Authentication
Also known as: authentication, identity verification
The process of confirming the identity of a user, system, or data source before granting access or validating information.
Authentication ensures that only verified individuals or systems can access secured platforms, documents, or operational controls. In logistics and shipping environments, it protects cargo data, customs filings, and financial transactions. Methods include passwords, digital certificates, biometric scans, and multi-factor authentication. Strong authentication reduces fraud risk and unauthorized system manipulation. It is a foundational element of digital supply chain security.
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