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58 I ICT TODAY BICSI Completes Expansion and Modernization of World Headquarters The updated facility features an expanded BICSI Learning Academy and advanced technology integration BICSI enters a new era of modern- ization with the conclusion of Project Refresh, a complete update and remodel of its World Head- quarters in Tampa, Florida. The construction project involved many months of pre-planning and included substantial technological and configuration enhancements to its interior workspaces and the BICSI Learning Academy. Modern, collaborative and sustainable, the remodeled BICSI World Headquarters is a state-of-the- art facility befitting of the global leader of information and commu- nications technology (ICT) education, certification and standards. The headquarters is an intelligent building complete with new and redesigned technology infrastructure and complex systems, including distributed antenna system (DAS), upgraded power over Ethernet (PoE) CCTV security, optical fiber cabling enhancements to improve wide area network (WAN) reliability, advanced sound masking and paging, fully- integrated 4K input/output design, wireless microphone and array microphone technology, any-to-any switching by room, light-emitting diode (LED) lighting and PoE lighting systems. In addition to optimizing overall building performance, enhancements made to headquarters contribute to a more sustainable and eco-friendly facility through the conservation of thermal and electrical energy. Upgraded cabling with greater power efficiency and limited environmen- The new BICSI Learning Academy includes a large, contemporary student lounge, café, media area and open view of a modern equipment room. "The world-class BICSI Learning Academy has served thousands of individuals across the globe. The updates made to our training facilities will ensure we are equipped to serve thousands more going into the future." —BICSI President Jeff Beavers, RCDD, OSP tal impact in the manufacturing process was installed as part of the building update.