Visitor Management
Precise Biometrics’ Security Business 2022 Examined
March 16th, 2023Overview of the Startup Landscape. Who is Gaining Traction?
February 23rd, 2023
SmartSpace Software 2022 Business Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the SmartSpace Software group, based on their trading update providing unaudited results for financial year ending 31 January 2023 and their investor conference of 9th February 2023. SmartSpace Software Plc is a UK-based provider of workplace management software for smart buildings and commercial spaces, with revenues under $10 million. The […]
Funding in the Smart Buildings Space Declined 11% in 2022
This Research Note highlights our analysis of funding levels raised by smart building established players and startups in 2022 from venture capital firms, private equity and strategic investors. Memoori has seen an 11% decrease in investment values compared to the record level of over $12 billion in 2021. Investment in the smart buildings space in […]
Mapping the Strategic Direction of Honeywell in the Smart Buildings Space – Part 2
This Research Note examines the emerging strategic priorities of Honeywell in the smart commercial buildings space. We have mapped M&A, divestments, strategic partnerships and investment activity to ascertain the growth ambitions of the company, by categorizing the various business relationships by technology and investment type over a 3-year period. This article, Part 2 of a 2-part analysis (Part 1 […]
Chinese Startups Addressing Digital Workplace Solutions for Commercial Real Estate
The digital workplace sector is a rapidly evolving market opportunity within commercial real estate. The market is in the early stages of maturity, having seen considerable activity over the past two years accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our new Digital Workplace report published this year forecasts that the the Asia region will enjoy the most impressive rise in digital […]
SmartSpace Software’s Strategic Move Leads to Visitor Management Platform Momentum
SmartSpace Software Plc is a UK based provider of workplace management software for smart buildings and commercial spaces. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market. In this Research Note, we examine the business, based on their trading updates and investor presentation of 17 February 2022 and their workplace management strategy. Revenue for the year […]
Influx of Capital from Private Equity Powers Hybrid Workplace Growth
Capital from Private Equity (PE) firms is powering the growth of workplace management software companies, as they redefine and augment their product offerings. Demand is accelerating for digital hybrid workplace concepts which have gained momentum during the pandemic as businesses balance working from home and the return to the office. COVID-19 has reshaped the way businesses think about their […]
The Buy and Build Strategy of Private Equity-Backed ACRE Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the acquisition strategy of ACRE, a Dallas, USA-based platform company backed by private equity capital. Founded to acquire, partner or invest in specialized players in the physical security industry, ACRE has become one of the largest independent providers of access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance, and communication networks in North […]
Access Control Technology Attracts Another Public SPAC Listing
In December 2020, Memoori posed the question “Will SPACs Offer an Alternative Exit Route for Companies in the Smart Buildings Space?”. The answer seems to be a resounding Yes! This research note highlights five of twelve SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) transactions in 2021, updating our view that this vehicle is gaining popularity as an alternative exit route. […]
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