Modern buildings are no longer static structures. They are becoming dynamic environments that generate continuous streams of data—about how people move, how space is used, and how systems perform in real time. At the center of this transformation is Cisco Spaces, a powerful platform that converts raw building data into actionable intelligence. Supporting it at the physical layer is PoE infrastructure, which delivers power, data, and control to the devices that make intelligent buildings possible.
When Cisco Spaces is paired with MHT’s purpose-built PoE infrastructure, buildings evolve into data platforms—capable of driving smarter decisions around occupancy, utilization, energy use, and operational efficiency.
From Connectivity to Intelligence
Traditional building networks were designed primarily for connectivity. Devices were connected, but the data they produced was siloed, underutilized, or inaccessible to decision-makers. Cisco Spaces changes this by aggregating data from network-connected devices and translating it into real-time insights that facility teams, IT leaders, and real estate stakeholders can actually use.
This intelligence layer depends heavily on a robust PoE infrastructure. Sensors, lighting, shades, access control, desks, and environmental devices all rely on PoE infrastructure to function consistently and securely. Without a reliable physical foundation, even the most advanced software platforms fall short.
By combining Cisco Spaces with MHT PoE infrastructure, organizations gain both the data intelligence layer and the physical delivery system needed to support it.
Powering the Physical Layer with PoE Infrastructure
PoE infrastructure is more than a method of delivering low-voltage power—it is the backbone of modern smart buildings. MHT’s PoE infrastructure provides centralized power distribution, network visibility, and simplified deployment across building systems.
Every endpoint that feeds data into Cisco Spaces—from occupancy sensors to environmental monitors—depends on PoE infrastructure to stay online, responsive, and manageable. This unified approach reduces the need for separate electrical systems, minimizes failure points, and allows IT teams to manage building systems using familiar network tools.
Unlike legacy building controls, PoE infrastructure enables devices to be deployed where they deliver the most value, not where electrical access happens to exist.
At the network core, Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches play a critical role in delivering the secure, high-power PoE foundation required to support sensors, endpoints, and automation systems feeding data into Cisco Spaces.
Occupancy Analytics That Drive Better Decisions
One of the most impactful capabilities of Cisco Spaces is occupancy analytics. Understanding how people use a building—when spaces are full, underutilized, or unused entirely—has direct implications for real estate planning, energy efficiency, and workplace experience.
With sensors powered by PoE infrastructure, Cisco Spaces can provide accurate, real-time visibility into:
- Desk and workspace utilization
- Conference room availability and usage patterns
- Traffic flow through common areas
- Peak occupancy times by zone or floor
Because the devices feeding this data are powered and connected through PoE infrastructure, the data is consistent, reliable, and scalable across large portfolios.
This level of insight allows organizations to right-size space, reduce wasted square footage, and make informed decisions about renovations or expansions.
Turning Space Utilization Into Actionable Insights
Data alone doesn’t improve buildings—action does. Cisco Spaces excels at turning utilization data into insights that teams can act on immediately. When paired with PoE infrastructure, these insights can trigger automation, alerts, or operational changes.
For example, space utilization data from Cisco Spaces can inform cleaning schedules, smart HVAC systems, or lighting control—each supported by PoE infrastructure powering the underlying systems. Instead of fixed schedules, buildings respond dynamically to actual usage.
This creates a feedback loop where PoE infrastructure enables data collection, Cisco Spaces interprets the data, and building systems respond intelligently.
Simplifying IT and Facilities Alignment
One of the ongoing challenges in smart building deployments is the divide between IT and facilities teams. PoE infrastructure helps bridge this gap by placing building systems on the same network foundation IT already manages.
Because Cisco Spaces integrates directly with Cisco network environments, IT teams gain visibility into building operations without introducing unfamiliar systems. Facilities teams benefit from data-driven insights without needing to manage complex network configurations.
MHT’s PoE infrastructure is designed to support this convergence—making it easier to deploy, manage, and scale intelligent building systems across campuses and portfolios.
Scalable, Flexible, and Built for Real Buildings
Every building is different, and scalability matters. Cisco Spaces is inherently scalable, but its effectiveness depends on the quality of the underlying PoE infrastructure. MHT’s PoE infrastructure supports everything from single-floor deployments to enterprise-scale rollouts across multiple sites.
Because PoE infrastructure delivers both power and data over a single cable, changes to layouts, sensors, or endpoints can be made without major construction. This flexibility is critical as workplace strategies evolve and space usage patterns shift.
The result is a building that adapts over time—without ripping out systems or starting over.
Turning Infrastructure Into Strategic Advantage
When organizations invest in Cisco Spaces alongside MHT PoE infrastructure, they are not just deploying technology—they are creating a strategic asset. Buildings become sources of intelligence rather than cost centers, and infrastructure becomes a platform for ongoing optimization.
By combining real-time analytics from Cisco Spaces with resilient, scalable PoE infrastructure, organizations gain the visibility needed to improve efficiency, enhance occupant experience, and make smarter decisions about their physical spaces.
Find Out More
If you’re exploring how Cisco Spaces can unlock actionable building intelligence—or evaluating the PoE infrastructure required to support it—MHT Technologies can help. Our PoE infrastructure solutions are designed to power intelligent buildings from the ground up, enabling Cisco Spaces and other advanced platforms to perform at their best.
Contact MHT Technologies to learn how PoE infrastructure and Cisco Spaces can turn your building into a data-driven platform.