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Information & Communications Technology

Explore the challenges presented by NTT Com Asia and let them inspire your innovative solutions for the PolyU International Future Challenge!

Objective: Leverage digital technologies to transform aging buildings into smart, sustainable, and energy-efficient spaces in cost-effective ways, minimizing retrofitting disruption and environmental impact.

1. Energy Efficiency Optimization

Systems for real-time monitoring and adaptive control of HVAC, lighting, and power usage
Predictive analytics to reduce energy waste and carbon emissions

2. Non-Invasive Retrofitting Solutions

Seamless building modernization with wireless and modular technologies
Simulate retrofitting scenarios without physical alterations such as Digital Twin for virtual planning and maintenance

3. Smart Facility Management

Predictive maintenance with IoT and AI technologies to enhance operation efficiency and minimizes downtime
Automation-assisted or AI-driven technologies for facility management

Objective: Create a robust, seamless, and secure wireless connectivity framework for IoT, robotics, and AI applications across diverse environments that ensures reliability and IoT security while mitigating risks including data breaches, operational disruptions, and safety compromises.

1. Adaptive Network Infrastructure

High-reliability wireless solutions for complex layouts (e.g., factories, hospitals)
Dynamic signal optimization for uninterrupted connectivity

2. IoT Security and Threat Mitigation

End-to-end encryption and intrusion detection for sensitive data
Zero-trust architectures to prevent unauthorized access

3. Cross-Industry Deployment

Scalable solutions for mission-critical applications (e.g., real-time medical monitoring, industrial automation)
Ruggedized connectivity for challenging environments (e.g., construction sites, ports)

Objective: Design innovative, scalable, practical, and cost-effective digital solutions to enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life for elderly individuals while easing burdens on caregivers and the healthcare system, with consideration for potential connectivity challenges and user experience optimization.

1. Independent Living Support

Assistive technologies for fall prevention and mobility assistance
Voice- or gesture-controlled home automation

2. Remote Health and Wellness Monitoring

Non-intrusive sensors for vital sign tracking and emergency alerts
AI-driven health insights for proactive care

3. Caregiver and Community Tools

Platforms for care coordination and workload optimization
Robotics solutions for Hospital and Home

About NTT Com Asia:
As part of NTT Group, a world-class leader in telecommunications and ICT services, NTT Com Asia Limited ("NTT") is dedicated to delivering the best ICT infrastructure and disruptive technologies with the vision to enable a smarter world.

Riding on the leading enterprise mobile technology from docomo business in Japan, we are bringing cutting-edge and ready-to-market IoT, AI and other digital solutions to support enterprises in developing a mobile-first strategy in their digitalisation journey.