18384057. ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT APPARATUS simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)

ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT APPARATUS

Organization Name

NEC Corporation

Inventor(s)

Akira Matsuda of Tokyo (JP)

Yusuke Miyamoto of Tokyo (JP)

Takashi Ueno of Tokyo (JP)

Saki Ito of Tokyo (JP)

ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18384057 titled 'ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND ACCOMODATION MANAGEMENT APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an accommodation management system that uses face recognition technology for check-in processes at accommodation facilities.

• First acquisition unit obtains face image of visiting user at check-in terminal
• Execution unit identifies visiting user based on face image and performs check-in process
• Second acquisition unit obtains face image of specific user using services
• Permission unit permits use of services after check-in process is completed for specific user identified by face image

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1. 1. 1. Potential Applications

• Hotels and resorts
• Airbnbs and vacation rentals
• Hostels and guesthouses

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved

• Streamlining check-in processes
• Enhancing security and access control
• Improving user experience for guests

1. 1. 1. Benefits

• Faster and more efficient check-ins
• Enhanced security measures
• Personalized services based on user identification

Original Abstract Submitted

An accommodation management system includes: a first acquisition unit that obtains a face image of a visiting user who uses a check-in terminal installed at a visible position from a reception counter of an accommodation facility; an execution unit that identifies the visiting user on the basis of the face image of the visiting user and performs a check-in process of the visiting user; a second acquisition unit that obtains a face image of a specific user who uses services; and a permission unit that permits a use of the services when the check-in process is completed for the specific user who is identified on the basis of the face image of the specific user.