We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. If you do not accept cookies, some functionality of this site may be limited
WeWork sits on the ledge between being an overvalued real estate player, and being one of the key driving forces for an innovation-focused movement that is redefining the way companies and workers operate. However, recent deals may mark a turning point, allowing the firm to develop resilience while also supporting its primary vision. Critics say WeWork’s success and failure are too dependant on startup and gig economy development, but as long as those cultures continue to emerge WeWork is positioned to be at the heart of “work” in the future. That’s why an office real estate play can reach such a lofty valuation. “These new agile ways that occupiers are taking up space in the major cities around the world have given rise to the co-working phenomenon, which has been one of the biggest trends in real estate over the last couple of years,” explains our recent report StartUps and their Impact on Smart Buildings […]
Stay ahead of the pack
with the latest independent smart building research and thought leadership.
This Research Note explores what’s behind Yardi Systems’ recent acquisitions of Hubble and Deskpass in the coworking sector. We focus on Yardi’s strategic rationale for acquiring these two firms, the company’s prior acquisitions in the sector, and the current state of coworking in the office market. Yardi Profile Founded in 1984 by Anant Yardi and […]
In this Research Note, we examine UrbanChain, a Manchester, UK-based startup recently named the 3rd fastest-growing UK technology company by Deloitte. The company is positioned as a provider of peer-to-peer energy services, enabling the rollout of renewable energy in commercial and industrial facilities to happen much faster. We review the company’s growth, external funding, and […]
In this Research Note, we examine Wavelynx Technologies, a Broomfield, Colorado-based vendor providing mobile-first identity and access control solutions. We take an in-depth look at the origins of the firm, its product portfolio, ownership, growth, regional expansion, and recent partnerships. Wavelynx Origins Wavelynx Technologies was founded in 2013 by Hugo Wendling, who had co-founded XceedID […]
Subscribe to the Newsletter & get all our Articles & Research Delivered Straight to your Inbox.
We could not sign you up to the newsletter. An error occured: {{message}}.
We've signed you up!
