The Future Beneath Your Feet: Flooring Sensors & Proptech

In this episode, Edward Wagoner sits down with Joe Scanlin to explore the foundational role of flooring sensors in the rapidly evolving world of Proptech. Scanlin explains how his background in neuroscience led to the creation of building "brains" that use surface-level data to solve complex challenges like HVAC modulation and unauthorized "tailgating" at security points. The discussion highlights the immediate return on investment found in energy reduction and the long-term value of post-occupancy data for creating neurodiverse and highly utilized workspaces. Listeners will learn how this Department of Energy-backed technology maintains strict data privacy while providing the high-resolution insights necessary to manage modern facilities as dynamic, responsive environments.  This episode is sponsored by TMA Systems! Discover more at https://www.tmasystems.com/ifmapodcast Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:58 - Defining Proptech Beyond the Buzzwords 03:12 - Top Challenges for Modern Facility Leaders 03:34 - ROI Through Energy Management and Occupant Comfort 04:46 - The Building Knows: Space Utilization Optimization 05:37 - The Science of Floor Sensors: Neuroscience to Smart Surfaces 06:55 - Beyond Movement: Detecting Leaks and Structural Issues 07:58 - Real World Application: HVAC Control and Energy Efficiency 09:23 - Streamlining Maintenance with Smart Data 09:59 - Case Study 11:13 - Augmenting the Facility Manager’s Role 12:56 - Safety, Senior Living, and Neurodiversity in Design 14:10 - Implementation Hurdles: Network Coordination and Integration 15:55 - Data Privacy: Preservation and Encryption Standards 17:11 - Future Outlook: The Next Decade of Smart Buildings    Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org