Case Study: Spin Master - Elevating Meeting Room Technology for Melissa and Doug Integration

Client Overview: Spin Master, a leading global children's entertainment company, recently acquired Melissa and Doug, a renowned toy manufacturer. This acquisition required a comprehensive IT and technology migration to integrate Melissa and Doug's operations with Spin Master's existing infrastructure. A significant part of this migration involved refreshing the meeting room technology across 16 newly acquired spaces, ranging from small huddle rooms to a large executive boardroom.

Project Scope: The project included the installation of advanced meeting room technology to ensure a seamless and professional experience for both internal teams and external guests. This involved deploying Neat Bars for conferencing, upgrading room schedulers, and implementing state-of-the-art audio systems in the executive boardroom.

Challenges:

1. Complex Integration: The scale of the migration presented challenges in aligning the new technology with Spin Master's existing systems while ensuring minimal disruption.

2. High Expectations for User Experience: Spin Master aimed to create a meeting environment that was not only functional but also visually appealing and easy to use, maintaining their high standards across all locations.

3. Diverse Room Sizes and Functions: The rooms varied significantly in size and purpose, requiring tailored solutions that could scale while providing a consistent user experience.

Solution:

1. Neat Bars Installation:

   • Conference Room Refresh: Neat Bars were chosen for all 16 meeting spaces due to their sleek design, superior audio-visual capabilities, and ease of use. These devices were integrated with Spin Master's existing video conferencing platforms to ensure a seamless transition.
   • Executive Boardroom: The executive boardroom was outfitted with the Teams-certified Shure P300/MXA920 microphone package and a QSC amplifier and speaker system. This setup was selected to deliver a premium audio experience, ensuring clarity and quality during high-level meetings.

2. Crestron Electronics Room Schedulers:

   • Upgrade to Crestron: The existing 7" Extron room schedulers were replaced with 10" Crestron schedulers, providing a larger, more user-friendly interface for managing room bookings and schedules. This upgrade offered a sleeker, more modern look that aligned with the overall aesthetic of the refreshed spaces.

3. Collaboration with AV Planners:

   • Expert Execution: AV Planners, led by Kenton, played a crucial role in the successful execution of this project. Their attention to detail and commitment to delivering a top-notch product were instrumental in turning the vision into reality.
   • Custom Solutions: The team at AV Planners worked closely with Spin Master to tailor each room's technology setup to its specific needs, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics were achieved.

Results:

1. Seamless Integration: The integration of Melissa and Doug’s meeting spaces into Spin Master’s infrastructure was completed with minimal disruption, providing a unified and efficient meeting experience across the company.

2. Enhanced User Experience: The refreshed meeting rooms received positive feedback from users, who appreciated the improved audio-visual quality and the intuitive control systems. The executive boardroom, in particular, stood out for its superior audio experience.

3. Reliable and Future-Proof Technology: The use of Neat Bars and Crestron Electronics room schedulers, combined with advanced audio solutions, ensures that the meeting rooms will continue to deliver a high-quality experience for years to come.

4. Successful Collaboration: The partnership with AV Planners was highlighted as a key factor in the project’s success, with their expertise and attention to detail contributing to a smooth and successful implementation.

Conclusion: The integration and technology refresh for Spin Master’s newly acquired Melissa and Doug meeting spaces was a resounding success. By selecting Neat Bars, Crestron Electronics room schedulers, and advanced audio solutions, Spin Master was able to provide a beautiful, easy-to-use, and reliable meeting experience that aligns with their vision of excellence. The collaboration with AV Planners ensured that the project was delivered on time and to the highest standards, setting a new benchmark for future projects.