitality meets contemporary culinary artistry, creating a warm and memorable occasion for loved ones to come together.

The specially crafted Diwali menu, Flavors of India, takes diners on a culinary journey across the country, bringing together vibrant street food, flavorful kebabs, authentic regional curries, and indulgent festive desserts. With dedicated vegetarian and non-vegetarian selections, the experience celebrates the diversity of Indian cuisine through a thoughtfully curated assortment of traditional favorites and contemporary creations.

Bringing together an abundance of festive flavors, warm hospitality, and the joy of togetherness, Mausam sets the scene for a memorable Diwali celebration, inviting guests to embrace the Festival of Lights through exceptional food and cherished moments with loved ones.

Offer: Diwali Set Menu | Price: AED 189 per person | Duration: 8th November | Throughout the day | Location: Mausam, Dubai Mall | For reservation, please call +971 4 438 4001 or email at emaarhospitalitypr@meansdesign.ae and follow-on Instagram @mausamdubai.

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Celebrate the Spirit of Diwali with a Festive Feast at Purani Dilli

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November 4, 2026

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Celebrate the festival of lights with an evening of vibrant flavours, cherished traditions and festive cheer at Purani Dilli. This Diwali, the restaurant presents Utsav, a special dining experience designed to bring family and friends together over a memorable feast.

Guests can indulge in a lavish buffet featuring an array of Indian favourites, alongside colourful rangoli displays and live chaat and jalebi stations that capture the spirit of the celebrations. Priced at AED 129 per person, Utsav promises a delightful way to embrace the joy of Diwali with loved ones.

Details: Event: Utsav – Diwali Celebration When: 8 November 2026, 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Price: AED 129 per person | Location: Purani Dilli, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road | For reservations: +971 56 414 2213

Celebrate the Spirit of Diwali with a Festive Feast at Purani Dilli, Bur Dubai

Celebrate the festival of lights with a feast of authentic Indian flavours, festive traditions and joyful moments at Purani Dilli, Bur Dubai. This Diwali, the restaurant invites families and friends to come together for a special festive buffet, bringing the warmth and spirit of the celebrations to the dining table.

Guests can look forward to a delightful spread of traditional Indian favourites, featuring rich flavours, aromatic spices and an array of delicious dishes that capture the essence of the festive season. Whether gathering with family or celebrating with friends, the Diwali buffet offers the perfect setting to share good food, laughter and cherished moments.

Priced at AED 125 per person, the special buffet will be available on 7th and 8th November, inviting guests to savour the joy of Diwali over a memorable dining experience.

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Celebrate Christmas Day with an Italian Feast, Festive Cheer and Live Entertainment at Isabella

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4 hours ago

November 4, 2026

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Christmas Day calls for good food, plenty of laughter and absolutely no reason to rush away from the table. At Isabella, the Christmas Day Brunch is all about celebrating together, Italian style.

Starting at 12pm, guests can settle in for three hours of festive dining, with an afternoon that gradually comes alive through music and entertainment. A DJ takes over from 1pm, followed by a live saxophonist at 2pm, bringing an upbeat soundtrack to Christmas celebrations.

With packages starting from AED 299, including a special Ferrari beverage package at AED 599 per person and a dedicated children’s price, the brunch offers a welcoming setting for families and friends looking to spend Christmas Day over a leisurely meal.

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Date: Friday, 25 December 2026 | Time: Three-hour brunch from 12pm | Soft Beverage Package: AED 299 per person | House Beverage Package: AED 399 per person | Aperol Package: AED 499 per person | Ferrari Beverage Package: AED 599 per person | Children: AED 150 per child | Entertainment: DJ from 1pm and live saxophonist from 2pm | Location: Isabella Cucina Italiana, Vida Hills Hotel, Dubai