Workplace Wellness Case Studies & Success Stories

The Challenge
When we speak with clients about air quality monitoring, many struggle to see the immediate value. Whether it’s a school, a medical centre, or a large office, the benefits of tracking indoor conditions like temperature, CO₂ levels, and humidity can feel abstract—until you see the data for yourself.

To test this, we set ourselves a goal: to run our own long-term trial and measure the tangible impact of AirSuite monitoring in a real workplace.

The Trial
Earlier this year, we installed nine AirSuite monitors across a client’s 400 sqm office. The devices were placed in a variety of areas—boardrooms, open offices, reception, and breakout spaces. Installation was quick, with the client immediately gaining access to the live dashboard.

Almost instantly, the monitors began uncovering insights. In one of the boardrooms, CO₂ levels spiked dramatically during a meeting, signalling poor ventilation. This sparked a journey of discovery and improvement.

Key Findings and Actions

• Ventilation issues identified and fixed. The monitors highlighted high CO₂ levels in a key meeting room. The client added a vent to improve airflow but then noticed the room was uncomfortably cold. Further investigation revealed the air conditioning unit wasn’t working at all. Once repaired, the room became both well-ventilated and comfortable.
• Temperature comfort tailored to staff needs. Complaints about the office being “too cold” persisted even when the air conditioning was set to 23–24 °C. Reviewing the dashboard data and staff feedback, the client realised employees preferred it warmer. They’ve now adjusted winter settings to pre-heat the space before arrival, increasing comfort.
• Ongoing engagement. Sasha, Property Manager at Ardmore Group and our key contact onsite, checks the dashboard weekly and uses it to resolve staff questions quickly and back up her building maintenance requests. She shared about the trial internally, raising awareness of workplace wellness across the team.

The Results
The trial proved that small adjustments, guided by accurate data, can make a big difference to staff wellbeing. What started as “just another gadget” has turned into a trusted tool for improving workplace comfort, reducing complaints, and increasing awareness of indoor air quality.

Client Testimonial

“For the past few months we have had the privilege of trialling Jani-King’s AirSuite (air quality monitoring system) in our offices. This has been very informative as we discovered firstly one meeting room lacking fresh air which resulted in high CO₂ levels for the staff. We quickly remedied this with a new fresh air vent. Then we discovered the air con wasn’t actually working in this same meeting room at all! So we then repaired the system and now the staff can enjoy fresh, clean air at the right temperature.

The dashboard is very easy to use and I often find myself checking it to assess the air quality in the office or to resolve a temperature query with the staff. We’ve also altered the start time of the air con each day to ensure it is up to temperature when the staff arrive. The line graph in the dashboard has been particularly helpful in this matter.

Can’t recommend Jani-King highly enough, with fantastic personal customer service, support when we need it and advice on how to improve the air quality in our offices which has resulted in improved staff wellbeing!”

Sasha Hartley, Commercial Property Manager at Ardmore Group for  Zeil 

Conclusion

This trial demonstrates the real-world value of AirSuite monitoring. From uncovering hidden issues to enabling simple adjustments that enhance staff wellbeing, the system transforms unseen environmental factors into clear opportunities for improvement. For our client, it has turned into more than a trial — it’s become part of how they care for their people.

At Jani-King and JK Building Wellness, we often talk to clients about the benefits of monitoring air quality. But we also wanted to put it to the test ourselves: could AirSuite really make a difference in our own head office?

Discovering the Invisible
When we first installed AirSuite monitors across our open office, boardroom, reception, and staff areas, our goal was simple: to see what we were up against. Were our people working in a healthy, comfortable environment—or not?

The data told its story quickly. CO₂ levels spiked around lunchtime, leaving the office feeling sluggish. Temperature readings showed what our team already suspected: the HVAC system wasn’t keeping up. Some spaces were freezing while others overheated, and the control panels didn’t match reality.

From Insight to Action
With AirSuite data in hand, we could act with confidence.

• We introduced 10-minute ventilation breaks to bring in fresh air, and staff immediately noticed they felt less drowsy in the afternoons.

• The evidence gave us leverage to work with the building owner. Within months, faulty HVAC units were repaired, a new unit installed, and the system adjusted for efficiency.

• Our new setup now runs in energy-saving mode overnight and weekends, improving both comfort and sustainability.

At Jani-King and JK Building Wellness, we pride ourselves on creating spaces that are both inspiring and healthy. Recently, a small change to our boardroom décor gave us a big reminder of how important material choices can be.

A Fresh Look… and an Unexpected Surprise
We introduced a new banner to brighten up our boardroom—bold colours, vibrant imagery, the perfect addition to the space. But soon after, our AirSuite monitors picked up something we couldn’t see: volatile organic compounds (VOCs) spiking whenever the boardroom doors were closed.

VOCs are chemicals often released by paints, inks, and materials. At high levels they can cause irritation, headaches, and over time contribute to more serious respiratory issues. It didn’t take long to realise that the freshly printed banner was the source.