Wearable Electronics
Biometric ID drives semiconductor manufacturing security and efficiency
The wrist-worn Nymi Band utilising biometric ID is said to be expediting secure, hands-free authentication across semiconductor fabs, dramatically increasing productivity, according to ARISTA
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emiconductor manufacturers have traditionally been hindered by the need to
authenticate operator identity across a complex patchwork of access points, workstations, and tools. Using badges, passwords, and other means of authentication has been slow, requiring the use of gloved hands, and
could always be utilised independent of the intended operator, an inherent security flaw. Wafer fabrication is a highly intricate process that demands precise execution, stringent control, and strong security protocols to safeguard intellectual property, protect sensitive information, and adhere to industry regulations. Conventional authentication approaches, such as passwords and hardware tokens, are often inadequate, inefficient, and insecure, particularly for deskless workers. This challenge is especially pronounced in semiconductor fabs, where employees are required to wear gloves and full-body suits while working in cleanroom conditions. In response, semiconductor manufacturers are increasingly turning to wearable biometric ID products like wrist-worn Nymi Bands to securely speed authentication in a hands-free manner. These wearable wristbands blend biometrics, security, and privacy, digitally empowering employees with passwordless, contactless workflow across applications, systems, and networks. Employees simply wear their Nymi Band, authenticate as little as once per day, and work until they want to disconnect, according to the OEM’s solutions brief “Connected Workers in a Passwordless World.”
When used to facilitate employee entry to 54 July/August 2025 Components in Electronics
Biometric wearables pair with short-range wire- less NFC technology in mobile workstations like ARISTA’s to expedite identification, authorised access, and communication.
access points, tools, and equipment, wearable biometric identity products are significantly increasing security and productivity. Now, computing solutions providers are providing scanners that can instantly read biometric wearables such as bands. When used with equipment such as mobile workstations, the combination is enabling seamless identification and authentication of authorised users throughout semiconductor fabs, further enhancing safety and efficiency. “Using unique biometric ID wearables like Nymi bands is not only more secure than utilising credentials [such as passwords] that can be compromised, but also enables much faster access to a wide range of tools. When utilised with equipment such as mobile workstations or handheld devices that require authorisation to use, the combination unlocks greater productivity,” says Paul Shu of ARISTA Corporation, a provider of computing platforms and visualisation display products for semiconductor manufacturing environments.
“Ultimately, the wearable bands provide much greater security to semiconductor fabs. Employees cannot take someone else’s band and log into a computer since each
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