On SMU’s campus there are varied mechanisms used to reserve space in a building including: software, simple online forms, Outlook calendars, signs on the door, or even calling an individual to coordinate. STABLE will offer a centralized and streamlined solution for room reservations across campus. With a database to search for a room with the criteria you need for your meeting (whiteboards, projector, computer, etc.), you will be able to see all spaces that meet your criteria and their availability. Spaces that are scheduled via Outlook can continue to be booked the same way and the schedules will automatically update in Stable to prevent double-booking. Additionally, unique spaces that require approval will be set up to route to the appropriate individual through the system. This new system will also provide robust reporting on utilization of spaces to assist in planning efforts. Over the summer we will conclude the configuration and testing and launch to the greater campus community in August of 2021.
