Spacewell Workplace (25.2)

Workplace for end users

The new Outlook Add-in available in the Microsoft App store: “Spacewell Room Finder 2.0”

Info

The new Room Finder 2.0 Outlook add-in is now officially available in the Microsoft App store — published alongside the original Room Finder. This allows admins and users to choose between the current and updated add-in, allowing them to transition at their convenience.

 

  • As an admin
  • I want to be able to choose between the original Room Finder and the new Room Finder 2.0 add-on
  • So that I can manage the transition smoothly and ensure compatibility with existing workflows

     

Info

Note

The original Room Finder will not be available anymore at start of 2026

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Benefits

  • Flexibility: Users can choose when to upgrade, allowing them to adapt to changes at their own pace
  • Compatibility: Ensures that both versions are available, reducing disruptions to existing workflows
  • Testing and Feedback: Allows for testing and feedback on the new version before fully transitioning

 

The new Add-in introduces a wealth of improvements inspired by customer feedback

  • Improved user-friendly design
  • Improved search accuracy, by providing extended filtering options of rooms by capacity, type, amenities and availability
  • Simplify multi-room meetings, by allowing to add multiple rooms across different buildings

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Configuration instructions

Click here for more details on Room Finder Add-in

 

Developed for

  • Asset
  • MCS

Support for Zoom meeting links

Info

We have enhanced the Exchange integration to automatically generate a Zoom meeting link for reservations made in Workplace, making it easier  to organize hybrid meetings.

 

  • As a meeting organizer
  • I want a Zoom meeting link to be added when I create a reservation from Workplace
  • So that I don’t have to manually add it afterwards and everyone can easily join the online meeting

     

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Benefits

  • Simplifies hybrid meetings by automatically adding a Zoom meeting link
  • Saves time by eliminating the need for manual Zoom meeting creation

 

Configuration instructions

Click here for more details on

 

Developed for

  • Asset
  • MCS

Spacewell app system requirements available online

Info

The Spacewell app system requirements are now published on our support portal at support.spacewell.com, making it easier than ever for customers to check compatibility—especially when bringing their own hardware.

Direct link to the app system requirements: https://support.spacewell.com/space/KB/1174732801/System+Requirements+for+Workplace+apps

 

  • As an admin
  • I want to access detailed system requirements for the Spacewell Apps
  • So that I can confidently purchase compatible hardware and optimize app performance

 

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Benefits

  • Enables informed hardware purchasing decisions
  • Ensures seamless app functionality and compatibility
  • Saves time and resources by avoiding hardware mismatches

 

Developed for

  • Asset
  • MCS

Workplace for real estate staff

Reservation Planning

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New dashboard for insight in upcoming reservations

 

  • As a meeting room admin
  • I want to
    • See a planning of upcoming reservations
    • And user booking patterns
  • So that I can fine-tune my booking policies

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Benefits

  • Gain insight in upcoming reservations: What – where – how long in advance
  • Who is making long-term or long recurring reservations (detect abuse)
  • Understand meeting room capacity needs
  • Take proactive actions to optimize the use of your meeting resources

 

Configuration instructions

Click here for more details

 

Developed for

  • Workplace

Reservation Insights

Info

Focus on actual use of meeting resources – new dashboard version

 

  • As a meeting room admin
  • I want to
    • See for each meeting resource
    • How it has been booked and how often
  • So that I can fine-tune my meeting resources

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Benefits

  • Have insight in effective reservations that took place: What – where – how long in advance
  • Excluding cancellations and no-shows
  • Understand meeting room capacity needs
  • Take proactive actions to optimize the use of your meeting resources

 

Configuration instructions

Click here for more details: Reservation Insights

 

Developed for

  • Workplace

Reservation dashboards matrix

Info

Different tools serve different use cases

Feature Aspect Reservation Planning Reservation Patterns Reservation Insights Space Monitor
Design goal Where to focus on

PEOPLE behaviour:

How spaces are scheduled 
to be used

PEOPLE behaviour:

How a spaces have 
been used

SPACE usage:

How spaces are used (PLANNED)

SPACE usage:

How spaces are used (ACTUAL)

Timeline Future What's coming      
  Past   What happened What happened What happened
  Time slices     Per hour/day Per hour/day
  Aggregated per day/week/month based on start date based on start date detailed detailed
Nr of reservations Total   ✓    
  Reserved ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
  Cancelled   ✓    
  No-shows   ✓    
Metrics Nr of reservations ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
  Nr of cancellations   ✓    
  Nr of no-shows   ✓    
  Reservation rate     ✓  
Sensor data Presence detection       ✓
  Headcount detection       ✓

 

Configuration instructions

Click here for more details: Dashboards

 

Developed for

  • Workplace

Workplace about IoT sensors and displays

LoRa Sensor Battery value available

Info

Customers can now independently manage LoRa sensor battery levels through downloadable data, enabling timely battery replacements and informed troubleshooting.

 

  • As a Facility Manager
  • I want to access the latest sensor battery level data through downloads and notifications,
  • So that I can schedule battery replacements efficiently and troubleshoot issues independently.

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Benefits

  • Independence in Sensor Management: Facility managers can manage sensor battery levels independently
  • Timely Maintenance: Access to battery level data allows for scheduling replacements before sensors go offline, reducing downtime.
  • Informed Troubleshooting: Notifications provide insights into sensor health, helping managers identify and resolve issues more effectively.

 

Configuration instructions

You can find LoRa Sensor Battery values in following locations:

 

Developed for

  • Asset
  • MCS

Workplace for system administrators

Early warning when capacity is almost reached

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We have expanded the automation rules for utilization, to not only support the full-capacity alert, but also an early warning when utilization is approaching the limit. This is done to support a more proactive approach to capacity management by alerting teams before full capacity is reached.

 

  • As a Facility Manager
  • I want to receive a warning when the occupancy is close to max capacity
  • So that I can take proactive measures before reaching maximum capacity.

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Benefits

  • Early action: Early warnings allow facility managers to act before reaching critical capacity levels
  • Reduced overcrowding: Helps prevent overcrowding by alerting managers when a lower threshold is reached, allowing them to adjust accordingly

 

Configuration instructions

Click here for more details on Automation repository

 

Developed for

  • Asset
  • MCS

Mark Your Calendar: End-Of-Support dates

Workplace Kiosk app

Date Event Title Notes
May 1st, 2025 Room Display for Windows Room Display for Android remains supported
May 1st, 2025 Room Display for iOS Room Display for Android remains supported
May 1st, 2025 Floor Kiosk for iOS Floor Kiosk for Android and Windows remains supported
Dec 31, 2026 Floor Kiosk for Windows side loading Floor Kiosk for Windows remains supported via Microsoft Appstore

Workplace Room Finder Add-on to Outlook

Date Event Title Notes
Dec 31, 2025 Room Finder Replaced by Room Finder 2.0

Workplace Hardware

Date Event Title Notes
May 1st, 2025 22”-32”-55” ELO Android backpack + ISeries Replaced by QBIC Box PC (+ ELO screens)
May 1st, 2025 TD-1050 Replaced by TD-1070 + TD-1070 Lite
Nov 1st, 2026 TD-1060 Replaced by TD-1070 + TD-1070 Lite

MCS apps

Date Event Title Notes
May 1st, 2025 MCS Meeting Room Display app Replaced by Workplace Kiosk app