Digital Identity and its Implication for Electronic Government
H. Clemens, Nico Maibaum · Kluwer Academic Publishers eBooks · 2005
The present use of identity concepts is analyzed. A requirements analysis for “identity” reveals the different identity properties necessary in various administrative and business processes, A classification of identity tokens is given and compared with passport identity and established forms of digital identities. A fundamental problem with digital signature identity schemes is explained. Implementation strategies for non-transferable identity tokens are outlined. Finally, conclusions and implications for the e-government processes and solutions of tomorrow are presented in the form of six Theses and with the goal of stimulating further discussion. These keywords were added by machine and not by the authors. This process is experimental and the keywords may be updated as the learning algorithm improves.