Around the world, roughly 40% of meeting rooms are occupied by a single person for private video calls, making valuable spaces unavailable for group use and forcing others into a search for alternative spots.[1] Framery smart pods connect directly to Microsoft 365 and Google Calendar systems, making it easy for workers to find and book a private space suited for their needs.
60% of employees struggle with limited access to quiet space, forcing them into a persistent “cycle of wandering” to find private spots for sensitive calls or focused work.[2]
Here’s how SCDH, Integrata, and s360 have increased the number of bookable private spaces in their workplace by connecting their Framery smart pods to their workplace calendar systems:
- Eliminating high implementation costs and IT headaches through full system compatibility
- Making it easier to find and book smart pods through the tools they already use
- Streamlining reservations with built-in touchscreen calendars and automated bookings
Adding smart pods to existing calendar systems
The Swiss Center for Design and Health, one of Europe’s leading research institutions in healthcare, architecture, and design, connected their Framery smart pod with their calendar to eliminate the friction of finding quiet space and to streamline the booking process for their team.
”We use Framery Connect to make the pod easily bookable through our Microsoft Outlook calendar.”
Klaus-Martin Gareis
Head of Operations | SCDH
By integrating their pods directly into the tools the team already trusts, SCDH made private workspace as easy to secure as any traditional conference room. The team at SCDH can now reserve a pod using their existing calendar, driving pod usage and keeping the process within established daily routines. Read the case.
Simplified bookings and reservation management
In Finland, HR and payroll specialist firm Integrata activated their calendar connection to provide their team with a more fluid office experience and reduce the time spent on workspace logistics.
“Framery smart pods feature an intuitive touchscreen that comes in handy when you need to adjust the reservation–you can quickly do it via the display.”
Ilari Kosonen
CFO | Integrata
With the ability to adjust their reservation directly from the pod’s built-in touchscreen, employees can now extend a meeting or stay on a call without having to disrupt their workflow. This helps keep momentum throughout the workday, and removes distracting booking management tasks that break focus. Explore the full case.
Cost-saving compatibility
In Scandinavia, international performance marketing agency s360 activated their calendar connection to capture immediate operational value and simplify their global IT landscape.
“Framery’s integration to Google Meet’s booking system saved us several thousands in integration cost.”
Herman Nurila
Managing Director | s360
By leveraging a solution that works natively with their existing digital environment, s360 avoided the need for expensive custom development or fragile third-party bridges. This full compatibility allowed them to bypass thousands in integration fees and ongoing maintenance, ensuring their workplace technology was up and running without technical delays or an increased burden on IT resources. Read the full story.
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The right space for the job
Hybrid work has increased the demand for private, bookable spaces. That’s why more and more companies are connecting their Framery smart pods to their workplace calendar to make them a visible, bookable, and integrated part of the workday.
As a result, these organizations ensure their employees can find the right type of space for their needs, maximizing the utility of their smart pods, freeing up valuable meeting room real estate, and prioritizing every workspace for its intended purpose.
SOURCES
1 | Leesman Index, The Workplace Why, 2025.
2 | Steelcase, The New Era of Hybrid Work, 2023.
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