# Tap-Accessed Cloud Apps The HID Global ActivID Tap Authentication is Useful in Retail & Healthcare By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-09-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hid-global References: [securitymiddleeast](http://securitymiddleeast.com/2015/09/08/hid-global-helps-simplify-access-to-critical-data/) & [digitaljournal](http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/2661718) HID Global software collaborated with [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-app) to enhance cloud app security. The system titled ActivID Tap Authentication will allow users to access cloud-based applications at any time without reducing security measures. The ActivID Tap Authentication will be used by retail industry professionals to "[access inventory control and payment systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/payment-terminal-solutions) from the store floor." It can also be used by [healthcare professionals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/identity-verifications) as well as enterprise users who continuously rely on Microsoft log-in systems. This quick tap-access will save time and ensure efficiency in numerous industries. By eliminating the need to type in tedious passwords through daily tasks, it will allow workers to conduct time-appropriate activities. HID Global and Microsoft are currently working on a second webinar to elaborately explain this concept, which will be used as a security measure for smart access to laptops, tablets, smartphones and other NFC-based mobile devices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tap-accessed Cloud Apps:** The use of tap authentication technology to enable quick access to cloud-based software applications and enhance cloud app security. - **Nfc-based Mobile Device Security:** The use of ActivID Tap Authentication as a security measure for smart access to laptops, tablets, smartphones and other NFC-based mobile devices. - **Elimination of Passwords:** The elimination of the tedious process of typing in passwords by using tap-access technology which saves time and ensures more efficient daily tasks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail Industry:** The use of ActivID Tap Authentication as a quick means for retail industry professionals to access inventory control and payment systems from the store floor. - **Healthcare Industry:** The use of ActivID Tap Authentication as a quick means for healthcare professionals who continuously rely on Microsoft log-in systems. - **Enterprise Industry:** The use of ActivID Tap Authentication as a security measure by enterprise users who need quick and efficient access to cloud-based software applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Physical Multi-Factor Security Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feitian-multipass-k32.md) - [Tap-to-Pay Smartphone Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-tap-to-pay.md) - [Secure Identity Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okta.md) - [Modern Authentication Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypr-adapt.md) - [Automated ID Authentication Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentication-apps.md) - [Physical Password Security Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryptnox-fido-card.md) - [AI-Backed Private Payment Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapp.md) - [Passwordless Authentication Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passwordless-authentication-platform.md) - [Mobile Banking Verification Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bivial-ag.md)