SITUATION:
A prestigious private University in the heart of Washington, DC, Georgetown had limited video & audio production resources of its own, resulting in regular cost outlays for sound and video systems for events. Recognizing an opportunity to reduce costs, Georgetown decided to undertake an overhaul of its existing infrastructure in the historic Riggs Library and President's Hall.

APPROACH:
QRS conducted an in-depth assessment of Georgetown's existing on-site resources including interviews with faculty and staff. The resulting Business Requirements Document (BRD) provided Georgetown with a detailed outline of their needs versus their capacity, and a series of specific recommendations and options for designs and equipment to bridge the gap. All recommendations and options included budget, personnel and timeline estimates. The BRD, provided the University with the critical information to make resource allocation decisions with a complete understanding of the short and long-term effects and benefits for their organization.

RESULT:
With the University's requirements to preserve the historical integrity of the spaces involved, QRS designed a sound system for the Riggs Library and Presidents' Hall with sound reinforcement, record and playback capability that blends with the aesthetics of the room. QRS designed and equipped a user-friendly and portable control system and trained University staff to operate the system. The University can now service it's own production needs in these spaces providing vastly increased flexibility, and ongoing cost savings.