INTRODUCTION
SentryOne is a leading provider of database performance monitoring and data DevOps solutions for the Microsoft® data platform in multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Since 2004, thousands of companies such as DocuSign® , Subaru® , and Progressive® have entrusted SentryOne® to build, test, document, and monitor their databases. Whether it is airline tickets, electronic documents, financial information, or health records, SentryOne ensures that each of their customer’s databases is always operating at peak performance.
THE CHALLENGE
Upon outgrowing their previous office space, SentryOne relocated over 130 employees into a 35,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility. As a destination employer, SentryOne wanted a facility that could accommodate growth, as their workforce is expected to grow dramatically in the coming years.
Connor Bright, Systems Integration Engineer at SentryOne and his team were looking for intuitive solutions for every area of their workplace. “Flexibility and scalability were integral to this project,” he explains. “We chose to work with Crestron because we needed a rock-solid technology infrastructure that our organization can depend on both now and in the future.”
The new SentryOne headquarters features a variety of beautifully designed meeting spaces, huddle spaces, a mezzanine which includes hoteling workstations, an impressive training facility, and an event space all powered by Crestron.
THE SOLUTION
Connor and his team deployed end-to-end Crestron solutions throughout the campus. Within the training center, meeting spaces, and huddle rooms, SentryOne utilizes Crestron Flex UC solutions to streamline the experience within each space. The native integration with Microsoft Teams ensures that every room offers employees a simple one-touch experience. “Having the ability to successfully integrate a variety of spaces with different technology while maintaining a consistent user interface and experience has been a huge hit here at SentryOne,” says Bright.
Crestron DM NVX™ network AV technology is used to distribute digital signage, streaming video, and live TV throughout campus. Using DM NVX Director™, the IT department can easily share content anywhere within the office and seamlessly switch between video sources with a touch of a button. Since updating to the latest firmware, the SentryOne team has noticed a significant improvement in image quality thanks to Crestron Pixel Perfect Processing technology.
Crestron Room Scheduling is also used throughout the office. Employees can now easily book and release meeting rooms both in advance and on the fly. “Our employees love being able to walk up to a room and tab ‘book now’ to secure their meeting space for their next meeting,” says Bright.
SentryOne uses Crestron XiO Cloud™ to efficiently deploy, manage, and monitor over 80 devices. “Managing all of our technology with one click has allowed my team to save a significant amount of time when updating our spaces,” says Bright. “Crestron XiO Cloud is used for network settings and changes, device provisioning, and firmware updates. It has significantly improved the deployment and management of our workplace.”
RESULTS
SentryOne empowers Microsoft data professionals to achieve breakthrough performance across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Therefore, it is imperative to deploy technology that is built to support mission-critical applications. With Crestron, SentryOne has a secure and scalable platform that they can depend on. Not only does Crestron technology instill confidence in their team, but it allows all employees to focus on their customers and successfully drive value in other areas of the company.
“As we continue to introduce more technology on campus, Crestron will continue to be our standard. The flexibility that their technology has provided and their support during the completion of this project is truly unmatched.” Greg Gonzalez SentryOne, Founder and Chief Technology Officer
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
