SINGAPORE (June 28,2024) – SoftBank Robotics Singapore (“SBRSG”), APAC arm of SoftBank Robotics Group (excluding Japan) has today announced its strategic partnership with Concorde Security Pte Ltd (“Concorde”), Singapore’s homegrown integrated security provider. Leveraging the combined expertise of both companies, this collaboration will focus on the joint development of a total facility management AI platform. Additionally, SoftBank Robotics Group will deploy Concorde’s solutions globally, marking a significant advancement in smart facilities management.
The agreement was signed between Concorde and SBRSG and it signifies a milestone for both companies.
Concorde is a leading integrated security provider which deploys its proprietary patent technology, 「Cluster™ Mobile Command Center」 to improve productivity and efficiency in the security industry. It has extended its capabilities to provide integrated facilities management (“IFM”) for office, retail, hospitality and medical facilities. Concorde strives to reduce costs and improve the yields for asset owners and managers.
Mr Kenichi Yoshida, EVP, Chief Business Officer of SoftBank Robotics Group said, “This collaboration with Concorde marks a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing smart facilities management across Singapore and the Asia Pacific region. Through this partnership, SoftBank Robotics and Concorde will jointly develop an AI-driven total facility management platform. This innovative approach is designed to revolutionize facilities management by leveraging robots, sensors, IoT, ICT and security solutions. Together, we aim to set new standards for the future of smart facilities management, harnessing our collective expertise to foster efficiency and innovation in the industry.”
Mr Alan Chua, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Concorde said, “Concorde is excited to partner with SBRSG. After a thorough evaluation of our products and services, SBRSG recognized the significant potential in our offerings. This partnership will enable us to jointly develop a total facility management AI platform and deploy our solutions globally, creating substantial value for our customers.”
About SoftBank Robotics Group
SoftBank Robotics Group has been at the forefront of robotics technology development since the launch of its humanoid robot Pepper in 2014. The group has consistently introduced innovation, including autonomous cleaning robots in 2018, multi-tray delivery robots in 2021, and automated logistics solutions consulting in 2022. Leveraging extensive knowledge and operational data, SoftBank Robotics is playing a pioneering role as a Robot Integrator (RI) by providing effective robotic implementation solutions. With a global presence in 21 locations across 10 countries, SoftBank Robotics’ robots are deployed worldwide. The group is committed to advancing towards a society where people and robots coexist through robots’ transformation (RX).
About Concorde Security Pte Limited
Concorde was established in 1997 and has recently transformed into a state-of-the-art technology company.
The Company is recognized for its bold and disruptive innovation with its integrated monitoring of properties, assets and building service systems under 24/7 surveillance, ensuring complete security and business efficiency. This is done through a suite of smart security solutions called “I-Guarding Solutions”. The first of these solutions is its patented I-Man Facility Sprinter (“IFS”) – a revolutionary mobile vehicular platform providing security and facility maintenance services.
Having set a new industry standard, Concorde is acknowledged for spearheading change in the recent Industry Transformation Map for the sector.
Additionally, its technologically enabled solutions upgrade its workers’ salaries, skill-sets and working conditions and redefines the business proposition for the whole industry.
For more information, please visit www.concordesecurity.com
