After years of social, economic and political change, technology is the forerunner of a complete transformation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning are now creating a new ecosystem of constant engagement and consumption, believes Neeraj Bahl, MD & CEO, BSH Home Appliances.

 

What experts call 'smart homes' are on the rise, with automation being seen across not just home security and access, but even simpler day-to-day operations like lighting, temperature and entertainment. For consumers who prefer ease and tech-enabled convenience, smart equipment and connected devices can completely alter their home design.

 

"The future of tech is about creating human-robot interaction and that requires a different set of skills. The end-game in these technologies is interfacing and communicating with consumers to help and support them, and doing so seamlessly," Bahl told IANSlife. Globally, BSH has invested in an AI-Based Kitchen Assistant Chefling.

 

According to Dinesh Aggarwal, Joint Managing Director, Panasonic Life Solutions India, the Covid pandemic has increased the overall consciousness about health, hygiene and safety.

 

"This has a spin off demand for automation in the residential and commercial spaces. In this period, people of all ages are more exposed to technology of various kinds; for communication, for entertainment, for learning, for buying groceries etc and use of automation products is no longer perceived to be scary and complex," he told IANSlife.

 

The brand has a range of wired and wireless automation ' title='home automation '>home automation products with app based and voice based control. Their unified platform MirAIe enables an integration and remote control of lighting, fans, audio systems, air-conditioners, refrigerator etc through app and voice.

 

In accordance with the new normal, many automation ' title='home automation '>home automation products also help maintain social distancing and ensure almost zero usage of common contact points.

 

One can assume that smart homes/ automation ' title='home automation '>home automation may soon become the "new normal"; with the increase in demand and higher adoption, innovation is bound to increase.