Movable Unveils Platform Enhancements And New IDEO-Designed Device

CLEVELAND, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Movable (www.movable.com), the experts in motivating group movement, today announced three new enhancements, all designed to expand their platforms’ flexibility and keep groups more connected and engaged.

Movable’s new platform enhancements include:

  • New Device: Movband 3, designed in partnership with renowned industrial design firm IDEO, includes three new features to expand the versatility of the device including wireless syncing with a free app, a water resistant design, and wearable options including a wristband or hip clip; Movband 3 is available for pre-order beginning today
  • SMS Communications: Participants in group programs can now opt to receive SMS updates to stay more connected with their group
  • Robust Challenges: New challenge options are designed to increase engagement and drive positive health outcomes

“Our mission has always been to inspire people to move more, together,” said Movable’s Founder and CEO, Blake Squires. “These improvements to all three components of our platform are a big step forward in furthering our mission. By providing stakeholders closest to population health with a more flexible and robust platform, we’re empowering them to get their groups more active, perform better, and ultimately become healthier and happier.”

Movable’s three-part platform consists of a Movband device, an engaging front-end dashboard and a powerful back-end admin center. The platform is used in group settings to reach the 80% of Americans who are inactive and helps groups achieve lasting lifestyle changes, together.

The company has been growing since its founding over three years ago. To date Movable has deployed its platform in over 400 companies and 500 school districts throughout North America. Late last year the company began deploying its platform in healthcare settings. Notable customers include American Greetings, Florida Virtual Schools, and OhioHealth.

About Movable:

Movable improves personal well-being by inspiring movement in groups. Movable’s three-part platform motivates participants to move more, leading to healthier and happier students, employees, and patients. Learn more at www.movable.com.

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