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STATE OFTHE INDUSTRY 18 airportbusiness June/July 2015 Curiosity got the best of us, and we asked readers whether were screening badged employ- ees at security checkpoints. We've learned that quite often employees are not receiving addi- tional screening once they obtain a badge that gives them access to secure areas of the facility. TECH TRENDS Airports are seeing a growing do-it-yourself movement in passenger processes at airports worldwide, reports the annual SITA/ACI Airport IT Trends Survey. Printing out boarding passes and self-checking bags are just the tip of the ice- berg when it comes to self- service. Eventually experts predict the process of moving from Point A to Point B within the airport will be largely self service, with a smattering of guidance from airport employees. With that in mind, Airport Business sought to find out just what types of technologies airports sought to add in the near future. We found that airfield area innovations topped the list but was followed closely by IT technology, common use systems, and self-service oppor- tunities. Other technologies on the list included efficient security screening approaches, digital signage and apps. And at the FBO where customer service is the name of the game, leadership is finding that technology is needed here as well. Software/ IT technology topped the list of needs with fuel tracking and accounting software making the grade as well as PCI compliant credit card storage, flight planning and weather planning software services. Phoenix Sky Harbor Air Cargo Facility Calamos Corp. Offi ce & Hangars Bohemian Air, Loveland, CO VOLO Aviation, Stratford, CT When you need a hangar, maintenance facility, FBO terminal building or cargo w ldings and their coast-to-coast netw builders w quality facility, on time and on budget. n the steel framed building industry, can offer your organization: Lower material and labor costs. Faster completion schedules. Flexible designs for interior space. Choices of exteriors such as bri stucco, glass, wood or steel panels. gned, engineered and manufactured to provide a structure that meets your specifications today while giving you quality and sustainability you can rely on in the future. See examples on our website. To find an independent authori visit www today. AIRPORT INDUSTRY BUILDING SOLUTIONS Find Out More. Visit www.VP.com/ad/AIRBIZ Varco Pruden has built a reputation for Trusted Si Varco Pruden Buildings is a division of BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. www.aviationpros.com/10325502