[November 10, 2004] ImageWare Selected By Unisys To Support Worldwide Identity Management And Secure Credential Issuance Projects SAN DIEGO --(Business Wire)-- Nov. 10, 2004 -- ImageWare(R) Systems, Inc. (AMEX:IW), a global leader in identity management solutions, today announced that Unisys Corporation (NYSE:UIS) has selected its IWS(TM) EPI(TM) Builder secure credential platform as part of Unisys framework for large-scale identity management and secure credentialing projects worldwide. Unisys identity management solutions provide highly configurable, scalable and modular solutions for electronic identification, passport and border control installations by leveraging best-of-breed technologies from proven companies such as ImageWare. IWS EPI Builder is recognized as a leading secure credential component of identity management and security solutions, providing all aspects of ID functionality from image and biometric capture to the enrollment, issuance and management of secure documents. IWS EPI Builder enables Unisys to support identity enrollment and management, and the production of secure credentials including national IDs, passports, International Civil Aviation Office (ICAO)-compliant travel documents, smart cards and driver licenses. "We selected IWS EPI Builder specifically because of its plug-and-play functionality, enabling Unisys to incorporate secure document production with biometrics into a variety of security projects," said Holli Ploog, vice president and managing partner, Unisys Global Public Sector Programs. "This allows Unisys to offer a flexible solution when implementing identity management solutions, providing superior alignment to clients' business visions, strategies and requirements." The IWS EPI Builder secure credential platform enables organizations to develop custom identification solutions or incorporate sophisticated identification capabilities into existing applications. Components allow users to: -- Capture image, biometric and demographic data -- Enable biometric identification and verification (1:1 and 1:x) -- Support numerous biometric hardware and software vendors -- Develop custom secure credentials -- Encode magnetic stripes, bar codes and smart chips -- Print IDs or other documents including national IDs, passports and access control credentials "Government organizations are challenged with providing cost-effective, efficient identity management systems that meet their needs today and will grow with them in the future. These systems must meet rigorous requirements including scalability, support for multiple biometrics, as well as the production of highly secure credentials while complying with industry standards," said Jim Miller, ImageWare's chairman and CEO. "We are proud that ImageWare solutions meet these requirements and are recognized by Unisys as part of their identity management solution." About Unisys Unisys is a worldwide information technology services and solutions company. Our people combine expertise in consulting, systems integration, outsourcing, infrastructure and server technology with precision thinking and relentless execution to help clients, in more than 100 countries, quickly and efficiently achieve competitive advantage. For more information, visit www.unisys.com. About ImageWare Systems, Inc. ImageWare Systems, Inc. (AMEX:IW) is a global leader in identity management solutions, providing biometric, secure credential, law enforcement and digital imaging technologies. Scalable for worldwide deployment, the Company's biometric product line includes a multi-biometric engine that is hardware and algorithm independent, enabling the enrollment and management of unlimited population sizes. ImageWare's identification products are used to manage and issue secure credentials including national IDs, passports, driver licenses, smart cards and access control credentials. ImageWare's digital booking products provide law enforcement with integrated mug shot, fingerprint Livescan and investigative capabilities. The Company also provides comprehensive digital workflow solutions for the professional photography industry. ImageWare is headquartered in San Diego, with offices in Canada, Germany and Singapore. For more information visit www.iwsinc.com. Safe Harbor Statement This news release may contain forward-looking statements made pursuant to the "safe harbor'' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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