Not all Biometric devices are built the same. There are stand-alone devices and there are connected devices. For stand-alone devices, you can import the time and attendance information into AHRIS if the device or bundled software provides CSV(Excel) export function. However, you have to do this manually. This is the scenario for most legacy devices/systems.

For connected devices, in order for AHRIS to get or receive information in real-time automatically from these devices, the devices first should provide an interface for the AHRIS to communicate with. Then, the interface should "speak" some common language for AHRIS to understand. Most devices that have a communication interface implements proprietary format for data exchange with their bundled software.

The AHRIS has the built-in facility to communicate with this type of devices, but for each device or manufacturer AHRIS has to speak their language. ASTRA has implemented interoperability modules for its partner suppliers. For others, ASTRA can implement a custom module to talk to their devices, provided they have an interface and they can supply the necessary information to do so.

We recommend checking with your device supplier if they can support open communication. If you have a device that can communicate but is not currently supported by AHRIS, let us know so we can explore how we can help you. If you are still deciding which device to purchase, we encourage you to look at ASTRA's partner suppliers.