The future of the workplace is smart, efficient, and connected—and Microsoft Places is ready to elevate the way we work. As we await its official release, early insights show it will be a game-changer for workplace management. But what if we told you it gets even better when paired with GoBright?
Let’s dive into how integrating Microsoft Places with GoBright can create the ultimate smart workplace and why it’s a win-win for businesses.
What Is Microsoft Places?
Microsoft Places is designed to help companies manage hybrid work environments more effectively by offering advanced desk and room booking, location sharing, and team guidance functionalities—all through Microsoft Teams. Using data from tools like Outlook and Teams, it provides features like Week Planner and smart booking suggestions, aimed at simplifying office logistics.
In short, Microsoft Places helps businesses optimise their office spaces, keeping them flexible and dynamic for today’s hybrid workforce.
Why Add GoBright to the Mix?
While Microsoft Places lays an excellent foundation, pairing it with GoBright brings a host of additional benefits that make workplace management more seamless and personalised. Here’s why integrating GoBright with Microsoft Places is the ideal solution for creating a fully-fledged smart office environment:
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Accessible and Cost-Effective Licensing
GoBright’s pricing model is refreshingly simple. Instead of charging per user, GoBright uses a price-per-room or desk model, making it more affordable, especially for larger teams. This structure ensures everyone in your organisation has access to smart workplace features without breaking the bank.
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Hardware That Makes a Difference
While Microsoft Places focuses on software, GoBright takes things up a notch with integrated hardware. With room panels, desk sensors, and occupancy displays, users can easily identify which spaces are reserved or available. This tangible touchpoint drives user adoption, making the workspace easier to navigate and manage.
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Complete Ecosystem Integration
From parking spaces to smart lockers, desks, and meeting rooms, GoBright offers a one-stop solution to manage every aspect of the office journey through a single app. Whether you’re finding a desk or booking a meeting room, the integration with Microsoft Teams and Outlook keeps everything in one ecosystem.
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Personalised Workspaces
One of GoBright’s standout features is its ability to personalise user experiences. For instance, the GoBright app can automatically adjust the height of your desk and tailor other settings to your preferences. It’s like having your own digital concierge that ensures you always work in your ideal setup.
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Data-Driven Decisions
Understanding how your office is being used is essential in a hybrid world. GoBright’s advanced analytics, integrated with Microsoft Power BI, give you actionable insights. Whether it’s desk utilisation or room occupancy, the data helps you make smarter decisions about space management, ensuring your office evolves with your company’s needs.
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Team Booking Made Easy
Microsoft Places offers team-based bookings, but GoBright extends this by allowing managers to book spaces for their entire teams in one go. This is perfect for those collaborative in-office days where everyone needs to be together.
The Best of Both Worlds
While Microsoft Places lays an excellent foundation, pairing it with GoBright brings a host of additional benefits that make workplace management more seamless and personalised. A desk or room booking solution does not constitute a full Smart Workplace Experience. Additional elements like wayfinding, digital signage, map screens and visitor management systems further enhance the smart office experience. Capturing accurate data on workplace usage is another critical angle to explore.
For businesses looking to create a truly smart, efficient, and engaging workspace, integrating Microsoft Places and GoBright together is the way forward. Whether you’re managing a large hybrid team or optimising office space usage, this dynamic duo ensures that every employee has access to the best workplace experience.