Unveiling in Austin: Cisco's data-driven blueprint for future-proofed workplaces
This isn't just an office; it's a well-oiled machine. Cisco's newest workplace unlocks real-time intelligence, peak optimization, and an unmatched experience for every employee.
Cisco needed to address the limitations of its existing Austin workplaces, which were designed with the needs of the past in mind, not the needs of today and tomorrow.
Challenge
Our Austin workplaces, once fit for purpose, had fallen out of alignment with the demands of modern work. It became clear that a refresh was needed to address growing challenges, such as:
Suboptimal employee experiences: Outdated technology and environments created friction, hindering employee satisfaction and productivity while offering little incentive for teams to engage in the office.
Lack of actionable data insights: Without granular data on space utilization and employee preferences, strategic optimization of our office space was very difficult. Preventing us from truly enhancing collaboration, productivity, and efficiency.
Inefficient space utilization: Under-utilized areas contributed to unnecessary capital expenditures and real estate spend. Because of the lack of data, we were failing to maximize the return on investment for our physical office footprint.
Sustainability challenges: Manual controls for lighting, blinds, and HVAC systems proved inefficient and costly. This fell short of our corporate sustainability objectives and led to higher energy consumption.
Solution
Cisco real estate, IT, and workplace resources teams worked together to build a revolutionary space in the heart of Austin. Using learnings from past builds like Penn 1 in New York City, they designed for data — creating an optimized, future-proofed workplace for employees, customers, and partners alike. This was made possible with Cisco technology, such as:
Revolutionized insights for real estate management
Using intelligent sensors and advanced analytics, we transform raw data into powerful insights. This enables strategic planning and optimization of spaces, layouts, and building systems to create intelligent environments perfectly tailored for unique employee needs.
Frictionless employee experiences and enhanced productivity
Cisco collaboration devices deliver exceptional user experiences. These tools enable seamless connection, effectively eliminating geographical barriers and helping people work faster, safer, and smarter — enhanced further by the power of Cisco AI assistant.
Faster deployment and enhanced operational efficiency
Network setup and device configuration — once hours-long tasks — are completed in minutes via Catalyst Center. This enables remote deployment, significantly reducing onsite IT requirements, while Power over Ethernet devices streamline installation and cut costs.
Enhanced sustainability, cost savings, and security
Data visibility lets us track our resource consumption and enables us to automate energy saving measures, significantly lowering operating and maintenance costs, while Cisco's robust security protects every device and user — in the office or wherever they work.
Testimonials
Precision in motion
"Seeing how Cisco helps McLaren optimize its F1 cars, I'm confident in our ability to optimize our own workplace. Imagine a finely tuned machine where every detail is engineered for peak performance and comfort. That's exactly what AST15 feels like."
Bob Cicero, Director, Future-Proofed Workplaces
Cisco
Needs, not wants
"Austin is a reflection of what we needed both today and in the future. The way people work has changed and with it, the purpose of the office. It's no longer about providing a sea of desks for heads down work, but rather creating spaces that support connection and collaboration."
Ray Milora, Senior Director, Workplace Design & Construction
Cisco
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