Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) is an international technology group. Founded in 1852, the company first specialized in the printing of currencies and securities, later taking on the manufacture of currency automation equipment as well. Today, G&D is also a leading provider of smart cards and complex system solutions in the fields of telecommunications, electronic payments, transportation, and IT security (PKI).

The Munich-based company has more than 50 subsidiaries and joint ventures in over 30 countries around the world with roughly 9,000 employees.

Security and competence are the company’s watchwords. Its customer-centric products, systems, and services make Giesecke & Devrient a reliable partner for any organization needing to solve complex problems in security-related fields.

G&D’s range of StarSign®  e-Identity tokens, smart cards and middleware for IT security is the most comprehensive offering of its kind. StarSign® solutions generate and maintain a high level of trust in electronic identities – and that provides companies with a strong foundation for securing their investments and intellectual assets. StarSign® solutions are designed to be easily integrated into all relevant IT systems and application environments.