In a strategic move set to capitalize on the explosive growth in hybrid work solutions, workplace management innovator Maptician has achieved certification for Crestron’s scheduling devices. This partnership comes at a crucial time, as research from Global Workplace Analytics shows that 56% of the U.S. workforce has a job compatible with remote work, and companies are racing to optimize their office spaces for the hybrid era.
“The workplace is experiencing its most dramatic transformation in a century,” says AshLea Allberry, COO of Maptician. “Our certification with Crestron isn’t just about technology integration – it’s about creating seamless experiences for employees who move fluidly between home and office environments. This collaboration represents a significant leap forward in making hybrid work truly work.”
The certification, completed through Crestron’s rigorous third-party testing process, enables Maptician’s workplace management platform to integrate with Crestron’s enterprise-grade touch screens and scheduling devices. This integration comes as organizations worldwide grapple with optimizing their real estate investments—a particularly timely solution given that JLL Research reports that 77% of CRE leaders believe making their offices more suitable for hybrid collaboration is crucial for attracting talent.
Bob Bavolacco, Crestron’s Director of Technology Partnerships, highlights the strategic timing: “Workplace reservation solutions have seen unprecedented demand as organizations strive to create premium environments for hybrid employees. Maptician’s innovative approach to workplace management, now paired with Crestron’s enterprise-grade hardware, offers organizations the sophisticated tools they need to thrive in this new era of work.”
Benefits of Workplace Management
Workplace management has seen significant innovation as hybrid working models have driven new working styles and technology adoption. Businesses have been forced into reassessing their office building needs and plan their office spaces to encourage more collaborative and flexible working patterns.
Other improvements include:
- Improved employee engagement: Creating a positive work environment can help attract and retain top talent
- Increased productivity: Using scheduling technology and automation can help improve workflow and efficiency
- Reduced costs: Optimizing space use can help minimize rent expenses or unneccesary upgrades to meeting rooms
Take a look at our Top Workplace Management Vendors for a closer look at the ecosystem.
The partnership will expand to include additional certifications for Crestron’s desk scheduling solutions, providing organizations with comprehensive tools to optimize their workplace environments. This development is particularly significant as companies seek to understand better and manage their space utilization.
The resulting platform simplifies workplace management and provides actionable analytics to help IT and AV teams make strategic decisions about space utilization and employee experiences.
The collaboration between Maptician and Crestron represents more than just a technical integration – it’s a response to the fundamental shifts in how we work and how organizations manage their spaces. As companies adapt to hybrid work models, this partnership provides the tools to create more efficient, flexible, and employee-centric workplaces.
Sustainability Still Top of Mind
At the end of 2024 Crestron proved its commitment to sustainable practices in AV by earning the highly regarded SAVe certification for its commitment to sustainable practices in audiovisual (AV) production, deployment, and management.
Sustainability in AV (SAVe), a U.S.-based organization focused on rallying the AV industry to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has officially recognized Crestron as SAVe Certified. This certification highlights Crestron’s dedication to environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
