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UMA Vision is unique because it turns raw workplace data into actionable insights by combining real-time sensor information, collaboration platform integrations, and AI-driven analytics in one unified workspace platform. Instead of treating space, schedules, and people as separate silos, UMA Vision connects them ingesting data from IoT sensors, calendars, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Cisco Webex and devices like Jabra to provide a holistic, real-time view of how spaces are actually used. What sets UMA Vision apart is its focus on meaningful outcomes rather than isolated features. It doesn’t just show utilisation metrics; it helps workplace and facilities teams understand patterns, forecast demands, and make smarter decisions about space planning, hybrid working, employee experience and resource allocation. With intuitive dashboards, AI forecasting, and seamless integrations, UMA Vision bridges the gap between operational data and strategic insight, empowering organisations to optimise buildings, reduce waste, and enhance the way people work.

People choose UMA Vision because it goes beyond reporting to actively connect, understand and optimise the workplace in real time. Deep, native integrations UMA Vision connects directly with tools organisations already use, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Cisco Webex, Jabra and collaboration devices, combining calendar, meeting and presence data into a single, accurate view of workplace activity. From insight to interaction Unlike many competitors that only report on data, UMA Vision integrates with building management systems (BMS) and IoT infrastructure, allowing organisations not just to observe spaces, but to interact with them including lighting, environmental controls and occupancy-driven automation. Sensor-led, not assumption-led UMA Vision uses real-time occupancy and environmental sensors to show how spaces are actually used, reducing reliance on manual check-ins, badge data or assumptions. One platform, not disconnected tools Instead of stitching together multiple systems for booking, analytics, sensors and building controls, UMA Vision brings them together in a single platform designed for workplace, IT and facilities teams. Built for action, not dashboards With AI-driven insights and forecasting, UMA Vision helps organisations make practical decisions around space optimisation, hybrid working, energy efficiency and employee experience not just view static reports.

UMA Vision began with a simple insight: finding and managing meeting rooms shouldn’t be hard. In 2017, CTO and Founder Stephen Milner recognised a common workplace problem the frustration of locating and booking meeting space and set out to solve it. What started as a voice-activated assistant evolved over time into what is now UMA Vision, a comprehensive AI-powered workplace and smart building platform that addresses the broader challenges of hybrid working, space optimisation, and real-time building intelligence. As workplaces shifted towards hybrid models, UMA Vision expanded beyond basic booking to integrate desk and room scheduling, visitor management, space analytics, IoT sensor data and advanced integrations with tools like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Cisco Webex, Jabra and more, enabling organisations to turn data into meaningful decisions about how spaces are used. Unlike standalone booking or analytics tools, UMA Vision was built to be an open, connected platform that works with existing technology stacks and smart building systems including building management systems (BMS) to not only report on occupancy and utilisation but also support automation, energy efficiency and operational responsiveness. This evolution reflects UMA’s commitment to helping organisations make hybrid workplaces smarter, more efficient and user-centric.