Security solutions company VIVOTEK has helped Taiwan recover from recent earthquakes and typhoons by organising the 4th Safety Map sustainability event in the historically significant Dachen New Village in Hualien.
VIVOTEK’s team devised diverse solutions to address safety concerns, aiming to combine smart security with local revitalisation efforts. Their goal is to transform Dachen New Village, the largest settlement of Dachen residents in Taiwan, into a model safe-tourism destination that attracts visitors to experience its unique culture.
With 2025 marking the 75th anniversary of the migration of Dachen Island residents from Zhejiang, China, to Taiwan, the area is promoting tourism despite challenges like an aging population and rising environmental risks.
“Now in its fourth year, the scale of our Safety Map initiative continues to grow,” said VIVOTEK President Alex Liao. “This time, our work in Dachen New Village benefits over 1,500 residents and ensures that visiting tourists can explore without safety concerns. Additionally, having our team directly observe and address safety issues helps refine our product design to meet users’ needs better.”
“After the natural disasters that recently struck Hualien, leaving behind numerous safety hazards and declining tourist numbers, we hope to use our security expertise to collaborate with residents in enhancing safety and revitalising Hualien’s tourism industry for a win-win outcome,” said VIVOTEK’s Director of Global Marketing Allen Hsieh.
VIVOTEK’s security team, in collaboration with a local revitalisation group, worked with residents and elders to identify areas where safety could be enhanced. At the iconic Ruan Bi Zhenjun Temple, the team explored ways to protect temple assets and boost visitor donations while improving environmental friendliness and allowing elderly or mobility-impaired individuals to enter and exit freely.
In the local park, they aimed to reduce disturbances caused by stray animals, improving the overall environment for residents. In the narrow alleys that showcase the history of Dachen’s settlers, the goal was to preserve the village’s charm while optimising the environment to make landmarks more recognisable for visitors. For family members living away from home, the community explored innovative technological solutions to enable remote monitoring of loved ones, strengthening familial bonds and care.
To address these challenges, VIVOTEK proposed a variety of security solutions. They included installing accessible spaces at the temple to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges, implementing smart lighting systems to enhance nighttime safety and utilising AI cameras for real-time image analysis and stranger identification.
The team also designed shared activity spaces to promote intergenerational interactions between the youth and seniors, fostering a sense of community. Emphasising the importance of safety education, the team worked to raise awareness among residents.
Additionally, the project incorporated cutting-edge generative AI tools from the Taiwan Design Research Institute, which visualised proposed solutions quickly and effectively. This approach made it easier for residents to understand and implement the ideas, transforming Dachen New Village into a safer, more livable community fully prepared to welcome tourists.
