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Biometric technology has become a routine part of digital and physical security, powering everything from smartphone authentication and digital payments to health monitoring and access control. Because it uses physical or behavioral traits tied to an individual, it can make everyday interactions faster and safer while also raising real questions about privacy, consent, accuracy and data protection. As biometric tools become more common across consumer, workplace and public settings, it's important for people to understand both what these systems can do and where their limits and risks lie. Below, members of Forbes Technology Council share what they believe the public should better understand about how biometric technology is being used today.

It's not just about making AI smarter, but also about making sure people can trust it and understand how it works.

Digital transformation can help organizations modernize processes, improve decision-making and better serve customers, employees and other stakeholders. But when transformation efforts are driven mainly by new tools or technical benchmarks, they can drift away from the organization's broader mission and the people it exists to support. For technology investments to deliver lasting value, leaders need to connect them to clear business priorities, operational needs and mission-driven outcomes. Below, members of Forbes Technology Council share steps leaders can take to ensure digital transformation supports the organization's purpose, not just its technology goals.