What is Mobile Connect?

Mobile Connect & using Mobile Identities for Authentication

This white paper provides an introduction to Mobile Connect – a GSMA initiative for global and federated identity services provided by the mobile network operators to utilise mobile device as a strong identity token. Three billion Mobile Connect enabled users exist globally, and in some market areas Mobile Connect has become the de-facto standard for online identity.

In this white paper, you will learn:

• The basics of Mobile Connect – the actors and how it works
• The business value of Mobile Connect to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Service Providers
• Which technology components are necessary for a successful Mobile Connect deployment
• How Ubisecure’s Identity Gateway provides the ‘glue’ between the MNO and Service Provider to process authentication and authorisation requests

This white paper is an ideal introduction to real world implementations of GSMA Mobile Connect and perfect for any MNO or Service Provider stakeholder exploring mobile customer experience initiatives.