Creating Smarter Spaces
Creating Smarter Spaces
The definitive podcast at the forefront of the smart buildings and smart workplaces revolution, exploring the powerful intersection of tech…
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Creating Smarter Spaces

The definitive podcast at the intersection of people, place, and technology. Helping corporate real estate, facilities management, and workplace technology professionals design, build, and operate smart buildings and smart workplaces for a more connected and efficient future

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Sept. 3, 2024

A Call for the Demise of the Employee Badge

In this month's episode, Michael is calling for the demise of the Employee Badge and Access Card. It's a tool that has been around for over 30 years but might have outlived its usefulness. Host Michael Przytula argues that n…
Aug. 6, 2024

Creating Healthy Workplaces with Liam Bates of Kaiterra

In this insightful episode we dive into Creating Healthy Workplaces and the critical importance of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and its impact on workplace environments with our guest, Liam Bates, CEO of Kaiterra. As organizatio…
July 9, 2024

How to make your Room or Desk Booking Deployment a Success

In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of room and desk check-in automation in corporate office environments and why they are a critical element in the success of your book or desk booking deployment. Discov…
June 4, 2024

How to Drive Workplace Wellness with Technology

In this insightful episode of Creating Smarter Spaces, host Michael Przytula challenges listeners to rethink their approach to designing healthy workplaces to drive workplace wellness initiatives. Michael explores how levera…
May 7, 2024

Building Rating Systems and What's Wrong with Them

In this episode, Michael delves into the world of building rating systems and workplace awards, spurred by a recent report he encountered. He explores the nuances of these systems, particularly focusing on the disconnect bet…
April 2, 2024

Workplace Digital Signage - Propaganda Machine or Productivity Tool?

In this episode we explore the evolution of workplace communications, the role of digital signage in successful information dissemination and how to get the most value out of your digital signage deployment in your workplace…
March 5, 2024

How to Optimize Energy and Air Quality with Smart HVAC

In this episode I sit down with James Palmer , the Head of Energy and Building Sustainability at Metrikus , to unravel the evolution of HVAC technology in our workplaces. Episode Highlights: Historical Evolution : HVAC syste…
Feb. 6, 2024

Are Your ESG Goals a Game?

In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to achieving your ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals: gamification. Imagine if your ESG objectives became a game everyone in your office eagerly participated …
Jan. 2, 2024

Learning from Disney and Marriott's Mobile App Challenges in Smart Environments

In this episode we'll examine Disney and Marriott, two industry leaders known for effectively integrating the digital and physical worlds to elevate guest satisfaction. I share two recent instances of subpar experiences with…
Dec. 6, 2023

Measuring Return to Office Policy Compliance

In this episode, Michael Przytula takes us on a journey through the complexities of enforcing and measuring Return to Office (RTO) mandates in modern corporate environments. Beyond mere surface-level considerations, we explo…
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Reviews

Happy Birthday! Creating Smarter Space

"I've been a subscriber to this podcast for a year now and always enjoy the insights Michael shares in each 30-minute episode. It's the definitive podcast at the intersection of technology, innovation…"

SabrinaT83 | July 22, 2024

Sr. CRE Business Partner

"Always walk away from Michael's podcast with new insights that help inform our CRE Digital Transformation Journey at Rogers Communications!"

Brian Aman | July 23, 2024

Up to date and informative

"I really enjoy listening to Michael's podcast. A quick and easy way to get up to speed on industry insights and, importantly, gain an independent perspective from what industry big wigs/service provi…"

Ryan Mitchell | May 28, 2024

Quick & insightful!

"I enjoyed the digital signage episode! Had some great info I could take away, mostly the suggestion of having multiple information sources feeding into it and making it easier to curate content."

Derek | April 8, 2024

Great content!

"The workplace industry needs more forward thinkers like Michael! Amazing content and ideas you provide along the episodes. Keep it up!"

Fonzie Pinheiro | Jan. 14, 2024

Learn A Lot In Less than 20 Mins

"Michael brilliantly unifies the realms of workplace technology, facilities management, and corporate real estate making complex interconnections feel like common sense. This is a must listen for prof…"

S.s.abraham | Jan. 2, 2024

Add to your Workplace podcast list

"Been listening to Michael Przytula’s “Creating Smarter Spaces” podcasts and it on my list of ritual podcast I listen to. Great insights - highly recommended!"

Brian Aman | Oct. 3, 2023

A Breath of Fresh Air in this Crowded Landscape

"I’m a Gen Z’er listener and haven’t worked in offices for very long, but Michael is able to precisely pinpoint the problems and solutions that come with post-pandemic office technology and design. Th…"

Mathulla | Oct. 3, 2023

An exciting journey for real estate and workplace enthusiasts

"Michael’s podcast is a captivating journey that educates, inspires, and sparks meaningful conversations. It’s a testament to his talent as a host and storyteller, and I highly recommend it to anyone …"

explosive0 | June 18, 2023

Captivating and educational!

"Michael is a well known and respected thought leader in this space with years of first-hand experience enhancing the environment for major corporations by means of technology and design. I highly rec…"

christiananiki | July 30, 2023
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Recent Blog Posts

Facial Recognition vs. Facial Authentication: Key Differences for Corporate Office Access

As workplaces evolve into smart, connected environments, digital access is becoming a topic of frequent discussion, as organizations attempt to improve both security and employee experience.  Facial recognition and facial authentication are inc…

5 ways to make Room and Desk Booking a Success

Putting in a room or desk booking system is only part of the journey to reducing your workplace floorspace, improving your space utilization, and increasing employee satisfaction. Implementing the system is no small feat, but the bigger challenge us…

Unlocking Workplace Potential: Using Data to Drive Positive Change

Designing a workplace that truly supports the well-being of employees is a challenging but crucial task. Many of us believe we're creating healthy environments that unlock workplace potential, but are we really leveraging all the tools at our dispos…
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About the Host

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Michael Przytula

Michael has spent more than 25 years helping workforces of major companies around the world change the way they work through the implementation of constantly evolving, innovative technologies. A recognized thought leader on the merger between people, places and technology, he has an ultimate passion for making workforces more efficient and effective through the application of technology, either to how they do their work or to the environment in which they do it.

He is the host of Creating Smarter Spaces, the only podcast dedicated to helping innovative Corporate Real Estate, Facilities Management and Technology Executives apply technology to the spaces they create, places they manage and people they serve.

Michael received the Luminary Award from CoreNet Global in 2022 and was named in the Top 100 Unified Communications Influencers of 2023.