They are not your typical office worker. Standing 5 feet tall and moving slowly down hallways at 3 miles per hour, these robot security guards are the latest addition to workplace security.
Gone are the days of traditional security guards. Robots are now taking over night shifts and beyond.
How do these security robots work?
cobalt robot From ramps to elevators, they are custom built to address each building’s unique challenges. They patrol hallways, looking out for signs of trouble, such as unusual movement after hours or doors ajar, and report their findings to a human-staffed call center.
These robots can also spot things that might escape the radar of surveillance cameras. This is possible because it is equipped with a depth camera, a thermal sensor to detect heat, his 4K camera with a 360-degree view, lidar, as well as a microphone array for listening and a PA system for announcements.
Interactivity and support of security robots
With a simple tap on the screen, employees can summon experts 24/7 to address a variety of concerns, including liquid spills, unwelcome visitors, and suspicious activity. With the seamless integration of technology and human surveillance, real-life security guards spend less time observing Cobalt closely monitoring their patrols and reporting what it detects, and more time responding. You can spend your time.
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Case Study: DoorDash
DoorDash deploys Cobalt robot security guards across its corporate sites. result? Reduced sick leave, eliminated HR complaints, improved accuracy and response time for security and safety-related incidents, and strengthened security operations.
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Robots vs. humans: numbers
The driving force behind this robot revolution is money. It is much more economical for businesses to deploy robots for round-the-clock security than to rely solely on human security guards. According to Forrester Research, choosing a robot security guard to monitor humans can lead to significant savings of approximately $79,000 per year. This is a number that cannot be ignored by companies aiming to optimize their operations.
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Competitive environment for security robots
In the security robot market, competition between indoor and outdoor types is intensifying. While Cobalt’s robots are indoor-only, robots like Knightscope and SMP Robots are finding their way into both shopping malls, hotels, and industrial sites. And let’s not forget about drones, which are starting to emerge in the security field.
Security robot issues and considerations
Of course, not everything was smooth sailing. Security robots have had their fair share of accidents, ranging from minor accidents to malfunctions in serious situations. And there’s also the human factor to consider. Sometimes, nothing can replace the reassurance of a human presence in difficult times.
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Cart important points
Although there are occasional hiccups, the consensus is clear. Security robots are here to stay, and their presence will increase as technology continues to advance. They may not completely replace human security guards, but they are redefining their roles and freeing humans to focus on more strategic tasks.
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