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Release v3.3.2 – 25th March 2026
Whats Changed? Room groups & multi-room booking Managing larger meetings and flexible spaces just got easier. With Room Groups, you can now group rooms together…
Release v3.3.1 – 11th March 2026
Live hot water temperature insights UMA can now visualise hot water temperature data collected from Quandify CubicMeter sensors. This capability supports estates and facilities teams…
What are Hot Desks?
The modern workplace has changed significantly over the past decade. With hybrid working, flexible schedules, and remote teams now commonplace, many organisations are rethinking how…
What Are Smart HVAC Systems and Why Do They Matter?
Are you looking for smarter ways to enhance your building's HVAC performance? Discover the power of occupancy-based control, a game-changing approach that optimizes energy efficiency…
Why Smart Lighting Control Should Be the First Step in Your Smart Office Strategy
Are you looking for smarter ways to enhance your building's HVAC performance? Discover the power of occupancy-based control, a game-changing approach that optimizes energy efficiency…
Booking a Meeting Room Shouldn’t Be This Hard
Are you looking for smarter ways to enhance your building's HVAC performance? Discover the power of occupancy-based control, a game-changing approach that optimizes energy efficiency…
Optimising HVAC Performance with Occupancy-Based Control
Are you looking for smarter ways to enhance your building's HVAC performance? Discover the power of occupancy-based control, a game-changing approach that optimizes energy efficiency…
The Future of Hybrid Working: Embracing Desk Hotelling for the Modern Hybrid Workforce
In the rapidly evolving landscape of work, the hybrid model has emerged as a dominant force, reshaping how businesses operate and how employees engage with…
HVAC Optimisation with Occupancy Sensors
In the ever-evolving landscape of building management, efficiency and sustainability are at the forefront of every building engineer’s mind. One of the most significant areas…