Although an IWMS+ is a relatively new technology that takes advantage of significant advancements in the cost and quality of sensors, it is built on a very mature technology, the integrated workplace management system (IWMS). This presents software implementation challenges as well as opportunities. Marrying the Old and the New One of the implementation challenges … Read more

One consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a surge in interest in air quality and comfort monitoring. With employees worried about possible viral exposure in the office, better understanding and communication about environmental conditions is becoming a key part of reassurance strategies. Likewise, many companies are investing in improvements in HVAC and filtering systems … Read more

So far in this blog series, we have focused on specific use cases of the IWMS+ platform, such as smart cleaning and reservations. Yet the value of IWMS+ isn’t just in its micro-applications. It also lies in its ability to support macro-applications like long-term strategic office space planning. IWMS platforms support the management of global … Read more

In last week’s blog post, we discussed the power of sensor data to unlock new room reservation features in a traditional IWMS. However, reservation systems – along with well-designed user touchpoints – are not just helpful for managing conference and meeting rooms. They are essential for making agile workplaces function effectively. As with room reservations … Read more

In its simplest form, a meeting room reservation system allows building users to select a given space and block it off for individual or group use for a certain amount of time. There are any number of ways this basic formula can be modified, often without the need to integrate sensors. Some sought-after features in … Read more

In the age of COVID-19 and “enhanced cleaning,” how and how often an organization cleans its facilities has drawn unprecedented levels of scrutiny. In March, Amazon announced that it had added over 5,700 janitorial staffers to its existing teams,1 while Marriott established a Global Cleanliness Council and rolled out hospital-grade disinfectants for cleaning across all of … Read more

In April of this year, Spacewell introduced the concept of “IWMS+” in an article we wrote for The Real Deal. Based on conversations we’ve had since then, we wanted to elaborate on what we mean by the term and how the combination of a traditional IWMS with IoT sensor technology can generate both short- and … Read more

The modern workplace is in upheaval. Social distancing, quarantines, and stay-in-place orders around the world are driving a shift towards remote work at an unprecedented scale. While many workers are finding ways to achieve productivity gains as they cut back on commuting, others struggle with distractions, connectivity problems, and a sense of isolation. It seems … Read more