Samsung and Kia Simplify Business Operations with AI Solution ‘SmartThings Pro’
Samsung and Kia have joined forces to make business management more efficient with their new AI-based B2B solution, SmartThings Pro. The partnership was officially announced at Kia’s EV Day event in Tarragona, Spain, on February 24th.
- This collaboration marks an expansion of the existing partnership between Samsung and Hyundai Motor Group.
- The focus is now on business customers, shifting from serving just regular consumers.
SmartThings Pro connects various devices and services, offering useful solutions such as energy savings and space management for businesses.
Features and Benefits of SmartThings Pro
With SmartThings Pro, business owners can easily link their vehicles and workspaces, simplifying tasks like:
- Controlling air conditioning
- Managing home appliances
- Setting routines for daily operations
This solution allows small business owners and self-employed individuals to manage their businesses remotely.
Automating Business Tasks
The SmartThings Pro solution helps businesses automate several operations, making it easier for owners to manage tasks:
- Managing equipment
- Controlling temperatures
- Handling guest check-ins
By automating these processes, business owners can focus more on running their operations and less on worrying about equipment.
Use Case: Food Truck Owners
For food truck owners, SmartThings Pro is especially useful. It allows them to:
- Control multiple devices at once
- Save time and effort during setup and preparation
Given that food trucks often change locations, this tool helps streamline equipment management, saving at least 30 to 40 minutes in preparations.
Samsung’s Vision for SmartThings Pro
Samsung’s Vice President, Park Chan-woo, highlighted that this partnership will revolutionize how stores and vehicles connect, providing smarter and more convenient management experiences for small business owners.