Cognitec Systems GmbH is a specialized manufacturer focused exclusively on advanced face recognition technology and biometric solutions since 2002, delivering market-leading software and hardware products for identity verification, security, and casino applications worldwide, including real-time facial recognition for player identification and security monitoring in casinos.
Biometric authentication device manufacturers - face recognition systems; Identity verification equipment manufacturers - facial recognition technology integrated with video screening hardware and biometric photo capture.
https://www.cognitec.com
Offers remote system monitoring and software support for installations including facial recognition systems; technical support provided globally from offices in Germany, USA, and Australia.
Headquarters in Dresden, Germany; Sales and support offices in Rockland, MA, USA and Sydney, Australia.
English, German
Founded in 2002 in Dresden, Germany
Founded by a team of biometric software and hardware experts with development roots dating back to 1995; privately held company.
Germany
Began as a pioneer in face recognition technology development since 1995, evolving to release the commercial FaceVACS software and hardware products from 2002 onward, now serving global markets including casino security.
Offices and service hubs in Germany, United States, and Australia support global deployment and customer service.
Various independent evaluation tests have confirmed the premier performance of Cognitec’s FaceVACS software.
Partnered with casinos including Christchurch Casino and multiple Macau casinos, providing face recognition solutions for security and responsible gaming enforcement.
Known internationally for high-performance and reliable face recognition technology extensively applied in casino security environments to identify banned or self-excluded patrons and enhance loss prevention.
Positive feedback from casino security teams highlighting improved detection rates of banned and excluded persons, enhancing regulatory compliance and loss prevention.
Real-time identification from live video streams with low false alert rates, mobile alerting to security staff, and support for operational harm minimization programs.
Systems designed with easy integration and customizable configurations; software interfaces provide quick alert verification and monitoring analytics.
Documented deployments at Christchurch Casino and Macau casinos demonstrate substantial improvements in casino security and reduction of gambling-related harm.
Implementations include redundant server architecture ensuring operational continuity.
Supports multiple languages in software interfaces for regional adaptability.
Implements camera-based facial recognition to track individuals without need for player cards, enabling passive player identification.
Offers Cognitec C5 cameras designed for integration into casino environment entrances and walkways, some styled to blend with architecture.
Provides facial recognition devices and software for biometric identity verification integrated into security video systems.
Advanced real-time facial recognition technology capable of detecting, recognizing, and alerting on persons from live video streams compared against watch lists of banned or self-excluded individuals.
Supports identification of excluded or banned individuals for responsible gambling compliance.
Software integrates with local and enterprise-level databases of known persons for real-time watchlist comparisons.
High-speed real-time processing capable of analyzing up to 20 persons per second in multiple camera streams.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with existing video surveillance infrastructure in casinos for enhanced security monitoring.
Sends real-time alerts to security monitors, web applications, email, and secure text messaging for timely intervention.
Stores facial image appearances for a limited period (typically 30 days) before automatic deletion to comply with data protection policies.
System detects voluntarily excluded (self-excluded) patrons to assist casinos in meeting responsible gambling requirements.
Supports IP networking protocols for video stream input and alert notification systems.
Supports cloud-managed deployment and subscription-based managed system options.
Remote monitoring and system health checks available via managed service.
System includes software diagnostics and performance monitoring tools.
Offers consulting and installation planning services, with technical support for integration and deployment.
Provides training and guidance for casino staff on system operation, photo capturing, and alert handling.
Comprehensive technical manuals and user guides accompany software and hardware.
Offers maintenance and system upgrade contracts to ensure up-to-date software performance and operations.
Remote monitoring support for managed solutions available to ensure consistent system performance.
