A Modern Approach to Facilities Management

A Matterport 3D digital twin creates a single source of truth for your property portfolio. This technology provides a foundation for more efficient remote oversight, streamlined maintenance workflows, and data-driven space planning.

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A Factual Advantage

Measurable Improvements in Operations

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25%

Faster Resolution of Issues

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60%

Reduction in Site Visits

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15%

Improvement in Planning

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10%

Increase in Asset Life Cycle

Portfolio Management

Enable Effective Remote Oversight

For managers responsible for multiple properties or large campuses, a digital twin allows for a virtual 'walk-through' of any facility from any location. This reduces travel requirements and associated costs, enabling managers to allocate resources more effectively while maintaining a consistent visual record of all sites.

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    Centralized Data: Access and review all properties from a single, cloud-based platform.
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    Reduced Travel: Minimize time and expense related to physical inspections and site visits.
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    Multi-Site Consistency: Standardize oversight and documentation across a diverse portfolio.
A facilities manager on a video call, pointing to a tablet showing a 3D digital twin of a building.
A digital twin enables precise collaboration between off-site managers and on-site teams.
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Interactive tags on equipment provide immediate access to maintenance data and documentation.
Precision Maintenance

Streamline Maintenance and Asset Tracking

A digital twin allows for precise maintenance and asset management. Use interactive tags to pinpoint equipment, attach service logs, or link to technical manuals. This enables technicians to diagnose issues remotely before arriving, improving first-time fix rates and reducing equipment downtime.

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    Contextual Asset Data: Link directly to manuals, warranties, and service history within the 3D space.
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    Remote Diagnosis: Assess issues, plan repairs, and identify necessary parts before dispatching a team.
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    Clear Vendor Coordination: Share exact visual and spatial data with external contractors for accurate quotes.
Data-Driven Design

Optimize Space Planning and Utilization

A digital twin is a source of dimensionally accurate data for space planning. Facility managers can use precise 2D floor plans and 3D models to test new layouts, plan for renovations, and analyze space utilization to ensure every square foot is used effectively.

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    Accurate Floor Plans: Generate schematic floor plans for architectural or regulatory needs.
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    Layout Visualization: Digitally model office, retail, or warehouse layouts before committing to physical changes.
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    Renovation & As-Builts: Confirm existing conditions and plan modifications with reliable 3D data, reducing rework.
A 2D schematic floor plan derived from a 3D scan, showing precise measurements.
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Practical Applications Across Industries

Digital twins are applied in diverse sectors for operational and management purposes. Below are examples of how this technology functions in different facility types.

Residential & Community Facility Management

Digital twins are invaluable for managing amenities in residential complexes. For a property like this one in Hyderabad, the facilities team can use the model to remotely oversee the maintenance of the library, gym, and theatre, ensuring shared spaces are always in optimal condition for residents.

Hospitality & Restaurant Management

For hospitality venues such as this rooftop restaurant in Colombo, a digital twin is essential for operational excellence. It aids in planning table layouts for events, training staff on service routes and safety procedures, and coordinating maintenance of kitchen and dining area fixtures.

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Official Matterport Resources

Matterport provides extensive documentation on how 3D technology is transforming property operations. Explore their official page for technical specifications and global case studies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do 3D digital twins help with remote oversight?expand_more

For managers of multiple properties, a digital twin provides a complete, immersive virtual model of any facility, accessible from their desk. This reduces travel requirements and associated costs, while ensuring a consistent and up-to-date visual record of property conditions for more efficient multi-site management.

How does this technology streamline maintenance and asset management?expand_more

A digital twin allows for precise maintenance and asset tracking. Interactive tags (Mattertags) can be placed on equipment to link directly to maintenance logs, user manuals, or service requests. Technicians can remotely assess issues before visiting a site, improving first-time fix rates, reducing equipment downtime, and creating a detailed digital service history.

Can Matterport be used for space planning and utilization analysis?expand_more

Yes. A digital twin provides dimensionally accurate 2D floor plans and 3D models. Facility managers can use this data to test new layouts, plan for renovations, and analyze how space is being used. This information is critical for optimizing a facility's footprint and can be integrated with CAD and BIM software.

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