ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024 achieved a major breakthrough in security and smart technology. Leaders and partners came together to learn about groundbreaking developments in biometric technology, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things solutions. This three-day event showed ZKTeco's dedication to improve global security standards through technology excellence.
The event programme demonstrated facial recognition systems, smart retail solutions, and advanced access control technologies in detail. Attendees saw the newest developments in computer vision, workforce management, and video surveillance systems. NZTeco, ZKTeco's official New Zealand partner, learned practical applications of these advanced security solutions for their local market.
Day 1: Opening Ceremony and Industrial Park Tours
ZKTeco welcomed delegates to their state-of-the-art facilities on the Global Meeting's first day. The tour showcased the company's trailblazing advances in security and smart technology solutions.
Zhangmutou Industrial Park visit
The delegates explored ZKTeco's complete line-up of smart entrance control products at the facility. They saw advanced access control standalone devices, CCTVs, parking barriers, and walk-through metal detectors. The facility demonstrated the seamless integration of multimodal biometric technologies that combined fingerprints, facial features, palmprints, and iris recognition systems.
BioCV Multi-Modal Digital Industrial Base Tour
The BioCV facility showed its core technological capabilities in pattern recognition and deep learning. Visitors saw how advanced recognition algorithms work while complying with GDPR standards. This approach guarantees the highest level of data protection and privacy.
The tour highlighted BioCV technology's key features:
Immediate authentication systems with improved security protocols
Computer vision systems working together with IoT solutions
Smart retail applications powered by AI capabilities
Tangxia HQ immersive experience centre and laboratory tour
ZKTeco's state-of-the-art laboratory and experience centre was the highlight of the tour. Visitors participated in interactive demonstrations of security solutions at this modern facility. The showcase included:
Advanced access control and time attendance devices
Metal and X-Ray detection systems
ZKBioCVSecurity platform with 16 integrated modules for access control, time attendance, and visitor management systems
Visitors experienced the latest breakthroughs first-hand at the centre. The Armatura mobile credential solution lets users employ their smartphones and smartwatches as access credentials. The tour also featured ZKDIGIMAX retail solution that combines electronic price tags, custom digital signage, and AI-powered smart retail applications.
Day 2: Global Leadership Keynote Speeches
Technology leaders from around the world met at the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024 to discuss revolutionary developments and share their vision for the future of security and smart technology.
Security industry insights
The keynote sessions showcased ZKTeco's leadership as a pioneer in multimodal "Computer Vision and Biometrics" (BioCV) technology. This national high-tech enterprise showed its mastery in combining core biometric technologies, including fingerprints, palm veins, palmprints, facial features, finger veins, and iris recognition with computer vision and IoT technologies.
ZKTeco presented its ground-breaking 3D Structured Facial Recognition technology that employs advanced surface imaging techniques for improved security. This advancement builds on proprietary algorithms developed through 20 years of research and development experience.
Smart IoT innovations
ZKTeco announced its strategic expansion into smart retail cloud services during what experts called the "Year of Artificial Intelligence." The company showcased several breakthrough technologies:
Improved Visible Light Facial Recognition technology
State-of-the-art palm recognition systems that combine palm print and vein recognition
AI-powered digital signage solutions that work together smoothly
Cloud-edge-end-server architecture that provides complete access control
ZKTeco demonstrated its steadfast dedication to edge-based multimodal AI for small devices. This technology enables advanced human-computer interaction and knowledge learning capabilities in homes, communities, enterprises, and educational institutions.
ZKTeco's future role and vision
ZKTeco has revealed its strategic roadmap that focuses on three main goals:
Global Market Expansion: Building partnerships and growing in emerging markets
Connected Security Integration: Creating cloud-based and IoT-enabled security solutions
Research and Development Leadership: Investing in state-of-the-art security technologies
The company strengthens its dedication to tackle modern security challenges by integrating AI and Big Data. They are developing predictive analytics capabilities and implementing advanced anomaly detection systems while adhering to strict privacy standards.
ZKTeco reinforces its "agile evolution" strategy to respond quickly to market changes and customer needs through digital transformation and teamwork across departments. Their vision focuses on investing in multimodal hybrid biometric recognition algorithms that promote technological advancement throughout their diverse product line.
Day 3: Awards and New Launches
ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024's final day showcased outstanding achievements with prestigious awards and state-of-the-art product launches. The hotel's lawn area reshaped the scene into an interactive space where colleagues and guests involved themselves in a casual atmosphere.
Honorary Awards Ceremony
ZKTeco demonstrated its excellence in the security industry with several prestigious achievements that reinforced its leadership in global security solutions. The company reached the 14th spot in the TOP 50 Global Security Brands 2023 by a&s Magazine and secured first place in SecuriTIC's "Access Control Manufacturer Ranking 2023". Their achievements include:
ZKTeco's state-of-the-art developments earned recognition in multiple sectors. The company secured positions in the Global Industry Digital Innovation List 2023 as:
NZTeco's Premier Rapid Breakthrough Award
NZTeco proudly received the Premier Rapid Breakthrough Award at the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024's final event, marking a significant milestone as ZKTeco’s official partner in New Zealand. This award highlights NZTeco's commitment to advancing the security landscape with ZKTeco’s state-of-the-art access control and biometric authentication solutions. By deploying ZKTeco’s innovative technologies, such as visible light face and palm authentication systems, NZTeco has set a new standard in reliable and efficient security implementations.
With a focus on quality and cutting-edge security, NZTeco has leveraged ZKTeco's extensive portfolio of technology and patents to enhance client trust and operational security across various industries. ZKTeco, a globally renowned leader in biometric technology and security, backs its partners with over 307 patents, ISO 9001 certification, and compliance with international standards. This partnership underscores NZTeco's position as a trusted provider in New Zealand’s security sector, delivering solutions designed for modern challenges in access control, biometric identification, and seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
As NZTeco continues to expand its influence within the New Zealand market, the partnership with ZKTeco reinforces its dedication to innovation and excellence in security technology. The Premier Rapid Breakthrough Award is not only a testament to NZTeco's success but also a reflection of the shared commitment to advancing security solutions that meet global demands. With NZTeco’s expertise and ZKTeco's robust technological foundation, businesses in New Zealand are empowered with access to world-class security infrastructure.
NGTeco Official Launch
During the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024, the official launch of NGTeco introduced a diverse range of innovative products, expanding the company's footprint into various smart home and lifestyle technologies. The showcase featured:
1. Smart Home Security Solutions
NG-C5200 Smart Battery Camera: A semi-outdoor Wi-Fi battery security camera offering clear night vision, AI motion detection, and a long standby battery life of up to 180 days. Ngteco
NG-A100 Wireless Wi-Fi Alarm Kit: A 5-piece home security system compatible with Alexa, featuring real-time mobile alerts, door/window detection, and motion detection. Ngteco
NG-D200 Wi-Fi Video Doorbell: A 1080P HD video doorbell with wide-angle viewing, night vision, two-way audio, and cloud security with privacy protection. Ngteco
2. Smart Lighting and Control
NG-L200 Wi-Fi Smart Bulb: A dimmable LED bulb offering remote and voice control, energy efficiency, and easy integration into smart home systems. NZTECO
3. Future Lifestyle Innovations
NGTeco also announced plans to venture into manufacturing advanced lifestyle products, including:
Electric Bicycles (E-Bikes): Developing eco-friendly transportation options with smart connectivity features.
Pool Cleaning Robots: Automated solutions for efficient and hassle-free pool maintenance.
Lawn Mowing Robots: Smart lawn care devices designed for autonomous operation and optimal yard upkeep.
Underwater Drones and Scooters: Innovative devices aimed at enhancing underwater exploration and recreational activities.
These developments underscore NGTeco's commitment to expanding its product portfolio beyond traditional security solutions, embracing a holistic approach to smart living and lifestyle enhancement.
A spectacular drone display marked the end of the evening and showcased ZKTeco's technological excellence. The company reinforced its steadfast dedication to deliver reliable and user-friendly access control solutions. Their focus remains on enabling organisations to improve their security measures through continuous research and development.
Conclusion
ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024 set a new milestone in security technology. The event featured major breakthroughs in biometric recognition, smart retail solutions, and IoT integration. During the three-day gathering, ZKTeco proved its expertise in multimodal biometric technologies. The company's advanced facial recognition systems and palm authentication platforms stood out prominently. ZKTeco's two decades of research excellence and over 307 patents showed its steadfast dedication to elevating global security standards through technology leadership.
ZKTeco's solutions made a strong impression in the New Zealand market, leading to NZTeco's status as a premier partner. Security professionals can now tackle modern challenges with better precision and reliability thanks to new products like SpeedPalm-V5L and ZKBio sense series. ZKTeco's innovative vision for smart retail and IoT integration builds resilient infrastructure for future security developments in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
FAQs
Q1: What was the main focus of the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024?
A: The event centered on showcasing ZKTeco’s latest advancements in biometric security, AI, and IoT technologies, with a strong emphasis on enhancing global security standards through innovation.
Q2: Who attended the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024?
A: Industry leaders, global partners, and representatives from ZKTeco offices worldwide attended to collaborate, share insights, and explore the future of security and smart technologies.
Q3: What new products were launched at the event?
A: ZKTeco and its subsidiary NGTeco introduced a range of new products, including advanced biometric systems, smart home devices, and plans for future lifestyle innovations such as E-Bikes, pool cleaning robots, and underwater drones.
Q4: What awards were presented at the event?
A: ZKTeco awarded its global partners for outstanding achievements. NZTeco, ZKTeco’s New Zealand partner, received the Premier Rapid Breakthrough Award for exceptional performance in implementing advanced security solutions.
Q5: How will these innovations impact the security industry?
A: ZKTeco’s advancements in multimodal biometrics, AI, and IoT integration aim to set new standards in security, making systems more secure, user-friendly, and adaptable for a wide range of applications, from smart homes to large-scale enterprises.
Q6: What is NGTeco’s role within the ZKTeco Group?
A: NGTeco focuses on lifestyle and smart home products, expanding ZKTeco’s offerings beyond security to include consumer-oriented innovations like smart home systems, E-Bikes, and robotic devices.
Marius Thesner says:
Attending the ZKTeco Global Meeting 2024 was an incredible experience. The level of innovation and dedication to advancing security solutions was evident throughout the event. From seeing the cutting-edge biometric and AI-powered systems in action to learning about the future of smart IoT and retail, it’s clear that ZKTeco is setting a high standard in the industry.
As NZTeco’s Financial Director, I’m thrilled about the new possibilities these solutions bring to New Zealand, helping us provide advanced, reliable, and compliant security options for our clients. A huge thanks to ZKTeco for the recognition and for being such a supportive partner in our journey!