Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad, Author at Spacewell

A Practical Guide to EU Compliance and Asset-based Maintenance Planning

EU Asset-based Maintenance Planning Guide

Across Europe, workplace and building compliance is becoming harder to manage not simply because there are more obligations, but because those obligations sit across several layers. Some requirements come from EU directives and regulations, while others are shaped by national law, technical standards, insurers, and local enforcement practice. For organisations operating across multiple countries, that … Read more

Spacewell featured in Verdantix’s 2026 Buyer’s Guide for Building Maintenance Management Software

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

We are excited to share that Spacewell Asset has been featured in Verdantix’s Buyer’s Guide: Building Maintenance Management Software (2026). In the guide, Verdantix highlights Spacewell’s approach to turning standardized building condition assessments into prioritized, multi-year maintenance plans. By connecting on-site inspection findings, asset condition and risk information with maintenance and investment planning, Spacewell helps … Read more

Common non‑compliances that cause facilities management audits to fail

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

In facilities and asset management, most organisations do not fail audits because they ignore regulations. They fail because small gaps accumulate over time in ways that are hard to spot when everything lives in spreadsheets and paper logbooks. The organisations that consistently pass audits are not necessarily the ones with fewer issues on the ground. … Read more

How Nordic building owners can prepare for stricter energy rules

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

Energy performance is moving higher up the agenda across the Nordics. While the exact regulations, thresholds, and implementation paths vary by country, the overall direction is clear: building owners are under growing pressure to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and show measurable progress over time. For many organizations, that creates a challenge that goes beyond compliance … Read more

From GACS compliance to energy performance: why one system is not enough

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

GACS compliance is becoming an urgent priority for owners and operators of large non-residential buildings in the Benelux. And the pressure goes beyond installing a control system. Many organizations are now trying to understand what else they need to make energy performance visible, measurable and easier to improve over time. A Building Automation and Control … Read more

Accessibility Improvements at Spacewell (WCAG 2.2)

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

Business people working in modern office

Accessibility is no longer an abstract topic in digital product development. For many organisations, it has become a practical requirement when selecting and using software. Users work in different ways, rely on different tools, and expect interfaces that support those differences. At Spacewell, WCAG 2.2 accessibility is an important part of how we design and improve our … Read more

Facility management finally reaches the boardroom

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

Facility management is playing an increasingly important role within organizations. What was once often seen as a supporting function is now more frequently viewed as a strategic discipline that directly influences cost management, sustainability, and the employee experience. In a recent publication in Knack magazine, a Belgian publisher of sector-focused publications and business content, this … Read more

AI in Energy Management: Turning Data into Action

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a buzzword across almost every industry. But beyond the hype, it is quietly transforming the way we monitor and control our buildings. In energy management, AI is not about replacing human expertise; it’s about enhancing it, turning complex data into clear insights that help organisations save energy, … Read more

Turning Efficiency Into Evidence: Why Spacewell Energy Is the Key to M&V and IPMVP

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

Energy efficiency projects only deliver real value when their savings can be quantified in a way that both boards and banks trust. Measurement & Verification (M&V), and in particular the International Performance Measurement and Verficiation Protocol (IPMVP), is what turns a “good story” about efficiency into an investable, auditable asset class. Yet for most organisations, … Read more

Spacewell Earns EcoVadis Committed Badge

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

We are proud to share that Spacewell has been awarded the EcoVadis Committed badge, recognizing our ongoing dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices. Click here to view our recognition certificate. EcoVadis is a globally recognized sustainability assessment platform that evaluates companies across four key areas: Environment, Labor and Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement, … Read more

Mavorest scales up its workplace with Spacewell Asset and Workplace

by Ana Sofia Barrera Abisad

Mavorest scales up its workplace with Spacewell Workplace and Asset

Mavorest is writing an exciting new chapter in its growth story. As a specialist in CAFM and digitalization, the company has outgrown its current space and is now moving into a larger office in Münster, Germany. This milestone reflects their ambition and the trust their customers place in them, and it is also a proud … Read more