TCS teams with Norway’s SINTEF to apply AI for longer home care
When TCS walked into SINTEF’s labs in Oslo last spring, the two teams started sketching out a pilot that leans on AI to support seniors who want to stay at home. The focus is on a fast-growing group - older adults who would rather keep their own roof than move into assisted living. What makes the trial interesting is the use of what they call “Social AI,” a thin layer of machine learning that tries to notice tiny changes in daily routines, health signals and even who they talk to.
By matching suggestions to each person’s habits, the system hopes to catch early signs of decline and recommend help before a hospital visit becomes inevitable. The effort also seems to be part of a larger move to weave technology into everyday health care while still respecting privacy and the personal touch people expect. As TCS and SINTEF line up their goals, they appear to be aiming for data-driven tweaks that could make a real difference for Norway’s aging population.
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“SINTEF shares similar values, and I believe that together, we can improve the quality of life and help the elderly in Norway to be able to stay healthy, in the comfort of their homes much longer.”
SINTEF shares similar values, and I believe that together, we can improve the quality of life and help the elderly in Norway to be able to stay healthy, in the comfort of their homes much longer." What makes this initiative innovative is the use of Social AI to understand the unique needs of each individual and personalise their care, TCS said. By combining advanced research with digital technology, the platform not only improves elderly care but also sets the stage for smarter more inclusive healthcare solutions in the future. Sapthagiri Chapalapalli, head of Europe at TCS, said, "Together with SINTEF, the identification of specific, practical AI use cases that address real business challenges focusing into usability and human-centric approach will come full circle." Chapalapalli said the company's digital technologies will add scale and speed to SINTEF's research and innovation activities, enabling these projects to have an even greater reach and impact for society.
Technology might help seniors stay on their own a bit longer, and TCS is betting on that with SINTEF’s Social AI. The two firms are mixing TCS’s experience in health-care, energy and smart-city work with SINTEF’s research muscle. Their plan is to take the existing eHeal platform and layer on AI that learns each person’s routine and nudges support where it’s needed.
If the software can spot tiny shifts in daily habits, a caregiver could get a heads-up and maybe prevent a move to a facility. Of course, there are bumps ahead - privacy rules, hooking the new tool into today’s home-care networks, and convincing older users to trust a machine’s suggestions. The press release talks about shared values and a goal of better quality of life, yet it doesn’t spell out any numbers to track progress.
It’s still unclear whether the trial will graduate to a full-scale roll-out. For now, it’s a tentative step toward personalized, AI-assisted elder care, and the next round of tests in Norwegian homes should show whether the idea holds up in real life.
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Common Questions Answered
What is the role of Social AI in the TCS and SINTEF home care pilot?
Social AI provides a machine‑learning layer that detects subtle cues in seniors’ daily routines, health indicators and social interactions, enabling personalized recommendations. By interpreting these signals, the system can alert caregivers to early changes, helping older adults remain independent longer.
How does the partnership leverage TCS’s previous experience in healthcare and smart‑city projects for the elder‑care initiative?
TCS applies its track record in healthcare, energy and smart‑city solutions to integrate digital technology with SINTEF’s research, adapting the eHeal platform with AI capabilities. This combination aims to create a scalable, data‑driven care model that can be deployed across Norway’s senior population.
What specific platform will be adapted to incorporate AI for personalized elder care, and what enhancements are planned?
The collaboration will adapt TCS’s eHeal platform, adding a Social AI module that tailors support to each resident’s unique needs. Enhancements include routine‑recognition algorithms that detect subtle changes, enabling earlier caregiver intervention and potentially extending independent living.
According to the article, what demographic trend is driving the need for AI‑driven home‑based elder care in Norway?
Norway’s senior population is growing rapidly, with more older adults preferring to stay in their own homes rather than move to assisted‑living facilities. This demographic shift creates demand for innovative solutions like Social AI to maintain health and independence at home.