TCS and Sree Narayana Mission collaborate on IoT-driven seniors lab in Singapore

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), in collaboration with Sree Narayana Mission (SNM) of Singapore, has unveiled the Seniors Lab, a pioneering digital programme engineered to champion integrated senior care. Targeting the escalating needs of Singapore’s ageing population, Seniors Lab intends to revamp care delivery methodologies, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to optimize healthcare expenses and foster a secure, independent living for SNM’s senior members.

Innovative Features and Expansion of SHINESeniors:

IoT-enabled sensors are integral to the Seniors Lab setup. Installed in senior residences, they digitally record and relay data like activity, potential falls, and social isolation cues, while prioritizing privacy. Moreover, they seamlessly align with wearables, healthcare platforms, and concierge services. Originating from the success of the SHINESeniors programme—a SMU-TCS iCity Lab venture—Seniors Lab introduces an array of refined services including emergency response, concierge assistance, and comprehensive medical tracking, ensuring seniors maintain autonomy.

TCS launches seniors lab digital program for enhanced senior care in Singapore. Photo courtesy of Rameshng/Wikipedia.org.

Key Insights from Industry Leaders:

Singapore’s Home Affairs and Law Minister, K Shanmugam, underscored Singapore’s ageing demographic trend, emphasizing the vitality of adaptable environments and praising collaborations like TCS-SNM’s Seniors Lab. He noted, “I am glad and welcome more of similar corporate-charity collaborations like TCS and SNM for Seniors Lab…”

Ameet Nivsarkar, TCS Singapore’s Country Head, expressed TCS’s vision for a future where everyone, regardless of age, enjoys autonomy. “At TCS, we aim to address these very real issues through innovative digital solutions…” he said.

Adding to this sentiment, S Devendran, CEO of SNM Singapore, highlighted the strategic partnership’s aspirations. He mentioned, “We strive to create a healthier ageing landscape by leveraging technology to empower our seniors in ageing independently…”

The Broader Vision: A Global Perspective:

Promoting proactive involvement among the elderly, Seniors Lab envisions seniors navigating their later years with respect and purpose. Partnering with NGOs and healthcare establishments, the goal remains to integrate seniors as vibrant community participants. Building on its commitment to innovation, TCS is planning to proliferate the Seniors Lab model to different global regions.