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USR integrates robotics and smart building systems into one unified platform that reduces labour costs, lowers risk, and improves operational performance.

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The Challenge

The Problem & The Solution

Modern buildings face increasing operational complexity. USR integrates AI, robotics and automation to simplify operations and improve building performance.

Problem

Modern Buildings Face

Rising labour costs
Staff shortages and turnover
Increasing compliance pressure
Disconnected technology systems
Limited operational visibility
Reactive maintenance cycles

Solution

The USR Solution

Reduced labour dependency
Lower operational risk
Centralised system control
AI-driven reporting
Improved building performance
Long-term cost reduction

Featured platform

ARC Building Control Platform

A secure AI-powered platform for unified robotic control, monitoring and building intelligence.

AI-powered orchestration Real-time monitoring Predictive analytics

Agnostic Robotic Control (ARC) System is an advanced AI-powered, secure cloud-based platform designed to seamlessly connect, monitor, and control robotic operations. It leverages artificial intelligence to provide robot orchestration, real-time data insights and predictive analytics, empowering operators, supervisors, and management to optimise fleet performance and improve operational efficiency.

System architecture overview

Featured technology systems

Our Integrated Technology Systems

Six modular systems — integrated into one operational model for scalable portfolio outcomes.

Cleaning & Delivery Robots

Autonomous systems that reduce repetitive labour while maintaining consistent performance across your facility.

ARC Building Control

A central integration framework that connects automation systems into one coordinated operational platform.

Passive Thermal Film

Energy efficiency upgrades that reduce HVAC loads and lower long-term operating costs significantly.

AI Defect Analysis

Drone and camera-based inspections using AI to detect structural and maintenance risks before they escalate.

Mobile EV Charging

Flexible electric vehicle charging solutions deployable without major infrastructure upgrades or capital outlay.

AI Surveillance Systems

Intelligent monitoring systems that improve security outcomes while reducing the burden of manual oversight.

The Business Case

How Much Can You Save

ROI Calculator — People vs Automation. Enter your building’s labour and operational details below.

Traditional Labour Costs

Direct Wage Costs

Daily wage per worker

Award rate + any loading

$200

$100$700

Number of workers in role

Cleaning, delivery, security staff etc.

120

Paid working days per year

Excl. leave — that’s captured below

250

200300

Statutory & Entitlement On-Costs

Superannuation rate

Applied to gross wages

11.5%

9%15%

Annual leave entitlement

Weeks per year — paid at full rate

4 wks

2 wks6 wks

Personal / sick leave days

Days taken per worker, per year

8 days

020 days

Workers' comp / insurance

% of gross wages

1.5%

0.5%5%

Hidden & Indirect Costs

Recruitment & onboarding cost

Per worker, averaged annually

$3,500

$0$12,000

Annual staff turnover rate

% of workforce replaced per year

40%

5%100%

Supervision & management overhead

% of base wages

12%

0%30%

Uniforms, PPE & consumables

Per worker, per year

$600

$0$3,000

Operational Hours Comparison

Daily operational hours

8 hrs (labour) 24 hrs (robot)

Works weekends & public holidays

Penalty rates Same cost

Sick leave / absence risk

Yes Zero

Output consistency

Variable Standardised

Performance data & reporting

Manual Automated

Automated System Costs

Deployment & Ongoing Costs

Monthly system lease / subscription

Per unit, per month

$2,000

$500$6,000

Number of units deployed

Robots, cameras, chargers etc.

110

Annual maintenance & servicing

Per year, all units combined

$1,500

$0$8,000

Electricity & consumables

Per year, all units combined

$800

$0$5,000

One-Off Investment

Integration & setup cost

One-off — used in payback calculation

$8,000

$0$50,000

Staff transition / retraining

One-off cost

$1,000

$0$20,000

Productivity Adjustments

Estimated coverage efficiency gain

Robot output vs one worker

3.0×

1×5×

Residual human oversight required

% of one FTE still required

10%

0%50%

What Automation Eliminates

Superannuation$0

Annual & sick leave liability$0

Workers' compensation premium$0

Recruitment & turnover cycles$0

Penalty rates (nights, weekends)$0

HR management overheadReduced

Your Results

Estimated Annual Saving

per year

Total Labour Cost Breakdown

Base wages

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Superannuation

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Annual leave

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Sick / personal leave

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Workers' comp / insurance

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Recruitment & turnover

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Supervision overhead

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Uniforms, PPE & consumables

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Total Labour Cost

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Total Automation Cost Breakdown

Annual system lease

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Maintenance & servicing

—

Electricity & consumables

—

Residual human oversight

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Total Automation Cost

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Labour

—

Automation

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Investment & Payback Analysis

Upfront Investment

One-off costs to deploy

Integration & setup—

Staff transition / retraining—

Annual Ongoing Cost

Recurring per year

System lease—

Maintenance—

Electricity—

Oversight staff—

Payback Period

$0 ÷ ($0 / 12)
Upfront investment ÷ monthly saving

—

to break even

✓ No upfront investment entered — savings begin immediately from day one.

Break-even progress — within 5-year horizon

5-Year Cost Projection Hover bars & points for values

Annual cost — year by year

Cumulative total — running cost including upfront