In episode 379, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Dominique Burgauer, CEO at Archilogic, an industry-leader passionate about mapping the world’s interiors to make them more useful with an integrated suite of products that allows you to build apps, websites, and experiences. Mike asks Dom about why he believes that connectivity and interoperability in systems are essential for accelerating decision-making in the workplace. They discuss AI, worktech tools, and the importance of capturing the right data to deliver desired business outcomes. Breaking down silos and fostering collaboration across departments is paramount for CRE and facility management leaders hoping to bring frictionless experiences to their teams while creating a more productive built environment. Dom says that the best workplace technologies are those that are seamless and unnoticeable.
Agenda
- Dom shares the vision behind Archilogic, explaining how the company has spent over a decade building a system of record for spatial building data that helps organizations unlock the full potential of their floor plans
- Exploring the role of technology in the workplace. The conversation dives into how emerging technologies are transforming the way people interact with their work environments, emphasizing that the most effective solutions are those that operate seamlessly in the background
- Understanding the importance of connectivity and interoperability. Highlights why connected systems are essential for accelerating decision-making, showing how interoperability between tools and platforms can break down silos and create smarter workplaces
- Looking ahead to the future of facility management and AI. Mike and Dom discuss how artificial intelligence will reshape facility management, enabling leaders to make better, faster decisions while ensuring that buildings deliver maximum value to all stakeholders
- Practical advice for facility management and corporate real estate leaders. Guidance is offered for leaders evaluating new technologies, urging them to ask critical questions about integration, collaboration, and long-term impact when shaping the future of their organizations
What you need to know: Workplace takeaways
Takeaway 1: Connectivity and interoperability accelerate decision-making
Dom explains that the ability of systems to connect and share data is crucial for workplace leaders. Without interoperability, decision-making slows down and opportunities are missed.
“When you’re out in the market looking for new systems that help you meet your needs, ask how it connects to other systems.”
Takeaway 2: Archilogic provides a connected system of record
Archilogic helps organizations manage floor plans and spatial building data in a unified way. This connected approach ensures that buildings can deliver value to all stakeholders at any given time.
“We’re trying to get to a place where all buildings are the best possible version of themselves to all stakeholders at any given time.”
Takeaway 3: The best technology is invisible to the user
Dom emphasizes that the most effective technology is seamless, working in the background without disrupting the user experience.
“The best tech is the stuff you don’t even notice is there.”
Takeaway 4: Collaboration across silos unlocks the potential of AI
To fully realize the benefits of AI and other emerging technologies, leaders must foster collaboration across departments. This requires asking the right questions about how systems integrate and support broader organizational goals.
“Data is necessary. So that’s what our mission is and what we’ve been spending 11 years on.”
Workplace management insights
- Connectivity and interoperability are key to unlocking faster, smarter workplace decisions
- Facility management leaders should evaluate technology based on how well it integrates with other systems
- Seamless technology enhances user experience by working invisibly in the background
- Collaboration across silos is essential to harness the full potential of AI and new technologies
- Future-ready leaders will focus on connected systems, data-driven insights, and stakeholder value
Do a deep dive into more workplace insights by exploring all Workplace Innovator podcast episodes.
