Buildings began as shelters and sanctuary. Be it from the elements, predators, or marauders. These structures provided protection from the outside world. It was this safety and security that allowed us to explore thoughts, ideas and creativity.
Many millennia later, technology has transformed these constructions into living entities that we communicate with, moulding and adapting to maximise our comfort. The lights adjust to our preferences. The air is just the right temperature. Our phone grants seamless access to the doors we need to pass through.
At Smart Spaces, we understand that fundamentally, these enhancements all build on one fundamental principle – safety. That’s the vision behind the partnership between Smart Spaces and Zinc Systems; a partnership designed to make buildings not just smarter, but safer.
Why this partnership matters
In an increasingly connected world, buildings should do more than just provide space – they should protect, empower, and enhance the experiences of those within them.
Smart Spaces has long been at the forefront of smart building technology, creating intuitive digital platforms that put control in the hands of occupants. From lighting and climate control to access and booking systems, Smart Spaces makes buildings work for people, not the other way around.
Zinc Systems is a powerhouse in critical event management. Their technology enables organisations to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies – from security threats to fire evacuations and everything in between.
By joining forces, Smart Spaces and Zinc Systems are creating a new benchmark for building intelligence. It’s about more than automation – it’s about resilience, security, and peace of mind.
What this means for buildings and their occupants
When technology blends seamlessly into our environment, we barely notice it. That’s how it should be. But when things go wrong, you need a system that reacts instantly to bring attention to where it’s needed most.
Instant emergency alerts
In an emergency, every second counts. With our integration, critical alerts reach the right people at the right time. Zinc’s platform automates security briefings, sharing them via the building’s Smart Spaces app. Tenants, employees, and visitors receive real-time notifications via mobile, ensuring that no one is left in the dark when it matters most.
Seamless contact synchronisation
Our integration automatically keeps contact information of building staff and occupiers up to date, ensuring that emergency communications reach the intended recipients.
Smarter, faster communications
Whether it’s a routine announcement or a high-stakes security update, clear, precise, and reliable communication is paramount. The Smart Spaces and Zinc Systems integration ensures that building managers can instantly communicate with all occupants, in real-time.
Enhanced security & compliance
Every interaction, piece of information shared, and security measure taken is designed to meet the highest compliance standards – ensuring that occupants remain safe without compromising privacy.
In an era where tenant expectations, operational efficiency, and risk management are under constant scrutiny, the ability to deliver a seamless yet secure environment is no longer optional – it is a necessity.
Historically, smart building technology has centred on convenience and efficiency – optimised climate control, frictionless access, and automated energy management. While these remain crucial, resilience and security must now take precedence. A building that is easy to navigate should also be equipped to safeguard its occupants in times of crisis.
Through this strategic partnership, Smart Spaces and Zinc Systems are redefining the role of the built environment. This is about intelligent, proactive risk mitigation – enabling buildings to not only respond to the needs of their users but to anticipate and neutralise potential threats before they escalate. For asset managers and building owners, this is the future of intelligent real estate – where innovation, security, and operational excellence converge.
About Smart Spaces
Smart Spaces is an award-winning developer of smart building software for global commercial real estate. Its Smart Building OS simplifies day-to-day operational management of buildings to boost energy efficiency and save cost, with its intuitive smartphone-based app enabling secure entry, desk and meeting room booking, parking or access to a host of other services. The business operates worldwide with over 100 million sq. ft. of global office space now managed through its software platform.
Founded in 2010, Smart Spaces is privately owned and headquartered in London. Its goal is to be the world’s leading smart building operating system for commercial real estate. Winners of the Santander Technology Business of the Year in 2023, a raft of prestigious projects in the UK now use its software which has put London centre stage of global smart building implementations.
About Zinc Systems
Zinc Systems is a trusted leader in critical event management, providing sophisticated, data-driven solutions that help organisations anticipate, respond to, and recover from security incidents, operational disruptions, and compliance challenges.
From incident response and mass communication to enterprise resilience strategies, Zinc Systems’ technology is built to safeguard people, assets, and reputations. By ensuring rapid, coordinated responses to emerging risks, Zinc Systems delivers operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and enhanced stakeholder confidence – all critical imperatives in today’s complex real estate and business landscape.
