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The rise in remote work has created a demand for innovative tools to assist telecommuters in managing their workflow and communications. This paper introduces the Smart Notification Bar, a device affixed atop computer monitors that employs IoT technology, facilitated by Raspberry Pi, to provide real-time visual and sound notifications from various platforms, including Gmail, Twitter, and Zoom. The system is designed to be reliable, easy-to-use, secure, and available 24/7. Utilizing LEDs and a buzzer, the device offers immediate visual and auditory cues for unread Gmail messages, pre-programmed Twitter notifications, and Zoom meeting statuses.Beyond enhancing personal productivity by consolidating notifications and reducing distractions, the Smart Notification Bar serves as a non-intrusive indicator for household members to know when the user is engaged in a video conference and should not be disturbed. This is particularly useful for remote workers with hearing challenges or sound phobias.
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Veerapen, P.C., Seeam, A., Ramsurrun, V. (2024). InSightHub: Intelligent Notification and Status Indicator for Streamlined Work-From-Home Environments. In: Seeam, A., Ramsurrun, V., Juddoo, S., Phokeer, A. (eds) Innovations and Interdisciplinary Solutions for Underserved Areas. InterSol 2023. Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering, vol 541. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-51849-2_4
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