Shin Kong Hospital
Smart Hospital & Healthcare Building Success Case
Smart Hospital Expansion Project | Taipei, Taiwan
HomeScenario delivered a fully integrated smart hospital building solution for Shin Kong Hospital's new expansion, enhancing security, operational efficiency, communication, and building automation. The deployment integrates cloud intercom, multi-level access control, intrusion detection, video monitoring, public announcement systems, property management, and building automation within a modern healthcare facility completed in 2023.
Project Overview
Project Overview
Project Name: Shin Kong Hospital Expansion
Developer: Shin Kong Hospital
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Building Type: Hospital / Healthcare Facility
Completion Year: 2023
Business Challenge
As a leading hospital expanding its capacity and services, the project required:
Enhanced security and patient safety
Controlled access to restricted medical areas
Real-time surveillance and emergency response capability
Reliable internal communication systems
Centralized building operations and facility management
Scalable infrastructure for long-term healthcare growth
Traditional silo-based systems could not support the high integration demands of a modern smart healthcare environment.
Solution Architecture
Deployed HomeScenario Systems:
SIP/IP Cloud Intercom System
Multi Access Control System
Intruder Alarm System
Video Monitoring System
Public Announcement & Alarm System
Property / Guest Management System
Building Automation System (BAS)
Integrated Smart Healthcare Platform
HomeScenario unified security systems, communication, monitoring, and building automation into a centralized platform tailored for hospital operations. This ensures coordinated responses, operational transparency, and efficient facility management.
Key Use Scenarios
Patient & Staff Safety:
Controlled access to operating rooms, ICUs, labs, and restricted zones
Real-time video surveillance across critical areas
Intrusion detection for perimeter and sensitive areas
Emergency Communication & Response:
Integrated public announcement and alarm system
Rapid broadcast capability for emergency situations
Intercom communication between departments
Centralized Facility Management:
Building automation for HVAC, lighting, and energy optimization
Property and visitor management coordination
Unified monitoring dashboard for facility teams
Result & Impact
Outcomes Achieved:
Strengthened hospital security and access management
Improved emergency preparedness and communication efficiency
Enhanced patient safety and compliance standards
Optimized facility management through building automation
Scalable smart infrastructure supporting future hospital growth
FAQs
Q: What smart building systems are essential for modern hospitals?
A: Essential systems include access control, video surveillance, intrusion alarms, public announcement systems, intercom communication, and building automation for HVAC and facility management.
Q: How does access control improve hospital safety?
A: It restricts entry to sensitive areas such as operating rooms, ICUs, and laboratories, ensuring patient privacy and regulatory compliance.
Q: Why is integrated communication important in healthcare facilities?
A: Integrated intercom and public announcement systems enable rapid emergency response and coordinated communication between departments.
Q: Can building automation reduce hospital operational costs?
A: Yes. Automated HVAC, lighting, and energy management systems optimize energy usage and reduce long-term operational expenses.
Q: Is this solution scalable for hospital expansions?
A: Yes. The platform is designed to support phased expansions and increased facility capacity.
Q: How does video monitoring support healthcare compliance?
A: It provides real-time oversight, incident documentation, and enhanced security management for high-risk areas.
Why HomeScenario?
Experience in smart healthcare and institutional buildings
Integrated platform covering security, communication, and automation
Scalable architecture for hospital expansion projects
Proven smart building deployments in Taiwan and international markets
HomeScenario implemented a smart hospital building solution for Shin Kong Hospital's expansion in Taipei, integrating cloud intercom, access control, intrusion alarms, video monitoring, public announcement systems, and building automation to enhance security, safety, and operational efficiency.