Credentialing 101: Choose the Right Badge for Your Event
A beginner's guide to picking the right credentials
Planning an event can be tricky, and adding credentials to this mix? It's hard to know where to start. Fortunately, the Ardian Group has over 25 years of experience in credentialing to meet your event needs. Here are a list of the top types of credentials and their corresponding uses.
Poly Edge
Our most popular type of credential is typically seen as a backstage pass, VIP party event, or international event. This credential is a multi-use option with a glossy laminate and is designed to fit the client's needs. The Poly Edge is the most long-lasting and durable of the credentials due to its ability to fuse to the laminate.
Paper Edge (Or Laminated Credential)
Like a Poly-Edge, this is a full-sized credential that is laminated. Great for a party or other event, just doesn’t last as long as a Poly Edge cred. Great use for visual checks due to the size and customizability.
Card Edge
Credentials used for one-off day passes or parking placard materials. In a big game day event, this helps staff & vendors and offers the ability for a visual check due to the Ardian Team and clientele design customization.
Underlay
This is used for access control purposes, typically with a Poly-Edge credential to indicate access or description, such as "All Access."
Wrist Band
Ardian Group also offers multi-colored or single-colored wristbands that are typically linked to our patented PVITL platform via a QR code. This type of access control method is suitable for festivals, gallery or museum openings, and any other situations requiring a scan-in or check-in process.
Smart Credentials
Our last and most secure option for credentials is the Ardian "smart credentials," which offer QR & RFID chip-implanted credentials that link to our patented PVITL platform. With this credential, you can see who enters your event and when they scan in, making it the most secure and efficient access control method.
In conclusion, effective credentialing is essential for a well-organized event, and understanding the various types of credentials available can significantly enhance the experience for both organizers and attendees. From the versatility of Poly Edge to the advanced security offered by Smart Credentials, each option serves a unique purpose tailored to specific event needs.
By leveraging the expertise of the Ardian Group and utilizing the proper credentials, you can ensure seamless access control, enhance guest experiences, and safeguard the integrity of your event. With our wide range of customizable solutions, you're well-equipped to make your event memorable and secure.
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