This document discusses advancements in face detection and recognition technologies for embedded systems, highlighting the challenges and importance of power efficiency in always-on applications. It details a phased approach to processing that utilizes both low-power and high-performance processors to optimize energy consumption while meeting real-time requirements. The solution leverages Synopsys DesignWare IP, particularly the ARC EM and ARC EV7x processors, to achieve effective face detection and recognition capabilities.