To manage the crowd-strengthening system, advanced smart technologies are being deployed at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Yes, the aim is to improve the safety and flow for worshippers, as mentioned by the General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque.
Advanced Smart Technologies Deployed At Grand Mosque
According to a report by the Saudi Gazette, advanced smart technologies are being deployed to strengthen crowd management and enhance safety. The system is for tracking the number of worshippers who are entering and exiting key locations. This includes entrances, corridors, floors, and the courtyard. It is done through sensors and live data monitoring. Through this system, there is precise measurement of crowd density and movement patterns throughout the mosque.
Real-Time Data To Strengthen Crowd Management
As mentioned by the authority, the real-time data that is generated by the system allows field teams to make faster and more accurate decisions. Not to mention, they can also respond immediately in case of a change in crowd density and address the emerging challenges on the ground. The report further mentions how the solution allows guiding the flow of visitors across different areas of the mosque. This ensures there is balanced distribution and less congestion while maintaining the highest standards of safety and comfort for the worshippers.
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Early Detection In High-Density Zones
Through this, it can help in guiding the flow of visitors smoothly. Not only this, but the system also allows for early detection of high-density zones. This would enable proactive intervention in order to prevent bottlenecks within an integrated operational framework, which would combine technology-driven monitoring within field readiness.
Within the deployment of these advanced technologies, it reflects the ongoing efforts to harness cutting-edge solutions and to serve the pilgrims. It also enhances the service quality and improves the overall worship experience for the pilgrims at the two holy mosques.
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