Elephant VC
Another successful collaboration with Hyphen & Co. Design on Elephant VC's new flagship office in NYC. As the TechGC, Techmenity oversaw technology design and project management to deliver a sophisticated, secure, user-friendly workspace for this growing private equity firm.
Designer: Hyphen & Co.
Early Planning
Techmenity was brought into the project early to provide a comprehensive technology design plan.
This meant we were able to thoroughly plan out the low voltage infrastructure, resulting in a smoother construction process, and zero technology related change-orders.
Client Goals
1. Address Acoustic & Video Conferencing Challenges:
Remedy the echo in their cavernous conference room and upgrade their clunky video conferencing setup.
2. Enhance Physical Security Requirements:
The building needed a major update to meet Elephant VC's safety requirements.
3. Improve IT & AV Support:
The client was extremely unhappy with the lack of care and responsiveness from their former IT & AV provider.
Project Outcomes
1. Strategic Placement of Infrastructure:
Worked closely with the architecture and construction teams to ensure precise core drilling for in-floor wiring enclosures, with easily accessible conduits and pathways for future updates.
2. Robust WiFi Infrastructure:
Implemented a robust WiFi system ensuring ample bandwidth, zero dropped signals, and versatile entertainment options, such as background music during the workday 🤟
3. Effortless Video Conferencing:
Configured user-friendly video conferencing systems in two conference rooms and an executive office, offering high-quality sound and video with a single touch of a button.
4. Flexible Workspace for Portfolio Companies:
Designed and provided flexible workspace solutions to accommodate Elephant VC's portfolio companies, fostering collaboration and adaptability.
5. Enhanced Intercoms and Access Control:
Collaborated with the building to enhance intercoms and access control systems, building-wide, ensuring a secure environment for Elephant VC and the building’s other tenants.
6. Cloud-Based Surveillance:
Implemented a cloud-based surveillance system for enhanced security, providing Elephant VC with efficient monitoring capabilities and adequate video storage.
7. Caring, Responsive IT Support:
Techmenity provides ongoing managed services to monitor the secure network and provide boots on ground servicing as needed.
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Project Deliverables
- Digital Foundation:
Established a robust digital foundation, including a secure managed network and on-site support services. - Comprehensive Technology Integration:
Implemented multi-zone audio systems indoors and outdoors, coordinating with landscape architects for discreet speaker placement. - Building-Wide Intercom and Access Control Enhancement:
Worked with building owner to upgrade the intercom and access control systems property-wide to match Elephant VC's requirements for a physically secure environment.
- Robust Connectivity:
Coordinated high-speed fiber optic internet through a third-party provider, ensuring reliable and fast connectivity throughout the office. - Executive Office AV Setup:
CEO office fit-out with advanced but easy-to-use audiovisual setups for easy presentations and glitch-free communication. - Workstation Configuration:
Wired connections, set up monitors, stands, and docking stations. - Ongoing IT Support:
Proactive IT support and network management services to ensure the smooth operation of all implemented technologies.
