People and Technology Launches “Smart Infection Control System”
- AuthorElodie
- DateDec 18, 2024
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Revolutionizing Epidemic Management with IoT Solutions
People and Technology announced the launch of its Smart Infection Control System, developed in collaboration with partners SNet Systems and Cisco.
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the importance of infection management, the Smart Infection Control System is designed to address growing concerns over workplace and hospital safety. This innovative solution offers comprehensive entry management, location tracking, and epidemiological investigation capabilities, ensuring efficient and non-contact infection control.
Addressing Emerging Challenges in Infection Management
The spread of COVID-19 has increased the need for advanced infection control systems, especially in settings like hospitals and corporate offices. Current manual processes for checking symptoms (such as temperature screening and mask compliance) expose staff to potential secondary infections. Additionally, traditional methods of tracing contacts are labor-intensive, delaying response times.
The Smart Infection Control System leverages IoT technology to:
- Automate entry management.
- Identify and track suspected contacts.
- Prevent unauthorized access by unregistered individuals.
The system integrates PnT’s proprietary USB scanner hardware with Cisco’s AP equipment, enabling real-time monitoring and location tracking. Tasks that once required days to complete, such as identifying close contacts of confirmed cases, can now be finished in minutes.
Key Features of the Smart Infection Control System
The Smart Infection Control System offers three core services:
BLE-Based Entry and Movement Management
- Tracks personnel entry and movement within facilities using BLE technology.
Sensor-Driven Monitoring
- Real-time monitoring of patient health, movement patterns, and emergency responses.
Smart Epidemiological Investigations
- Reanalyzes absolute location data to calculate relative distances between individuals for efficient contact tracing.
Enhanced Features for Hospitals
For healthcare facilities, the system integrates seamlessly with hospital operations, offering:
- Digital entry management through kiosks and mobile apps, including QR code-based digital passes.
- Non-contact entry control systems, such as facial recognition and mask compliance detection.
- Comprehensive infection management for inpatients, including tracking of biosignals, key assets, and environmental conditions.
The system minimizes routine tasks for medical staff, allowing them to focus on critical care. Additionally, it supports fully automated and non-contact processes for hand sanitization, temperature screening, and entry approvals, reducing the risk of cross-infection.
Developer Insights
The development team shared their experience in creating this innovative solution:
- Backend Developer: “Traditional location tracking focuses on pinpointing the position of a single target. This project, however, involved tracing movement and interactions in a dynamic environment. It was challenging but rewarding to see it come together.”
- Frontend Developer: “Visualizing infection control workflows was a significant challenge. We focused on intuitive usability and delivering key insights. I hope this solution makes a meaningful impact in the market.”
The Future of Infection Control
The Smart Infection Control System combines BLE technology, video analytics, and sensor integration to deliver a customer-centric solution that enhances on-site management and service efficiency. By automating infection control processes, the system offers a scalable model for hospitals, corporations, and other organizations navigating the challenges of modern healthcare.
People and Technology remains committed to driving innovation in IoT and delivering solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and convenience.
