Why Businesses are adopting telepresence robots in droves

Telepresence robots are becoming more and more of a necessity in today's challenging business environment. Businesses employing telepresence robots offer significant competitive advantages by providing face-to-face contact with potential clients, building better relationships with WFH teams, interconnecting remote offices together to improve the company culture, all while increasing morale and general well-being of their employees.

Remote workers are more than just a great idea, they're becoming an integral part of most companies' business strategies. It's not uncommon to find at least one remote worker in many organizations today, with some employing dozens of employees who work from home every day. Add in the mix of government-mandated stay at home orders, border and travel restrictions and other issues and, you can see why telepresence robots are fast becoming a staple in many Australian companies.

Telepresence robots give employees that "face time" with their colleagues, customers and clients which is often difficult when working outside the office. Remote workers are now one of the team, and they're no longer the forgotten face on the company's payroll system.

They're able to physically join staff meetings, client presentations, tool-box talks at any time, with the magic flexibility to be able to roam around. It is this last point that is the real game-changer. The ability to move around the office, being present at presentations and seminars virtually means that these employees are able to gain an advantage through superior 'physical' experience compared to not being in attendance, which in turn improves work culture and personal acceptance.

Carbon Neutral and Zero Emissions are also driving adoption

Another main reason for the increased use of telepresence robots in Australian organisations is to help them achieve corporate carbon neutral and zero-emission targets. These robots enable employees who work outside the office to directly contribute to their organisation’s goals.

Its technology like the Double3, that directly help employers decrease their commute times, fuel usage and vehicle emissions, all of which in turn improve their carbon footprint, contributing to the companies goals.

Therefore, telepresence robots support the overall goals of Australian companies to reduce their environmental impact while increasing employee satisfaction and well-being.

Perpetual growth in the telepresence robot industry

Robotics Industry Insights suggests that “the global market for tele-robots (or mobile robots) was worth $58.8 million in 2015 and is expected to reach $222.4 million by 2022”. Which indicates continued growth.

Although the industry is still in its infancy, it is growing at a rapid pace. As businesses become more comfortable with their adoption of robotics in general, the telepresence robot market will explode. This is because this particular class has found an effective business fit with organizations worldwide.

Security is serious.

The use of this technology has its fair share of sceptics.  Privacy is always a concern for companies. But, most leaders are quick to point out that telepresence robots use of end-to-end encryption technology ensures all communications are secure. The Double robot for example is manufactured and assembled in the United States has embedded "Gurucul's Enterprise-Grade" video security, including 256-bit AES encryption of the video link between Double and its remote user.

There are also concerns about telepresence robots endangering privacy or hacking into secure networks. This is a potential threat to an organization, but the reality is that the same risks exist for mobile phones and computers, which most people use on a daily basis without issue.

Fortune 500 Companies trust Double Robots for their Telepresence solutions

Double Robotics is taking the telepresence industry by storm. They continue to add new customers and increase sales on a consistent basis while making adjustments that keep them one step ahead of their competition.

"We’re thrilled with our consistent growth," says Double Robotics founder and CEO, David Cann. "Our goal is to make every business as productive as it can be, and that means removing any barrier to communication."

Double Robotics is a key example of a 'smart' company that has been able to grow exponentially by focusing on its customers. Success stories from enterprises using telepresence robots are another indicator that this technology will become ubiquitous within the next two years as organisations continue to choose Double over other options.

Conclusion

It's clear that telepresence robots are more than just a tool for businesses.  They are a necessity, enabling companies to attract and retain the best talent, build corporate culture and increase productivity.

The business case for telepresence robots is clear for businesses around the world, especially in Australia where environmental concerns meet the desire to improve work-life balance for employees working in far-flung locations.

It's likely that we'll see an increase in the adoption of telepresence robots to connect employees who work remotely with other parts of their organisation and continue to see a rise in sales as the benefits become increasingly clear.

Which of these benefits are most important for your organisation?

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