Heat Mapping Desk Usage at a University’s Co-work Space
Optimus has become a core engine for a university’s co-work space to analyze their usage with resolution up to one minute.
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At InnoPort, The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s innovation hub, dedicated desks are offered for aspiring students and entrepreneurs. But such desks are in such a short supply. How can they ensure these premium resources are allocated to their best? They have turned to Optimus.
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Power Workplace has successfully deployed Optimus with battery powered LoRaWAN desk occupancy sensors. Central to this deployment was the introduction of a Modern Heat Map feature designed to provide deep insights into space utilization, enabling InnoPort to optimize workspace allocation effectively.
Implementation of the Heat Map
The Modern Heat Map, now available as part of the Optimus suite, visually represents the occupancy percentages for desks across a, displaying precise occupancy data for 36 desks. Colors range from light blue (low occupancy) to dark red (high occupancy), enhancing intuitive data interpretation.
Floor Plan
In addition to the heat mapping, a floor plan showing the live status of each desk provides the management team with live insights how the desks are used.
AI Summary
Insights matter. Our modern heat map comes with a commentary to provide such to the management for actions:
The unexpected weekend activity patterns identified through the Modern Heat Map warrant further investigation to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and potentially reconfiguring underused spaces for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
Benefits
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Enhanced Decision-Making: The visualization simplifies complex occupancy data, enabling quick, informed decision-making.
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Operational Efficiency: Real-time insights improve space utilization, ensuring resources align with actual usage trends.
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Future-Proof Planning: Historical data supports long-term strategic decisions, aiding in future expansions or reorganizations.
How Power Workplace Can Help
The Modern Heat Map by Optimus has significantly elevated InnoPort’s capacity to monitor, analyze, and optimize workspace utilization, aligning perfectly with their mission of fostering innovation and collaboration.