Glossary
Intelligent Home Management (IHM)
Definition
Intelligent home management is a proactive approach to home care that uses sensors, AI, and connected software to monitor a home's critical systems 24/7, detect issues before they become emergencies, and connect homeowners to qualified service professionals. Shipshape pioneered the IHM category in 2020.
Understanding Intelligent Home Management (IHM)
Unlike smart home products focused on convenience features like lighting and voice control, intelligent home management focuses on the structural and mechanical health of the home. IHM platforms typically monitor HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, crawlspaces, and water heaters using a combination of AI analysis and optional hardware sensors. The result is fewer emergency repairs, lower maintenance costs, and stronger relationships between homeowners and their service professionals.
Related Terms
Home Health Score
A Home Health Score is a 0-100 numerical rating that represents the overall condition of a home's critical systems. Generated by Shipshape's AI after a Home Health Assessment, it gives homeowners and service professionals a clear, at-a-glance view of what needs attention now, what can wait, and what is in good shape.
Home Health Assessment
A Home Health Assessment is an AI-powered digital inspection that evaluates the condition of a home's major systems and generates a comprehensive report with a Home Health Score. Shipshape's assessment uses a 25-point guided survey plus AI image analysis to identify issues, estimate remaining equipment life, and recommend preventive actions.
Proactive Home Maintenance
Proactive home maintenance is the practice of monitoring, inspecting, and servicing home systems before they fail, rather than waiting for breakdowns to occur. According to U.S. Department of Energy data, proactive maintenance reduces repair costs by up to 40% compared to reactive approaches.
Learn more about Intelligent Home Management
Read the definitive guide to how AI and smart sensors are transforming home care.
Read the IHM Guide