Alicorn’s ASA (Alicorn Space AI) Solution, Enabling 24/7 Space and Customer Management, Successfully Enters the Japanese Market. Alicorn, in collaboration with the global corporation Rakuten, officially launched the joint brand Rakuten NEO in July 2024, receiving significant attention from corporate clients across Japan. This post highlights the Rakuten NEO briefing session held in Tokyo and showcases how Alicorn’s technology is being well-received in the Japanese market.
🌟 A Successful Event with High Engagement: The Tokyo Briefing Session
Alicorn hosted two sessions of the Rakuten NEO briefing on August 28 and September 4 in Tokyo. The sessions attracted numerous participants from shared warehouse and fitness center operators in Japan who were interested in unmanned operations. Both online and offline attendees contributed to a lively and successful event.
The briefing included an introduction to the Rakuten NEO solution, demonstrations of unmanned operations in real business settings, and other engaging presentations. Through these demonstrations, Alicorn showcased how ASA technology can control IoT and non-IoT facilities with AI and provide real-time monitoring. This left a strong impression on Japanese business owners, leading to positive feedback and numerous inquiries after the event.
🌟 Key Features of Rakuten NEO and Alicorn’s Role
Rakuten NEO offers various features powered by Alicorn’s ASA technology:
- 1️⃣ Entry and Visitor Management via App
QR codes are used to manage visitor entry, and access permissions are assigned per zone to enhance security. The system also analyzes visitor patterns to send customized push notifications for an improved customer experience. - 2️⃣ 24/7 Automated Space Control
AI-driven technology automates the management of environmental factors like heating, cooling, and lighting, maximizing operational efficiency and simplifying space management. - 3️⃣ Real-Time Space Monitoring Dashboard
Operators can monitor space usage in real time through a single dashboard, allowing them to easily oversee the overall operational status. - 4️⃣ Anomaly Detection and Instant Alerts
The AI system instantly detects anomalies and sends real-time alerts to managers, enabling swift responses to any issues.
One of the most attention-grabbing features showcased during the briefing was fall and hazard detection enabled by Alicorn’s ASA technology. This function notifies managers immediately if a user falls or if a hazardous object is detected within the space. This demonstration drew significant interest from attendees, including those from gyms, warehouses, senior care facilities, and hotels, who expressed interest in adopting this safety-focused feature.
🌟 Success Story in Japan: The ‘Marine Box’ Experience
A representative from ‘Marine Box,’ a Japanese shared warehouse chain that has successfully implemented Rakuten NEO, attended the briefing as a guest speaker to share their experience. He emphasized, “Thanks to Alicorn’s ASA, we can now operate warehouses efficiently with minimal staff, allowing us to focus more on customer service,” resonating with many attendees.
🌟 Q&A Session and Event Wrap-Up
The Q&A session at the end of the briefing was filled with diverse questions from the participants. Many inquired about the specific applications and features of ASA technology, reflecting the growing anticipation for Alicorn’s unmanned solutions. Feedback included, “It was a valuable session to clearly understand the necessity of unmanned solutions and gain practical management tips.”
🌟 Alicorn’s Vision for Global Expansion with ASA
The Tokyo briefing confirmed the essential role that Alicorn’s ASA technology can play in the Japanese market. Based on the feedback received, Alicorn plans to enhance its activities in Japan, tailoring its solutions to suit various industries beyond shared warehouses and fitness centers.
With Rakuten NEO’s innovative AI-based IoT technology, Alicorn and Rakuten Symphony aim to address labor shortages and space management challenges, supporting businesses in operating more efficiently. Alicorn is committed to making ASA the new standard in operational management, not just in Japan but globally. For more details, please visit the Rakuten NEO official website.
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