AND THE GOLD MEDAL GOES TO RFID ACCESS CONTROL The Alpine Ski World Cup “Piemonte Mondiale” uses RFID to protect access privileges. Background The FIS Alpine Ski World Cup is one of the world’s premier downhill skiing events. Challenge Races at the “Piemonte Mondiale” Alpine Ski World Cup draw large crowds to Sestriere, Italy, creating potential organizational challenges as zealous fans seek access to restricted areas to meet sports stars or gain a better vantage point. The event organizers need to protect access privileges while seamlessly running events. Solution The European ski race organizers used RFID technology to create an effective credentialing system that grants access to authorized individuals, including athletes, reporters, VIP guests, industry authorities and race operators,

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