Microsoft Teams Insider Rolling Out 200 Teams Rooms globally in 90 Days and driving savings at SCOR
May 7, 2025
Reto Schadegg, Global IT Infrastructure Manager at SCOR, leads the rollout of 200 Microsoft Teams Rooms across 35 countries in just 90 days. He discusses the meticulous vendor selection that made Neat Bar Pro the core device for most rooms. The effort resulted in a remarkable 40% reduction in operational costs and streamlined support with only 1.5 personnel for 200 rooms. Reto also highlights SCOR's ongoing transition to Teams Phone, aiming to eliminate desk phones and achieve significant telecom savings.
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Rapid 200 Rooms Global Rollout
- SCOR rolled out 200 Microsoft Teams Rooms across 35 countries in just 90 days despite an original plan of six to nine months.
- Prior foundational work from 2018 enabled this rapid, large-scale deployment with minimal delays.
Test Devices Before Selection
- Test all vendor devices hands-on before deciding for a large deployment.
- Rely on both technology quality and vendor support to choose the right partner.
Setup Now Quicker Than Installation
- Modern Teams Rooms hardware and software enable setup in under five minutes.
- Physical installation now takes longer than system configuration with cloud-based management.