Combat Communications and Information Systems (CIS) School Case Study

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About the Client

Overview

Part of the Armoured Fighting Vehicle School Regiment (AFVSR) within the Combat Manoeuvre Centre, the school serves as the British Army's primarytraining hub for individual tactical communications and mounted close combat signals. Located at Allenby Barracks, Bovington, the updated AV equipment within the CIS School has provided the instructional staff with the tools to enhance their training delivery.
AFVSR Mission: Deliver safe technical AFV and CIS training in a tactical context, maximise talent, and optimise training in order to improve Combined Arms Manoeuvre proficiency across the Army.

Requirement

The CIS School required 21 classrooms setup that would:

  • Delivers individual, initial and subsequent trade training for soldiers and officers.

Solution

21 Classrooms were installed with a combination of single and dual Akhter displays

The installation included:

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Display: 86” & 98" Akhter Silicon View Interactive Touchscreens.
  • Large-format interactive display for clear visuals and collaboration.
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Result

Akhter Professional Services began the project with a detailed site survey, carefully evaluating the client’slocation to identify specific requirements, potential challenges, and theoptimal placement of equipment.

This assessment formed thefoundation for a tailored solution that met the unique demands of the Ministryof Defence (MoD) environment. The project was expertly managed by Akhter’sexperienced team, who brought extensive expertise from MoD, Blue Light, Educational,and NHS projects. They developed a high-level technical design and ensured aseamless, efficient workflow from start to finish. Akhter’s skilled installation team then executed the setup with precision, integrating every component of the AV system flawlessly and effectively addressing any on-site challenges.

Following installation, Akhter’safter-sales team conducted hands-on training sessions with the client’steaching staff, ensuring they were confident in operating the system’s featuresand functions. To guarantee long-term reliability, Akhter provided a comprehensive three-year next-day support, warranty, and maintenance package. The successfulimplementation of Akhter AV Systems has transformed the classroom andpresentation experiences at the Combat Manoeuvre Centre, demonstrating Akhter Computers’ commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional client satisfaction.

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