A European biotechnology company focused on antibody therapeutics expanded its Tokyo headquarters onto a new floor. mtc delivered the IT, AV, cabling and security integration, handing the floor over on time and fully operational.
Client
European biotechnology company
Industry
Biotechnology and pharmaceutical R&D
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Services
AV integration, IT infrastructure, Structured cabling, Physical security, Project management
The network, Wi-Fi and security on the new floor match the global standards the client already runs.
On this page
200+
New workstations added
15
New video conferencing meeting rooms
The challenge
The new floor had to behave like the existing office
The client runs scientific work that depends on a secure, high-performance workplace, with reliable video conferencing, enterprise IT and physical security aligned with global compliance standards. The new floor had to match the design, functionality and user experience of the existing office, fit the systems used across Europe and the US, and be ready to meet handover targets.
Key challenges
- Aligning Japanese construction and vendor coordination with European technical requirements and workflows
- Keeping global stakeholders informed with reporting, documentation and technical alignment
- Installing all hardware and cabling on a compressed schedule
- Building systems that are secure, easy to support and flexible for future changes
Our role
Fifteen rooms built to one design
Participants walk in, start a call and present with minimal setup
mtc installed Crestron Flex video conferencing systems in all new meeting rooms, pre-configured for Microsoft Teams, Zoom and direct HDMI input. Each room has table microphones, ceiling speakers and an integrated touchpanel for control and volume, plus auto-wake triggered by occupancy sensors and a pre-set schedule. The consistent design across rooms reduces the learning curve for staff.
The new floor matches the IP ranges and port assignments of the global network
The network backbone was extended to the new floor with high-speed CAT6A cabling, a centralised patch panel installation, and equipment racks with UPS support for redundant power. mtc built an additional server room with networking infrastructure and provided secure Wi-Fi coverage on the global-standard WAP configuration. Working with the international IT team at the client, mtc matched IP ranges, switch configurations and port assignments to existing global standards.
Authorised staff broadcast to one paging zone or several from reception
mtc installed an office-wide paging system covering key zones across the expansion area for general announcements, emergency alerts and service messages. The system is integrated with the AV rack and controlled from a wall-mounted interface in reception.
Access control follows the global credential system
mtc extended the building access control system with secure proximity card readers. New entry and internal doors received contactless badge readers, electric strike locks and motion sensors for automated relocking. IP-based CCTV cameras were added to cover main entry points, the server room and hallways, with all feeds streaming to the central security management platform used across the other global offices.
Scope
One bilingual team from design to handover
Procurement and installation were delivered in-house at mtc, with one point of contact throughout.
Scope delivered
- Additional server room with networking infrastructure
- CAT6A cabling and centralised patch panels
- Equipment racks with UPS support
- Secure Wi-Fi to global standards
- Office-wide paging system
- Access control and CCTV extension
Results
Meeting rooms in daily use from the first day of occupancy
All systems were tested, documented and signed off by both local and international teams.
No punch list items outstanding at handover
AV systems delivered clear audio and video across all call types
Security and access systems went live, synchronised with existing protocols
mtc continues to provide maintenance, lifecycle equipment planning and minor works
Who does the work
Three things clients ask us about before anything else.
One bilingual team
Our in-house team works in English and Japanese, from design reviews with your global stakeholders to coordination with building management on site. One team carries your project from start to finish.
Licensed and compliant
mtc is a licensed telecommunications construction contractor (Kanagawa Governor Permit, General-6, No. 92487). We plan and deliver every project in line with Japanese regulatory requirements, building rules and landlord conditions.
Resident team, valid work status
Everyone working on your project, from project managers to engineers, is a resident of Japan with a valid work status. You always know exactly who is on site and that they are permitted to be there.
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