Using trustworthy utilization data to drive workplace decisions

client bio

Herman Miller is a globally recognized furniture company known for innovative office chairs, desks, and modern designs. They partner with businesses to create functional, comfortable, and inspiring workspaces.

Industry:
Manufacturing
Herman Miller’s patented Space Utilization Service helps organizations optimize office space by analyzing occupancy data. Atomic Object developed a custom wireless data collection system that powers the service.
8
Atoms
worked together on this project
6
Years
average team-member experience
100
Percent
team members based in U.S.A.
100
Percent
hold at least an undergraduate degree

Client Outcomes

“Now, rather than reporting whether space is being used four times a day by someone walking through the room, the mote will continually gather information and send reports to a database every 10 minutes.”

Todd Thompson, Advanced Development Manager

Automated, Accurate, and Scalable Wireless Data Collection

The system gathers data from Motes attached to office furniture, aggregates and compresses it via custom gateway devices, and transmits it to a central database. A custom web application allows clients to monitor and analyze space utilization trends. This patented solution enables organizations to optimize their work environments through precise, data-driven insights.

Project deliverables
Custom Wireless Data Collection System
Web App for Data Monitoring and Analysis
Embedded Firmware for Data Transmission
Gateway Devices with Custom RF Protocol
System Architecture and Software Development

Technical Innovation

See how our development team implemented this project's requirements.
tech stack
Ruby on Rails
Ruby on Rails
Ruby
Ruby
Java
Java
Maven
Maven
CMock/Unity
CMock/Unity
SQLite
SQLite
platforms

web

mobile

desktop

embedded

cloud

Custom Wireless Protocol for Efficient Data Transmission

Developed a proprietary RF protocol that reduces bandwidth usage and minimizes data collisions, ensuring reliable and efficient communication between Motes and gateway devices.

Intelligent Data Aggregation and Compression

Designed gateway devices to error-correct, aggregate, and compress high-volume data, optimizing transmission over RF and cellular networks to minimize latency and power consumption.

Scalable Web Application for Real-Time Insights

Built a JRuby on Rails web application deployed on IBM Websphere, enabling users to visualize and analyze workspace occupancy data through an intuitive interface.

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out of 5 rating on Clutch.co
24+
Years in business
300+
Products built for clients
200+
Custom Software Clients
4
Regional offices to serve U.S. clients
100+
Full-time, U.S. - based consultants