Proptech is a key enabler of smart buildings that can power the 24/7 economy and smart cities.For both work and leisure activities, it's possible to offer access outside the traditional 9-5 with the help of remote access solutions. Sensors, robots, drones, mobile phones and biometrics can provide access for the right people at the right time and also monitor for safety and security.With technology, this can be done efficiently without onsite staff.At the moment, however, traditional zoning regulations can present a barrier.Maybe it's time for new thinking? Proptech is smart, sustainable and digital. And that's valuable. 

Navigating large private and indoor spaces - like sporting complexes and shopping malls - is challenging for most people.Imagine how much harder it is for people with vision impairment and cognitive difficulties!Using Bluetooth beacons and smartphone sensors, plus sophisticated mapping, BindiMaps starts where GoogleMaps finishes. It's proptech-for-good, enabling smart buildings, and promoting social inclusion & accessibility. It's currently being used at the Australian Open to help tennis fans find their way to the courts as well as the food & drink and other amenities.BindiMaps' mission is to make every space accessible for everyone.https://bindimaps.com/

Construction relies on networks of contractors and sub-contractors (or "subbies").Subbies can be exposed to an unfair balance of power in the commercial relationships due to a lack of transparency.Moreover, inefficient processes and disjointed communications mean they are exposed risk of labour blowouts, quality issues, and unpaid invoices.Neo Intelligence has created an operations management platform for sub-contractors to mitigate risk with real-time data.It’s an easy-to-use SaaS tool for fieldworkers to store and access data in the cloud, manage program issues, internal resources and on-site conflicts, with built-in compliance and processes for risk mitigation and cost reduction.https://neointelligence.com.au/

Abodely is a new proptech creating a social community for houseproud home owners to connect, network and be inspired.If you are renovating, you can use the app to journal your home's transformation and seek advice from others who've "been there, done that."You can get an honest social appraisal from the community as to your home's aesthetic, potential and value.And if you're house hunting, it's the perfect opportunity to get a sneak peak inside!The MVP is available from the app stores.Founder Tom Coe (pictured) is on a mission to improve social media UX re residential property.  

Transparent solar glass contains nanoparticles to concentrate light energy and generate electricity.It is cutting-edge photovoltaic technology that does not require a roof or angle, although lots of sun helps.It could usher in a new era of clean energy generated from windows in our homes, offices and cars ... and even smart phone screens!Solar glass is perfect for integration into architecture, has a high ROI due to energy savings and helps achieve ZEB (Zero Energy Buildings).It also means that farmland and natural habitats can in future be disturbed less by solar farms, wind turbines and marine generators. 

The success of our built environment depends on how well it meets the needs of the humans who live, work and play there. For property developers, urban consultants and governments to understand complex and rapidly changing neighbourhoods, Neighbourlytics is a social analytics platform making the human side of neighbourhoods easy to understand, so you know who uses your development and why.The proptech's subscription platform combines rich digital data with advanced analytics, and world leading expertise in 'Urban Life.' Neighbourlytics takes the guesswork out of place-making and reduces risk, with actionable insights for stakeholders to create successful, human-centred cities.