How SmartViz optimised space utilisation at the University of Southampton
Background The COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to universities, disrupting traditional ways of teaching, learning, and research. Southampton University was one of the seven major UK and Irish universities that used SmartViz to support reopening for over 200,000 students during Covid and beyond. Challenge Lack of data and insights: The university did not have access […]
How SmartViz helped Royal United Hospital (RUH) improve outpatient department operations, enhance patient experience and maximise space utilisation.
Background Royal United Hospital Bath was working on a large project to reconfigure its estate. Challenge As part of this project they faced several challenges, including: Lack of data and insights: The hospital lacked detailed data and insights on how their outpatient departments were being utilised, which made it difficult to optimise space utilisation and […]
How SmartViz helped Vodafone cut multi-million dollar costs while improving space utilisation, employee productivity, and staff collaboration.
Background Vodafone has a large and diverse global portfolio of over 3,000 offices, call centers, retail stores, and data centers. With increasing energy costs and changing employee behaviour, managing utilisation effectively is increasingly difficult. Challenge Vodafone were looking for an innovative property management and workplace management solution to save costs and improve user experience globally. […]
Transforming Cardiff Met’s campus space management with IoT sensors, occupancy analytics and digital twins
Background Cardiff Metropolitan University, located in Cardiff, Wales, serves around 12,500 students across Cyncoed and Llandaff campuses. Known for its commitment to environmental sustainability, Cardiff Met has earned accolades for its efforts towards net zero carbon emissions. Challenge With increasing demand for teaching and social spaces, the university considered a multi-million-pound construction masterplan. However, new […]
Smarter Spaces, Happier People: How Barnsley Council Transformed Buildings with Smart Tech for Comfort & Sustainability
Background Barnsley Council in South Yorkshire manages municipal buildings, including offices, libraries, and cultural sites, vital for public services. With changing workforce patterns and stricter environmental targets, the Council needed a smarter approach to building management. Challenge Manual audits and anecdotal data led to inefficiencies in space usage and decision-making. Many offices were underused, wasting […]
