eekhoe

eekhoe is a cloud-based networking platform that is radically reshaping the world of business cards.

About half of the greenhouse effect is caused by CO2 and this impacts global warming. Forest trees act as Earth’s natural CO2 sink, alleviating this effect.
However, trees are destroyed in the production of printed business cards.

One of the main thrust behind our invention is to contribute towards drastically reducing the carbon footprint by encouraging technology deployment and eliminate the need for printed business cards, saving forest trees globally. Migrating 100 employees onto a digital platform saves a tree annually (Note: A mature tree absorbs about 20kg/45lbs of CO2 per year)
While eekhoe transforms the custom of business card exchange, it also strives to preserve timeless, endeared elements of the ritual invented in the 15th century by the Chinese.


This invention addresses
Simplified and Optimised User Experience
the business card ritual involving meet & greet, exchange, store, manage can all be accomplished with a single scan. Information is immediately ready for use.
exchange and receive crisp, undamaged cards every time.
on demand card availability, so users can network effortlessly anytime, anywhere with anyone.
unique Rolodex UI, immersive & interactive visual when accessing contacts from phone
your consent is required each time before your card is shared by any of your contacts with unknown 3rd party
all your contacts are immediately updated of changes made to your card details
share your details with your existing phone contacts, and invite new contacts seamlessly via social media

Environmental
completely eliminates the need for printing hence zero wastage plus no further need for card accessories e.g. card holders/cases and boxes
exchanged details remain in secure cloud environment and addresses the issue of discarded or unused cards …. It is estimated that close to 90% of all cards exchanged end up in the trash bin eventually, further contributing to greenhouse effects.
users no longer required to bring back exchanged cards to scan and keep (additional effort) or discard cards completely or kept in physical storage-limited card boxes, which eventually needs to be replenished

Company Branding
enhance your Brand when you take simple and affirmative steps to reduce your company's carbon footprint, and immediately create awareness on your company's environmental sustainability and digitalization drive
eliminates non-compliance to global guidelines due to printer capability and local nuances.
reduces the number of contact points (printers, internal staff) when managing brand changes, eekhoe offers a global SPOC. Timing of change can be managed internationally.
better oversight on unauthorised changes to card details

Procurement Efficiency and Elimination of Wastage
eliminates lead time needed for creation of each business card, printing, re-printing due to card detail changes or replenishing.
no additional cost for purchase of card carry cases/holders, and storage boxes. Hidden cost associated with re-printing (replenishment or staff attrition) and changes in card details is eliminated.
from multiple printers globally to a single authorised channel
user details, authorised by company, may be changed/amended at no extra cost leading to zero wastage

Human Resources : Privacy, Security & Fraud Prevention
employee information is managed and processed via eekhoe instead of engaging multiple touch points internationally. This prevents data being procured by professional career agents or competitors.
disavowed employees will no longer have access to their business cards – business cards are company assets
potential fraud and identify theft can be prevented, reducing company exposure to unnecessary liability and litigation