Daiwa Life Next Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Octa Robotics and Sohgo Security Services Co., Ltd., has launched a pilot project to test the integration of robots with security systems. The project, running until January 2025 at Daiwa Life Next’s headquarters, aims to create an environment where robots can autonomously perform cleaning and security tasks without human intervention during unmanned hours.
Streamlining Operations and Enhancing Security with Robot-Friendly Environments
The building management industry is grappling with a critical labor shortage due to Japan’s aging population. To address this, Daiwa Life Next is pushing forward with the implementation of robot technology to streamline operations and create a more efficient, smart management system.
The “Robot and Security System Integration” pilot is part of Octa Robotics’ “RFA Standardization Project,” which aims to integrate robots with building equipment. This initiative has been selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry as part of a government-subsidized program to create robot-friendly environments. The goal is to enable robots to move freely within buildings and autonomously handle tasks like cleaning and security without human intervention.
During the pilot, robots equipped with sensors and cameras will detect abnormalities within the building and collaborate with the security system to respond independently. This system will allow robots to manage tasks such as security and cleaning during unmanned periods, improving operational efficiency and bolstering security without the need for human involvement.
Daiwa Life Next is committed to developing new management systems that leverage IT a IoT technologies. Since 2021, the company has focused on using robots for cleaning, and this pilot project represents the next step toward more advanced automation and efficiency. By creating environments where robots can move freely within buildings, Daiwa Life Next aims to further digitize building management and realize a seamless integration of humans and IT.
This technology is expected to expand into other building management operations, such as reception and inspection tasks, in the future. Daiwa Life Next envisions establishing a highly advanced building management system powered by robots by 2030, contributing to more sustainable and efficient operations.
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