Aramark Facilities Management Recognized for Innovation at District Administration’s Ed Tech Future of Education Conference

AIWX Connect Platform Takes Top Honors

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aramark, (NYSE:ARMK), a leading global provider of facilities management with operations spanning the education, healthcare, business and industry, sports, leisure and corrections industries was named the 2025 Ed Tech Product Awards winner in the Large Company Campus Equipment and Technology category. Aramark received the award for its AIWX Connect technology platform.

AIWX Connect is an intelligent platform using IoT technology to identify building and occupant needs based on real-time occupancy, space utilization, equipment condition, and occupant feedback. Insights inform building performance, environmental conditions, and occupant satisfaction levels. These insights are used to proactively improve building services based on actual demand, resulting in operational efficiencies, improved productivity, and higher customer satisfaction.

In education settings, AIWX provides administrators with remote monitoring and real-time insight into critical operations. For example, sensors are used to detect leaks and avoid damage from flooding, refrigeration monitors prevent food spoilage due to falling temperatures, door monitors detect when exterior doors are open, vibration sensors detect failing HVAC equipment before operational disruption and sensors can detect vaping and smoking throughout a building. All this data resides in a single location for easy monitoring and access.

“We are honored to receive this recognition,” said Scott Beer, President and CEO of Aramark Facilities Management. “AIWX technology can align many systems within a school or group of schools and provide data driven performance metrics for better operational and financial outcomes for our clients and customers.”

This year’s awards were held in conjunction with the highly anticipated Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) at the Orlando Convention Center in January. The finalists, selected from hundreds of submissions, represent a diverse range of categories, showcasing the depth and breadth of innovation in education technology.

About Aramark

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world’s leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 16 countries around the world with food and facilities management. Because of our hospitality culture, our employees strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and the planet. Learn more at www.aramark.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.

About District Administration

District Administration serves the top K-12 leaders at virtually every school district in the U.S. with essential insights on effectively managing school districts. Through its print and digital platforms, DA empowers administrators with best practices and research-based strategies to enhance teacher quality and increase student achievement. With journalistic excellence and in-depth reporting, DA highlights success stories and actionable strategies to inspire district-wide progress. For further information please visit https://districtadministration.com/

About the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)

The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) has been a leading platform for over 40 years, bringing together thousands of visionary educators, technology leaders, and industry experts to shape the future of K-12 education. Hosted annually, FETC provides cutting-edge insights, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities designed to empower educators with the tools and strategies they need to drive innovation in the classroom. As a hub for community, collaboration, and technological advancement, FETC continues to inspire transformative change and prepare schools for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. For further information please visit https://www.fetc.org/.