The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unique challenges not seen in the U.S., perhaps since World War 2. Here in Texas, as businesses, schools, and other organizations reopen, the problem is how to get society back to regular patterns while maintaining health and safety.

Fortunately, technology can offer solutions. While it’s safe to say that none of the technology solutions currently at our disposal are perfect, they can be a tremendous aid in getting life back to normal parameters without creating undue friction in the economy and life in general.

While wearing face masks is unpleasant for most people, we know that it can help protect against the rampant spread of the virus. One issue that has emerged is how to enforce the wearing of face masks in places where distancing is difficult - like production facilities, schools, restaurants, and many other places – without employing many people or putting others in uncomfortable positions.

Advanced video analytics, like the type that can detect faces and objects, may help. If your organization is wrestling with how to ensure face masks are being used in your facilities or premises in San Antonio, read on for mask detection solutions that may help.

The COVID-19 pandemic has almost stopped the world economy in its tracks. In the U.S., the economy went from a healthy growth curve and low unemployment to a complete shutdown for many businesses. As states like Texas ease restrictions and look to get their economies and workforce moving again, both the public and private sectors are looking to technology solutions to help with maintaining safety as we try to get back to a level of "normal."

One of the technologies that holds great promise is temperature screening cameras. Checking temperature has been one of the clearest ways of identifying people that are potentially sick and should not be mingling in close quarters with others. Heat sensing and thermal imaging camera technologies have been around for a long time, as they are used in night vision for a host of security and surveillance cameras and solutions. However, these technologies have never been used in the way we need them to work for this pandemic.

If you are looking at temperature screening cameras for your company or organization in Houston, its critical to walk before you run. The technology continues to be refined, and how it is implemented is critical. Let's take a closer look at the challenges with temperature screening and what can make it work.

Gain access to your building without touching keypads or fingerprint screens. Touch-free access control allows you to do your best to prevent the spread of viruses like COVID-19. When you think about the number of people who enter your building, touch the access control keypad, and open the doors, it’s no wonder a virus can spread so rapidly.

Fortunately, as a business owner, there is something you can do about it. By installing touchless access control at your building in The Woodlands, TX, you significantly lower the risk factors of an employee or guest getting the coronavirus. Along with social distancing and mask-wearing, your business or organization can play a vital role in curbing the spread of the virus. Read more to find out the benefits of installing access controls.

Fortunately, social distancing is easing here in Texas, and we are all more than ready to return to a more normal, if also more vigilant, life. But we know that things are not going back to the way they were immediately, and that means we’ll still be spending a considerable amount of time at home.

Of course, there's nothing wrong with having the family together at home. But having everyone home working, distance learning, and seeking entertainment at the same time has made life more of a balancing act. As you've spent time at home, you may have noticed some things you often do repeatedly. While we don't have a technology solution for unloading your dishwasher automatically, there are some home automation systems that can take a bit of the strain off of home life in the Rio Grande Valley. Let's explore some ways you can put smart technology to work for you so you can concentrate on what's really important.