ISO 16923 is officially titled:
"Identification cards — Integrated circuit cards with contacts — Physical characteristics and test methods"
This standard specifies the physical dimensions, materials, and environmental testing methods for contact-based integrated circuit cards (commonly known as chip cards or smart cards). It ensures:
ISO 16923 is vital for industries requiring secure and reliable smart card issuance, such as finance, government ID programs, and telecommunications.
With billions of smart cards issued globally, maintaining physical and operational standards is critical to:
ISO 16923 offers a standardized framework that protects both card issuers and end-users by ensuring consistent product quality and durability.
By adopting ISO 16923, organizations gain:
Guarantees compatibility with global card readers and terminals.
Validates card performance under temperature variations, mechanical stress, and electrical loading.
Detects manufacturing flaws early, reducing returns and warranty claims.
Encourages material and process choices that meet environmental standards.
Provides documented evidence of compliance for stakeholders and regulators.
Growth Management Corporation’s ISO 16923 consulting helps your business:
Deliver smart cards that withstand daily use and environmental challenges.
Align with banking, telecom, and government mandates for smart card issuance.
Minimize defective products and associated support overhead.
Showcase compliance with internationally recognized standards to win contracts and clients.
Implement effective test protocols that save time and resources.
Facilitate development of new card types with confidence in physical and functional integrity.
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