Spatial intelligence for the physical world
Tracking infrastructure as a service
FORMATION is a spatial intelligence company that turns movement into operational intelligence. We provide tracking infrastructure as a service so teams can see what is where, why it moved, and what should happen next.
- Track → Trace → Trigger as a single operational loop.
- A shared Map for workers, managers, and systems.
- Built for Asset Tracking across sites and workflows.
Map-first, workflow-ready
From Map to Digital Twin
FORMATION starts with a Map anyone can use. Map Markers, Geofences, and asset history build a Digital Twin that powers Insights and Dashboard views for real-world operations.
- Map Markers for people, assets, and zones.
- Geofencing to trigger tasks and alerts.
- Insights and Dashboards for Situational Awareness.
Active, passive, and Hybrid Tracking
QR Code Tracking and RTLS in one system
Use QR Code Tracking for low-cost coverage and Active Tracking where precision matters. Hybrid Tracking connects them into one operational view.
- Passive Tracking with QR Code Tags.
- Active Tracking with RTLS (BLE, UWB, GPS).
- Hybrid Tracking to balance cost, precision, and scale.
Built to plug into operations
Integrations, APIs, and Workspace alignment
FORMATION integrates with ERP, MES, and IoT brokers so data flows into the Workspace and back into your systems of record.
- APIs for asset updates, events, and automation.
- MQTT and Omlox-compatible integrations.
- Export data for analytics and reporting.
Roots and early pilots
Founded in Berlin in 2020
FORMATION was founded in 2020 in Berlin by a group of serial entrepreneurs and spatial technology experts. We were accelerated by Bosch in our first year and have grown solely through customer sales — without the need for outside capital.
Our mission
Spatial intelligence for defence readiness
Empower the defence world with a new breed of spatial intelligence.
Ian Hannigan
CEO
Ian Hannigan is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FORMATION. Based in Berlin, Ian brings deep expertise in product design, innovation, and user-centric workflows. With a background in product consultancy and UX design, he leads FORMATION’s strategic direction — shaping how spatial intelligence translates into real-world operational impact for customers across industries. LinkedIn
Jilles van Gurp
CTO
Dr. Jilles van Gurp is Chief Technology Officer at FORMATION and an experienced technology entrepreneur. With decades of experience building scalable software services and leading engineering teams, Jilles oversees architecture, platform development, and technical strategy that power FORMATION’s map-first tracking infrastructure. He’s also active in the tech community as a mentor, consultant, and open-source maintainer. LinkedIn
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