Phunware Inc (NASDAQ:PHUN) revealed that it has joined the growing Siemens Connect Ecosystem, a network that brings together experts in software development, IT, cybersecurity, remote and digital services, and business intelligence.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with the Siemens Connect Ecosystem network to bring the power of our blue dot wayfinding technology to optimize smart buildings," said Phunware Chief Operating Officer Randall Crowder in a statement.
"Our Smart Workplace and Multi-Dwelling Unit solutions integrate seamlessly with the most advanced smart building ecosystems, and our partnership with Siemens represents a significant milestone in our vision to connect devices, enterprises, and people.”
Crowder added that Phunware is looking forward to “working closely” with Siemens and other Connect Ecosystems network experts to deliver value to its customers as they move towards smarter buildings and infrastructure.
The Siemens Ecosystem pulls together the tools, processes, training, and support necessary for third-party solution providers to successfully create solutions that integrate seamlessly with Siemens’ platforms, including its Building Management System Desigo CC, the APOGEE Automation System, and related platforms.
“As world events and the rapid evolution of technology are pushing the boundaries of smart buildings, a thriving partner ecosystem is extremely critical to innovate quickly, deliver value to customers, and enter new markets much faster,” said Rene Herrera, Head of Ecosystem and Development at Siemens Smart Infrastructure USA.
“While it is extremely difficult for any one company to deliver a solution that solves customers’ specific challenges, our Siemens Connect partners and domain expertise across industries allow us to co-innovate at a pace that exceeds customer needs and expectations.”
Phunware’s Smart Workplace and Multi-Dwelling Unit solutions empower building facilities and tenants to easily manage everything they do around a property from a single sign-on interface. Phunware integrates seamlessly with Siemens Connect Ecosystem to provide tenants, guests, facilities managers and owners access to all of the features and capabilities of Phunware’s feature-rich mobile application platform such as blue dot wayfinding, contactless digital access, facilities management, building health and information, safety and security alerts, tracking deliveries, viewing property maps, asset tracking, and geofence entry notifications.
The company said it is reimagining how companies engage in a mobile-first world by making interactions personal and relevant. Smart Building automation and management control can happen in real-time, day or night, by integrating Phunware with Siemens Connect Ecosystems.
Phunware, based in Austin, offers a fully integrated enterprise cloud platform for mobile that provides products, solutions, data and services for brands worldwide. The company’s Multiscreen-as-a-Service (MaaS) offerings, including engagement, management and monetization initiatives that helps brands create category-defining mobile experiences.
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