Techmenity was hired by the Witkoff group to bridge gaps between multiple stakeholders during the transition from construction to leasing and move-in at The Brook, a 51-story residential rental building in downtown Brooklyn. The property includes 591 units, 178 of which are designated as affordable through the 421-a(16) Program.
Our role was to ensure all technology systems, from AV and IT to building management and communications, were fully operational for residents, staff, and offices, while also establishing a long-term network strategy (Digital Foundation™).
Key Objectives
Coordinate technology closeout across ISPs, GC, and AV/IT subcontractors
Ensure all building systems are connected, functional, and ready for leasing/move-in
QA oversight for AV installations throughout common areas and offices
Consolidate disparate telecom and BMS systems into a single converged network
Deploy secure, reliable network infrastructure for offices, back-of-house systems, and IoT devices
Provide ongoing consultation and long-term network maintenance
What We Delivered
Digital Foundation™ (Converged Network)
Designed and implemented the building’s Digital Foundation™ to connect all AV, IT, and building systems
Consolidated BMS and telecom services from multiple local Verizon accounts onto a single converged network
Built and manage a back-of-house network to provide connectivity in areas where the main network was insufficient
AV & VoIP Coordination
Oversaw AV contractor for QA inspections and installation checks
Deployed VoIP for offices, common areas, and building operations
Ensured integration with building-wide communications systems
IoT Solutions
Implemented water leak detection sensors in all mechanical rooms to prevent disruptions (in partnership with Perceptive Things)
Proposed and coordinated installation of other building IoT solutions as needed
Closeout & Stakeholder Coordination
Served as a liaison between the developer, GC, AV/IT firm, and multiple ISPs
Ensured smooth transition from construction to tenant move-in
Acted as the technology consultant on-demand, supporting both immediate and ongoing needs
Outcome
Seamless move-in experience for residents with all tech systems functional
Consolidated network simplified operations for building management
QA oversight ensured AV systems performed to design intent
IoT solutions mitigated critical risks (e.g., water leaks)
Long-term consulting relationship established, demonstrating Techmenity’s commitment to building lifecycle support
