b'SECURITYMIA 69verification than visual document inspection alone. Officers atsystem status, Alonso specifies. This enables proactive EPP pods can fully process biometrically confirmed travelersstaffing, rapid troubleshooting and continuous optimization of while redirecting travelers requiring additional screening to anpassenger flow. It turns the arrivals experience into a strategic inspection booth, enabling officers to tailor each inspectionoperation rather than a reactive environment.appropriately. Travelers who require added screening receiveHe adds that this type of operational intelligence aligns with it, while low-risk travelers move efficiently. This is risk-basedbroader airport trends toward data-driven decision-making, border security at scale. enabling teams to anticipate congestion, adjust staffing and Passenger and Staff Responserespond to irregular operations more effectively.Early feedback from eligible travelers at MIA has been positive,Integration with Existing Infrastructurereinforcing the value of reducing friction at one of the mostMuch to the delight of MIA and other airports, Enhanced stressful points in the passenger journey. Passenger Processing typically requires minimal physical Travelers consistently report the process feels faster,changes to facilities. easier and more modern, Alonso remarks. Many travelers,SITAs Smart Path technology can operate in the cloud, on-particularly those who fly regularly, note that they movedpremises, in hybrid fashion or as a service. Marketing materials through the inspection process more quickly and withfrom the company note that open application programming less confusion. For families, older adults and connectinginterface architecture enables it to integrate with existing passengers, the simplified flow reduces stress and uncertainty. infrastructure. Because the technology is interoperable with The deployment is also boosting operational monitoring.third-party biometric services, airports can start small and scale Real-time dashboards give CBP supervisors and airportup as their goals and challenges change.operations teams visibility into queue length, throughput and JUNE 10-14, 2026 National Harbor, MDPROGRESS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP: REFRAME, REFOCUS, REBUILDThe AMAC Airport Business Conference connects nearly 1,600 aviation professionals, businesses, government officials, and changemakers to explore the future of our industry through the lens of innovation, access and opportunity. The conference remains a platform for advancing minority and women-owned small businesses and their vital role in fueling local economiesconnecting aviation to community growth while offering rich opportunities for advocacy, learning and networking.CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS WHO SHOULD ATTEND? DBE/ACDBE & UCP Administrators Training Aviation/Airport Executives & Emerging Leaders Airport Concessions Business CapacityArchitect, Engineering & Construction FirmsAccelerator Training Food, Retail & Travel Service Brands BWI Airport Tour Aviation Professional Services Speed Mentoring Concessions & Revenue Team Members Legends & Leapers Project Managers & Change Agents AMAC PAC Power Breakfast Airport Directors 20/20 Vision Forum Experience Hall Exhibit Expo & Programming Business Matchmaking Workshops & Industry Updates Networking Receptions Runway to Success Supplier Pitch Competition Catalyst Awards amac-org.com/annualconference AMAC Foundation Events: Bill Walker Memorial Golf Experience SCAN FOR MORE Celebrating Women in Aviation & ScholarshipINFORMATIONAwards Breakfast Silent Auction AIRPORT MINORITY ADVISORY COUNCILAirportImprovement.comMarch | April 2026'