ClearObject: Finding Clarity for Vision AI Solutions with Google Workspace and Google Cloud
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
- America
Country
- United States
Product
- Google Workspace
- Google Cloud
- ClearVision
- Vertex AI
- Gemini for Google Workspace
Tech Stack
- Google Cloud
- Google Workspace
- BigQuery
- Google Distributed Cloud
- Vertex AI
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Productivity Improvements
- Cost Savings
- Customer Satisfaction
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Machine Learning
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Data Management Platforms
- Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Predictive Maintenance
- Machine Condition Monitoring
- Visual Quality Detection
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
- Data Science Services
- System Integration
About The Customer
ClearObject is a digital transformation company that specializes in turning data into valuable insights and tangible outcomes. As a Google Cloud Premier Partner, ClearObject has a track record of helping some of the world's largest companies solve complex problems with bespoke solutions in vision AI, generative AI, cloud migrations, and data analytics. The company initially started as an IoT firm, focusing on collecting and connecting clients' data to the cloud to enable informed business decisions. Over time, ClearObject evolved into a team of vision AI specialists, using image recognition to automate and enhance clients' operations with actionable analytics for continuous improvement. ClearObject's solutions span various industries, including manufacturing, wastewater infrastructure, and pharmaceuticals, providing real-time insights into critical operations.
The Challenge
ClearObject faced challenges in maintaining effective collaboration across its distributed teams, which were spread across different regions and time zones. The previous collaboration model was inefficient, causing delays in proposal compilation and version control issues. Communication was cumbersome, often clogging inboxes and leading to outdated project plans and proposals. Additionally, ClearObject needed a robust processing engine to handle its customers' extensive data needs, ensuring real-time insights without compromising security.
The Solution
ClearObject transitioned to Google Workspace, adopting a suite of interconnected tools like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to enhance collaboration. This shift allowed teams to edit documents simultaneously, ensuring everyone was on the same page and reducing version control issues. A shared Google Drive became the central hub for project information, accessible from anywhere. Built-in cloud-native security controls in Workspace simplified user and document access management, while automated compliance features helped fulfill ISO 27001 Annex A controls requirements. ClearObject also utilized Gemini for Google Workspace to accelerate content creation, aiding marketing strategies and sales pitch development. On the AI front, ClearObject leveraged Google Cloud's capabilities, including Cloud Storage and BigQuery, to handle robust data needs. Google Distributed Cloud enabled edge processing for real-time insights. Vertex AI, a suite of machine learning tools, underpinned ClearObject's ClearVision product, allowing for custom AI models tailored to analyze visual data, identify defects, optimize production lines, and predict equipment failures.
Operational Impact
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