Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition

Haar Cascade is a cost-effective and user-friendly machine learning-based algorithm for detecting objects in images and videos. Unlike Deep Learning algorithms, which typically require significant resources and expensive computing costs, it uses simple image processing techniques like edge detection...

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Main Authors: Bao-Thien Nguyen-Tat, Minh-Quoc Bui, Vuong M. Ngo
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Published: Elsevier 2024-11-01
Series:International Journal of Information Management Data Insights
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description Haar Cascade is a cost-effective and user-friendly machine learning-based algorithm for detecting objects in images and videos. Unlike Deep Learning algorithms, which typically require significant resources and expensive computing costs, it uses simple image processing techniques like edge detection and Haar features that are easy to comprehend and implement. By combining Haar Cascade with OpenCV2 on an embedded computer like the NVIDIA Jetson Nano, this system can accurately detect and match faces in a database for attendance tracking. This system aims to achieve several specific objectives that set it apart from existing solutions. It leverages Haar Cascade, enriched with carefully selected Haar features, such as Haar-like wavelets, and employs advanced edge detection techniques. These techniques enable precise face detection and matching in both images and videos, contributing to high accuracy and robust performance. By doing so, it minimizes manual intervention and reduces errors, thereby strengthening accountability. Additionally, the integration of OpenCV2 and the NVIDIA Jetson Nano optimizes processing efficiency, making it suitable for resource-constrained environments. This system caters to a diverse range of educational institutions, including schools, colleges, vocational training centers, and various workplace settings such as small businesses, offices, and factories. Its adaptability to distinct organizational requirements ensures its relevance and effectiveness across a broad spectrum of users. One of the distinguishing features of this system is its robust integration with databases. It enables efficient storage of attendance records and supports customizable report generation. This comprehensive data management capability ensures that attendance data is readily accessible for monitoring and analysis purposes, contributing to improved decision-making processes. Implementing this Haar Cascade-based attendance management system offers several significant benefits. It not only reduces the manual workload associated with attendance tracking but also minimizes errors, enhancing overall accuracy. The system's affordability and efficiency democratize attendance management technology, making it accessible to a broader audience. Consequently, it has the potential to transform attendance tracking and management practices, ultimately leading to heightened productivity and accountability. In conclusion, this system represents a groundbreaking approach to attendance tracking and management. By combining Haar Cascade, OpenCV2, and the NVIDIA Jetson Nano, it addresses the specific needs of educational institutions and workplaces, offering a cost-effective, efficient, and adaptable solution that has the potential to revolutionize attendance management practices.
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spelling doaj-art-d165acbde5964c74ace7c0e3595424cb2025-08-20T02:38:18ZengElsevierInternational Journal of Information Management Data Insights2667-09682024-11-014210025310.1016/j.jjimei.2024.100253Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognitionBao-Thien Nguyen-Tat0Minh-Quoc Bui1Vuong M. Ngo2University of Information Technology, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamUniversity of Information Technology, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamHo Chi Minh City Open University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Corresponding author.Haar Cascade is a cost-effective and user-friendly machine learning-based algorithm for detecting objects in images and videos. Unlike Deep Learning algorithms, which typically require significant resources and expensive computing costs, it uses simple image processing techniques like edge detection and Haar features that are easy to comprehend and implement. By combining Haar Cascade with OpenCV2 on an embedded computer like the NVIDIA Jetson Nano, this system can accurately detect and match faces in a database for attendance tracking. This system aims to achieve several specific objectives that set it apart from existing solutions. It leverages Haar Cascade, enriched with carefully selected Haar features, such as Haar-like wavelets, and employs advanced edge detection techniques. These techniques enable precise face detection and matching in both images and videos, contributing to high accuracy and robust performance. By doing so, it minimizes manual intervention and reduces errors, thereby strengthening accountability. Additionally, the integration of OpenCV2 and the NVIDIA Jetson Nano optimizes processing efficiency, making it suitable for resource-constrained environments. This system caters to a diverse range of educational institutions, including schools, colleges, vocational training centers, and various workplace settings such as small businesses, offices, and factories. Its adaptability to distinct organizational requirements ensures its relevance and effectiveness across a broad spectrum of users. One of the distinguishing features of this system is its robust integration with databases. It enables efficient storage of attendance records and supports customizable report generation. This comprehensive data management capability ensures that attendance data is readily accessible for monitoring and analysis purposes, contributing to improved decision-making processes. Implementing this Haar Cascade-based attendance management system offers several significant benefits. It not only reduces the manual workload associated with attendance tracking but also minimizes errors, enhancing overall accuracy. The system's affordability and efficiency democratize attendance management technology, making it accessible to a broader audience. Consequently, it has the potential to transform attendance tracking and management practices, ultimately leading to heightened productivity and accountability. In conclusion, this system represents a groundbreaking approach to attendance tracking and management. By combining Haar Cascade, OpenCV2, and the NVIDIA Jetson Nano, it addresses the specific needs of educational institutions and workplaces, offering a cost-effective, efficient, and adaptable solution that has the potential to revolutionize attendance management practices.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667096824000429Attendance management systemEmbedded computerFace recognitionHaar cascade classificationMachine learning
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Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
International Journal of Information Management Data Insights
Attendance management system
Embedded computer
Face recognition
Haar cascade classification
Machine learning
title Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
title_full Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
title_fullStr Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
title_full_unstemmed Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
title_short Automating attendance management in human resources: A design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
title_sort automating attendance management in human resources a design science approach using computer vision and facial recognition
topic Attendance management system
Embedded computer
Face recognition
Haar cascade classification
Machine learning
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667096824000429
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