SensorFlow

The core of SensorFlow's business is a wireless, retrofit IoT solution designed to optimize energy consumption and operational productivity in hotels without significant upfront capital expenditure or operational disruption. The company's primary product is a smart room automation and energy management system that utilizes a suite of wireless IoT devices, including occupancy sensors, door sensors, and smart thermostats, which can be installed in under 10 minutes per room. These devices operate on a proprietary network, avoiding interference with a hotel's existing Wi-Fi. The system collects real-time data on guest occupancy, room conditions, and energy usage. Using AI-driven algorithms, it then automates the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, for instance, by adjusting the temperature when a room is unoccupied to reduce energy waste.

SensorFlow's business model is primarily subscription-based, marketed as a "pay-as-you-save" model, which removes the barrier of high initial costs for clients. This approach has proven effective, with clients reportedly achieving up to 30% in total energy savings and up to 40% in maintenance cost reductions. Beyond energy savings, the platform provides hotels with an online dashboard featuring actionable insights on occupancy trends and equipment performance. This data aids in optimizing housekeeping routes, scheduling predictive maintenance to prevent equipment failures, and improving the overall guest experience. Having raised a total of $11.6 million over three funding rounds, with a notable $8.3 million Series A+ round in April 2020, SensorFlow has expanded its presence to over 26,000 rooms across Southeast Asia.