Occupancy Analytics
Ricoh Workplace Experience Business Explored
February 18th, 2025Consolidation in the Smart Buildings Startups Space 2024
February 4th, 2025LMG: UK Smart Buildings Software & Services Provider Examined
In this Research Note, we examine LMG, the UK smart building solutions provider and systems integrator, based on their 2023 company accounts, filed earlier this year and the group’s recent strategies to meet the evolving needs of commercial real estate clients. LMG Profile Founded in 1986 and based in London, UK, LMG provides services for […]
Acuity Brands Intelligent Spaces Business & FY2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the development of Acuity Brands Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG) and its FY2024 financial results, y/e 31st August 2024. Our analysis is based on the 1st October 2024 news release, presentation, and transcripts of quarterly earnings calls throughout the fiscal year. We also examine Distech Controls’ position in the French […]
How Close are we to Realizing AI’s Potential for HVAC Optimization?
Globally, only a very small percentage of commercial buildings operate fully integrated, AI-driven, autonomous energy management for HVAC optimization. Our new research estimates that a significant percentage of commercial buildings have no HVAC control whatsoever, while the rest of the market is divided between rule-based control, preset algorithms, and predictive functions, to varying degrees. Together, […]
The Dashboard is Dead… Long Live the AI Assistant
AI assistants are becoming pervasive across many software applications. It’s easy to forget that the ChatGPT chatbot developed by OpenAI only launched less than two years ago (November 30th 2022). Since then, numerous iterations, developers, and applications have emerged, reimagining how we can interact with information systems. All of a sudden, the popular “Single Pain […]
Haltian IoT Business & 2023 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Haltian, the Finnish developer of IoT hardware and software solutions for the built environment. This analysis, updating our June 2022 article on Haltian, focuses on the company’s recently launched products and solutions, its financial performance between 2020 and 2023, funding, and deployments. Founded in 2012, they are headquartered in […]
Cisco Spaces Platform Examined 2024
This Research Note examines Cisco Spaces, formerly known as DNA Spaces, a cloud-based platform that leverages Cisco network infrastructure and collaboration devices to provide occupancy analytics and indoor location intelligence for building operations. Cisco Spaces Value Proposition By utilizing infrastructure such as Cisco Meraki, Webex, and Catalyst hardware, enterprises can make buildings smarter, at a […]
What’s Behind the Acquisition of NFS Technology by Korbyt?
This Research Note examines what’s behind Korbyt’s latest move to acquire NFS Technology. We review the deal in the context of the workplace experience and resource scheduling software sectors, highlighting the strategic rationale for the acquisition and assessing the market trends and consolidation in the overall workplace technology market. Korbyt Korbyt is a Texas-based SaaS […]
Schneider Electric Takes Controlling Stake in IWMS Vendor Planon
This Research Note examines Schneider Electric’s agreement to increase its ownership in Planon to a controlling stake of 80%, announced in Schneider Electric’s Half Year 2024 financial results on 31st July 2024. Transaction Details On July 30, 2024, Schneider Electric signed an agreement to increase its ownership of Planon to a controlling stake of 80%. […]