Growing Demand for Smart Workspace Solutions in Asia
an Area of Interest
．Facial and smile recognition technology can be relevant to the service sector
．World Smile Day on 4 October is dedicated to spreading happiness and encouraging acts of kindness
HONG KONG, 4th October 2024 — Canon today announced that there are plans to increase awareness of its smart workspace solutions in Asia[1]. According to industry research, the Asia Pacific Smart Office market is set for strong growth between 2024 and 2029, with a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.5%[2]. This area is increasingly becoming more attractive to business sectors in Asia including corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, entertainment venues, and manufacturing firms.
There is a demand for smart workspace solutions that is driven by users’ need for seamless, tech-driven management tools to enhance productivity and manage dynamic work environments effortlessly. To meet this need, Canon plans to target the growing Smart Office Market, offering multiple Smart Workspace Solutions, including access control, visitor management, room and office desk booking, and secure printing control.
These solutions address multiple business challenges, including the need for enhanced security, efficient space management, and better employee engagement. Besides, tightening access control with customisable profiles and HR integration, it also streamlines guest sign-ins. Space booking is made simple, with data-driven insights helping to optimise space usage. In the workspace, secure printing ensures that only verified users have access to sensitive documents.
One unique feature is the facial and smile recognition technology, which is powered by deep learning capabilities. The technology can also be leveraged in various ways, including gamifying user feedback by rewarding positive emotions or facilitating interactive experiences in the workspace. It is also beneficial to the service sector since it encourages front-line employees to start their workday with a smile. Customers can rate their personal experience easily by smiling at the system. In education, younger children can have fun with it, seeing it as a game they and their friends can play.
World Smile Day
This facial and smile recognition functionality also aligns with World Smile Day, on 4 October, an international day of celebration dedicated to spreading happiness and encouraging acts of kindness. To mark the occasion, Canon has produced two videos of which the first celebrates happy moments, while the second video showcases how our Smart Workspace Solutions foster smiles and enhance user interactions. It also demonstrates how these solutions create positive experiences in various scenarios, encouraging smiles in the workplace.
“World Smile Day is a reminder that smiles can go a long way. Our Smart Workspace Solutions cultivate positive engagements, empowering businesses to foster a culture where individuals thrive and grow, thus allowing innovation to flourish,” said Norman Ayob, Head of Imaging & Analytics Solutions, Canon Singapore.
In addition to smile recognition capabilities, other features of our Smart Workspace Solutions include:
- Access Control: Authorised personnel can be granted access to restricted areas, with customisable profiles to limit entry if necessary. Data can be seamlessly integrated with HR systems for accurate time and attendance tracking.
- Visitor Management: To manage guest registration in a fast and secure manner, pre-registration can be done by staff in advance. Pre-registered guest will receive a QR code via SMS for easy check-in, which helps prevent overcrowding at the reception area.
- Space Booking: The solutions simplify the online booking process for meeting rooms and hot desks. Statistical analysis reports provide valuable insights for effective space planning and crowd management.
- Secure Printing: Sensitive information can be printed securely using Canon multifunction printers with uniFLOW print management. Documents are only released to authorised personnel after their identity has been verified. Users also have the option to scan and securely send documents to their email accounts or document management systems.
[1] Covering Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam
[2] https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/asia-pacific-smart-office-market-industry/market-size