Pay attention to your sensors
Using sensor technology is a hot topic in the field of Facility Management. When installed and maintained correctly, sensors can provide organizations with information on buildings and…
Learn moreFred Guelen and John Miller of Planon Corporation Honored by Department of Defense
Planon Corporation honored by Department of Defense for Extraordinary Support of Employees who Serve in the MA National Guard and Reserve.
Read morePlanon Expands Seattle Office
Planon, the global leader in Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS), today announced that it has moved its Seattle. office to a larger location.
Read moreTales of IoT
IoT has many applications for all businesses and industries, however, new IoT solutions must be affordable and manageable within the context of buildings
Learn moreChanging rules for lease accounting – a bridge to a fair balance
New lease accounting standards under FASB and IASB will have big impacts on organizations requiring them to show more leasing contracts on the balance sheet,
Learn morePlanon Strategic Business Consultant Appointed OSCRE Vice Chairman
Planon announced that, David Karpook, Strategic Business Consultant, has been appointed Vice Chairman of the OSCRE International.
Read moreIs the Internet of Things a “game changer” for managing buildings and building-related installations?
IoT developments are making real-time measurement possible for facility managers, enabling immediate intervenion if the situation requires it.
Learn moreDoes the Generation Gap Really Exist in the Workplace?
A recent study on the impact of the arrival of a new generation of employees in the workplace suggests that this upcoming “app generation” will not connect well with…
Learn morePlanon Group Strengthens Market-Leading Position in Worldwide IWMS Market
The past year has again been highly successful for Planon. In 2015 they continued strong growth of the past 30 years, increasing its total revenues by 20%.
Read moreWhat real estate management and facility management can learn from marketing
Our entire market principle rests on two cornerstones: supply and demand. The place where these two meet is where economic transactions happen - and where we…
Learn moreAre you smarter than a smart meter?
The term "smart" implies more than just a connection and ability to collect and report data—it describes the capability of interpreting and adapting to data.
Learn morePlanon Named as a Representative Vendor in the 2016 Gartner Market Guide for IWMS
Planon announced it has been identified by Gartner, Inc. in its Market Vendor Guide as a representative vendor in the IWMS space.
Read moreDid Google really get it wrong? Workplace misery and other mishaps.
Open floor plans and flexible office concepts are not one-size-fits-all. It's important to note new ways of working require new management styles as well.
Learn moreThe student as an engaged stakeholder in facilities management
At a university, the importance of campus facilities is two-fold: it must attract new students to attend, and must also make students want to stay.
Learn moreHow can you benefit from BIM as a Facility Manager?
Both a BIM and IWMS systems use data for multiple processes throughout a building’s lifecycle. Facility and property managers are becoming increasingly interested in the benefits to maintenance and operations that integrating the two systems can bring.
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