Technology

Introducing elumo by essensys: The meeting room experience reimagined

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2 years ago

March 10, 2025

NEW YORK, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — essensys, a leading provider of digital experience (DX) software and technology for the commercial real estate industry, has announced the launch of elumo, a dynamic bookings and access solution that redefines the meeting room experience.

elumo is an integrated hardware and software solution, created from the ground up and designed for today’s world of flexible space and hybrid work. Leveraging the power, security and convenience of mobile wallet technology, elumo completely reimagines access to – and the use of – meeting spaces.

Converging bookings, access and intelligence, elumo transforms the user experience, maximizes revenues, and gives operators a deep understanding of the relationship between their users and the spaces they occupy.

“elumo is a paradigm shift, disrupting how landlords and operators of shared, multi-tenant offices manage and monetize their spaces,” said Mark Furness, CEO of essensys. “Meeting rooms should be the most profitable inventory but managing them is a major challenge that affects both experience and revenue. By combining dynamic booking, seamless access, and real-time intelligence, elumo is a powerful solution that helps optimize demand and maximize revenue potential.”

Businesses of all sizes worldwide are rethinking the way they work, moving away from traditional five-day models and opting for flexible workspaces. With this change, many occupiers are now relying on meeting rooms and collaboration spaces on specific days when attendance peaks.

But managing these shared, bookable spaces is a huge pain point. When they are left unlocked and freely available, even with a bookings system in place, users ‘squat’ in them without a reservation. If they are locked, users get frustrated when they can’t quickly gain access to them. Landlords and operators are forced to compromise between experience and revenue.

Until now…

Meet elumo
elumo provides a brand-new way to manage and monetize bookable space. An integrated software and hardware solution that converges bookings, access and intelligence for the first time. Designed for today’s world of flexible space and hybrid work, elumo completely reimagines access to and use of meeting spaces – transforming the user experience and maximizing revenues.

Book, Charge, Access. With a Single Tap.
Leveraging the power, security and convenience of mobile wallet technology, elumo allows users to instantly book and access meeting rooms, with a simple tap of their phone on the elumo Reader. From “tap” to “booked and unlocked” takes less than half a second. Whether looking for a room for an impromptu meeting, or scheduling a booking in-advance, elumo dynamically assigns all meeting attendees with the right permissions – providing the right users with access to the right spaces at the right times.

ROI in days, not years.
A meeting room should be one of, if not, the most profitable spaces in office inventory. However, today their revenue potential is not being realized. elumo allows every meeting space to be monetized instantly, delivering measurable returns in days. Additionally, operators can scale their meeting room inventory on-demand, turning vacant office space into revenue-generating assets. Instead of waiting weeks or months for a new tenant, these spaces can now be immediately commercialized.

Solving for today. Ready for tomorrow.
Designed for today’s flexible spaces, elumo provides real-time intelligence on the way your spaces are being used, and by who – giving operators a deep understanding of the relationship between their users and spaces. elumo is equipped with future-ready capabilities, built to evolve, adapt and unlock new opportunities for landlords and operators.

elumo – available from March 5, 2025 – is technologically and commercially disruptive, and solves one of commercial real estates’ biggest pain points today.

To watch a short video to see how elumo revolutionizes access and meeting space management using the power of mobile wallet technology, click here

To learn more, visit: www.essensys.tech/elumo

About essensys:

Founded in 2006 and listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM Market, essensys is a leading global provider of software and technology to the commercial real estate industry.

Partnering with many of the world’s leading landlords and flexible workspace operators, essensys delivers innovative digital experience (DX) solutions that drive occupancy, maximise yield and reduce operating costs. Its flagship products, essensys Platform and elumo, solve the complex challenges of managing physical and digital access in dynamic multi-tenant environments, while delivering data-driven space utilisation insights and transformative digital experiences.

With a focus on Access, Intelligence & Experience, essensys’ products enable real estate leaders to unlock the full potential of their portfolios in today’s flexible, hybrid world while ensuring they stay ahead in an era of dynamic workplace evolution.

Media Contact:

Melanie Frenkel
Public Relations on behalf of essensys
Melanie@siganturepublicrelations.com
760-421-7719

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Technology

America’s Largest Political Group Is Getting Its Own Election Night

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39 minutes ago

October 26, 2026

A record 45% of Americans identify with neither party. On November 3, they get the first nationally televised Election Night built around the independent voter bloc, presented by United Independents, the organization behind the Independent National Convention, in partnership with DeFiance Media.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Can the country’s largest bloc of voters turn identity into representation? Independents now make up 45% of U.S. adults, a record high in Gallup’s 2025 data, yet partisan coverage continues to dominate mainstream mediums. On November 3, one broadcast will cover the election from the Independent point of view.

Broadcast live from the National Press Club’s television studio in Washington, D.C. Election Night 2026: Independent Edition is an eight-hour program hosted by Christopher Life, founder and CEO of United Independents, and Macy Gunnell, NewsForce’s White House correspondent. DeFiance Media will be producing and streaming the broadcast.

Built on live election data from The Associated Press (AP), the program will call the national races as the returns come in. Then it goes where other broadcasts don’t: race-by-race coverage of independent candidates in consequential congressional contests, and guest conversations with the strategists and organizers behind them.

Built for the Voters Both Parties Are Chasing

Two generations of Americans have come of age as independent voters, and in 74 years of nationally televised Election Night broadcasts, not one has been built around them. This one is: national results and the balance of power, dedicated coverage of the independent candidates who could tip the next Congress, and a live chat with selected viewer questions put to the hosts and guests on air.

Open to Every Newsroom

Television pool feed. U.S. television outlets, including local stations, can carry the program live, in full or in part, separate from DeFiance Media’s full-program streaming.Social streaming. The broadcast streams through participating social media partners. Channels that want to carry it can sign up at Election2026.live.Live clips and excerpts. Newsrooms, commentators, and creators can pull portions of the program for reporting and social distribution while the broadcast is underway.

Request access through the Media & Distribution Access Form at Election2026.live.

Free and Accessible Nationwide

Going live Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 6 PM- 2 AM ET. Updates, guest announcements, and viewing instructions: Election2026.live.

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Shaun Saunders
shaun@graffiticreativegroup.com

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Technology

Pianist Michael Weinstein Wins Best Social Media Music Collaborations at the 2026 Vega Awards

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39 minutes ago

October 26, 2026

With more than a million followers across social media, Weinstein’s piano collaborations bring together vocalists from around the world to create unique musical performances and reach new audiences.

SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pianist, entrepreneur and social media creator Michael Weinstein has been recognized at the 2026 Vega Digital Awards in the Social Media Collaboration category for his music collaboration series, Piano Sessions: Bringing Voices Together Through Music.

“I love collaborating with talented singers including building friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

Weinstein has built a social media audience of more than a million followers across TikTok, Instagram and other platforms by sharing piano performances and collaborations with singers from around the world. His videos feature vocalists performing alongside his piano accompaniment, creating intimate musical performances that showcase each artist’s individual talent and style.

While Weinstein has spent much of his professional career building businesses and marketing consumer brands, music has always remained one of his greatest passions.

“Music has always been a huge part of my life and one of the things I enjoy most is collaborating with other musicians,” said Weinstein. “I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many incredibly talented singers and I love being able to play alongside them and create something special together. It’s also rewarding to introduce these artists to new audiences while building relationships and friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Weinstein has collaborated with an impressive range of vocalists, including artists who have performed and recorded with Maroon 5, Sting, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Usher, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott. He has also collaborated with standout performers from American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice.

Weinstein is also planning a live concert in New York City in 2027, bringing together several of the talented vocalists featured on his social media channels for a special collaborative performance. Additional details will be announced in the coming months.

Outside of music, Weinstein is the Founder and CEO of JAM Direct, a marketing and advertising agency, and former Chief Marketing Officer of Allstar Products Group, where he was responsible for marketing some of the most successful products in “As Seen On TV” history, including the Snuggie, ShamWow and Shake Weight.

Watch Michael Weinstein’s performances here:

https://linktr.ee/mweinsteinmusic

About the Vega Digital Awards

The Vega Digital Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in social media, digital marketing and brand strategy. Judged by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition honors work that demonstrates innovation, effectiveness and measurable impact across the global marketing landscape.

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Michael Weinstein, JAM Direct, 1 9146610053, mw@jamdirect.com, https://michaelweinstein.me/

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Landis+Gyr Secures Major Contract with Leading US Utility

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2 hours ago

October 26, 2026

CHAM, Switzerland and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced that it has secured a major contract with a leading US investor-owned electric utility. The agreement covers more than 3 million advanced metering endpoints.

Under the agreement, Landis+Gyr will provide Revelo meters and associated network and head-end system technologies, complemented by advanced security solutions, premium support, and software maintenance and services. The deployment is expected to advance the utility’s grid modernization objectives by enhancing security, grid visibility and operational performance.

“This important win reflects the strong momentum of our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and the trust customers place in Landis+Gyr to support large-scale grid modernization programs. By combining advanced metering, integrated technology, security and support capabilities, we look forward to helping this utility enhance grid visibility, reliability and operational performance,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader, delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional devices into intelligent, networked sensors, giving utilities real-time grid visibility and system control. With these combined insights, electric, gas, and water companies can anticipate demand, optimize operations, and deliver energy that’s more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable for everyone. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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