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Unifi helps create a bespoke and flexible working environment at Citrix Systems Inc.
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enowned for its bespoke office pod solutions, Unifi – a revered brand within the Boss Design Group – was the perfect choice for helping create a temporary and collaborative workspace at the Dublin offices of Citrix Systems Inc. whilst major refurbishment was undertaken. The Citrix brief was to create a customised suite of rooms for group and boardroom meetings, combined with informal settings using soft seating. Being future-proof, this could then be used when relocating to new premises with possible reconfiguration, to work with their changing work landscape. Citrix turned to interior solution specialists M J Flood (Interiors) to find a solution that was bespoke, adaptable and flexible. M J Flood (Interiors) specified nine bespoke and individual Unifi office pod systems to be installed within office space adjacent to Citrix’s main building. The focus being on customised areas offering varying levels of power, data and media, together with the ability to add branding to reinforce the company culture, as well as looking at the new ways of working approach to the office environment. Three bespoke Vista acoustic pods, featuring both straight and curved corners were specified to create the perfect meeting rooms, and to provide a contemporary and flexible addition to
the fixed partitioning. Alongside this were six Qube pods in a variety of sizes and configurations. This solution provided Citrix with a result that not only gives them the ability to control their current environment, but the future landscape of their workplace. All pods were sympathetic to
Citrix’s branding and aesthetic requirements, and featured complex Audio Visual systems, light boxes, dry wipe panels and cantilever tables throughout. The modular Boss Shuffle with a contoured back for enhanced privacy helped create informal touchdown areas.
Commenting on this specification, Marie Casey at M J Flood says: “Unifi products were chosen following a careful selection process and were deemed ideal for providing individual work rooms, as well as conference/ training rooms for this project. Unifi’s quick and simple installation proved ideal for Citrix’s temporary move, and their ability to be reconfigured meant that the pods would provide added flexibility for Citrix when relocating.” Phil Duggan, Director of Unifi comments: “Prior to talking to us, the only solution the client had was partitioning, but this would have incurred dilapidation costs at the end of the lease term. Other pod systems were considered, but a suitable alternative
UKWSL acquire Gold Sustainability status
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KWSL, a leading provider of waste management services, has been awarded Gold status from the Supply Chain Sustainability School. To begin the process of achieving Gold Status UKWSL conducted an extensive self- assessment, analysing their different procedures. Once this was complete UKWSL received a prioritised company action plan which focused on 10 areas of their business. UKWSL invested a considerable amount of time participating in e-learning modules, attending workshops and using tools to help increase their knowledge and complete their action plan. Once UKWSL demonstrated increased sustainable competence and completed a case study on their process they
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were awarded Gold Status and can now actively share their knowledge and experience with others.
An important element of the Gold
Award is education, UKWSL are involved with the community through job fairs and apprenticeships. UKWSL have also recently launched the first phase of the ‘Education Zone’ on their website providing waste and recycling resources to schools, colleges, businesses and households. Schemes have also been set up so UKWSL staff can participate in environmental and charitable projects within work hours to contribute to the community. The Supply Chain Sustainability School was formed by Action Sustainability with the support of 7 founding partners in
2012 aiming to develop sustainability competence in the supply chain. Today the School has grown to 34 partners
and provides the best resources in sustainability. This includes a range of knowledge partners including Trade Associations and Universities; BIFM, BRE, CEEQUAL, CITB and Universities such as Loughborough, Bath, Nottingham, Portsmouth and Royal Holloway.
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wasn’t forthcoming, therefore Unifi offered the best solution. Working in collaboration with M J Flood and Citrix, we were able to meet the client brief and exceed expectations through effective communication and consistent project management.” Rares Miron, Manager Real Estate and Facilities Services EMEA at Citrix Systems Inc., concludes: “MJ Flood and Unifi were able to translate our requirements into a contemporary solution that not only fulfilled our needs but also exceeded our expectations end to end.” For further information contact Boss Design Headquarters, Tel: +44 (0) 1384 455570 or Boss Design London Showroom: Tel: +44 (0) 20 7253 0364. Alternatively, visit
www.boss-design.com
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