In this episode of Future Fuzz, Vince Quinn is joined by Arvindh Lalam, CEO of nCorium, to explore how digital twins are transforming airport experiences. From reducing passenger stress to helping operators optimize service flow, Arvindh shares how real-time data and sensor fusion technology are reshaping physical environments—starting with some of the world’s most complex spaces: airports.Discover how nCorium delivers predictive insights, enhances user journeys, and even guides passengers to the shortest Starbucks line. Whether you're designing large venues or just want to understand how digital twins can improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, this episode breaks it down in an engaging, human-centered way.Guest BioArvindh Lalam is the CEO of nCorium, a company pioneering the use of digital twins in airport environments. By blending real-time sensor data from LiDAR, cameras, and other inputs, nCorium creates live digital models of physical spaces, helping airports better manage traffic flows, reduce stress for passengers, and improve SLA compliance.With a background in software engineering and systems thinking, Arvindh leads a team dedicated to mapping real-world movement and enhancing experiences for both travelers and airport operators. Under his leadership, nCorium’s “Travel Companion” app and backend tools are already making waves across major international transit hubs.Takeaways- Airports are massive dynamic spaces—digital twins offer operators and passengers a new level of visibility.
- Real-time data allows proactive adjustments to avoid congestion and delays.
- Sensor fusion (cameras, LiDAR, etc.) powers detailed maps of people and vehicle movement.
- Wait-time estimates aren’t just about line length—they’re about processing efficiency.
- nCorium’s Travel Companion app acts like Google Maps for your airport journey.
- Staff efficiency, user routing, and spatial planning all improve with historical and real-time insights.
- Better facility flow = less travel stress + improved airport reputation.
Chapters
00:00 Intro to Arvindh Lalam & nCorium
01:30 What nCorium Does for Airports & Passengers
03:00 The Power of Sensor Fusion in Complex Spaces
06:00 Case Study: Picking the Best Starbucks in the Terminal
08:00 Rerouting Crowds and Preventing Congestion
09:30 “Shortest Line” Isn’t Always the Fastest
11:00 The Travel Companion App: Google Maps for Airports
13:40 Measuring Staff Efficiency & Improving Service Counters
16:00 Real-Time vs. 6-Month Flow Reports
19:30 Metrics that Truly Matter: Wait Times, Missed Flights
22:00 Enhancing Reputation Through Better Physical Experiences
24:30 Vision: A Digital Twin of the Entire Airport
25:40 How to Connect with Arvindh and Encoreum
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