Premier Farnell – Hybrid-Ready Audio Visual Across 37 Spaces
Premier Farnell Ltd is a global distributor of electronic components and industrial products, operating in over 100 countries with a strong presence across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific.
· Location: Leeds, UK
· Sector: Technology / Distribution
· Project Duration: Multi-phase, completed on-time and within budget
· Overall HQ Refurbishment Value: £7 million
· Scope: 37 spaces including meeting rooms, collaborative zones, reception and conference areas
Project Brief
As part of a major site refurbishment, Premier Farnell appointed AV2000 to modernise their audio visual systems across a wide variety of workspaces. The goal was to implement a reliable, user-friendly AV infrastructure that could support hybrid collaboration, meeting efficiency and building-wide communication.
Common issues faced by users included:
Time-consuming meeting setup due to faulty AV connections.
Poor audio and camera quality in Teams calls.
Inconsistent room booking and low room utilisation.
Ineffective display sizes in larger spaces.
Limited digital signage and internal messaging capabilities.
“It was crucial for us to appoint a partner with the experience and flexibility to overcome any unforeseen challenges that would occur during the project, such as dealing with unexpected contractor delays.
With over 25 years’ experience in the industry, we knew that AV2000 had the ability to meet all of these challenges head-on. We had no doubt they would deliver the world-class AV solutions required, whilst not compromising our timetable or budget.””
Our Solution
As specialists in the professional design, planning, installation and commissioning of audio visual systems, we were able to deliver a scalable AV ecosystem built around intuitive control, Microsoft Teams Room technology, and a seamless user experience.
The project was completed in three core phases to align with the main construction programme:
Conference rooms
Collaboration and general meeting spaces
Executive offices
Key Technologies:
Microsoft Teams Room systems – One-touch join, remote-friendly setups
Auto-tracking PTZ cameras – Seamless video for hybrid meetings
Beamforming microphone arrays – Full-room voice pickup
Interactive touch displays – Annotation and control for dynamic collaboration
Digital signage – Building-wide info screens with live content
Room booking panels – Real-time availability and walk-up booking
Centralised AV control systems – Eliminated need for remote controls
To ensure buy-in and accuracy, we hosted proof-of-concept sessions and demos, allowing the client to experience the latest AV innovations before final decisions.
Results
Premier Farnell now benefit from future-proof, hybrid-ready AV infrastructure that:
Reduces meeting startup time to seconds
Enhances communication across global teams
Maximises room utilisation with live booking visibility
Provides a seamless user experience across all spaces
Improves the professional experience for both staff and visitors
Post-Installation Support
We provided full handover training for the internal IT support team, ensuring immediate usability. Ongoing support ensures the solution remains up-to-date and continues delivering value long-term.
“AV2000 helped us create a consistent, reliable experience across our offices. The new audio visual setup has completely transformed how we collaborate, both in person and remotely.”
Paul Ascroft, Head of Service Management, Premier Farnell
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