Butlr’s heat sensing technology offers insights into office space utilization as more employees return to work post-pandemic. The San Francisco-based startup uses body temperature technology to analyze human interactions in the office without cameras, helping companies make decisions on layout, design, maintenance, and more. Butlr recently secured $75 million in funding and serves clients globally.

The costs of office fit-outs are increasing, driven by a focus on in-office attendance, employee experience, and sustainability. Rising costs and economic uncertainty are impacting CRE investment decisions, with raw material price hikes and labor shortages driving up construction costs worldwide. Despite this, companies are embracing flexible work arrangements and seeking data on office utilization for both cultural and financial reasons.

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