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Why Kinly?
Creating meaningful experiences with innovative, secure and sustainable AV solutions
We are a full-service AV and UCC integrator, collaborating with our global clients to deliver their workplace ambitions through expert consultancy, groundbreaking solutions and world-class support services. Working at the very intersection of people, places and technology, we connect teams and businesses for seamless user experiences and better collaboration, wherever they are in the world.
The world’s leading organisations rely on Kinly to overcome their biggest challenges and realise their greatest ambitions. With a diverse and global network of the industry’s best talent, top tier technology partnerships and a commitment to innovation, security and sustainability, we consistently deliver meaningful experiences that are blazing the trail for a greener future.
Our approach
We know that embarking on a digital transformation journey is a big step for any business. Using our proven people, process, technology approach, we make the process as easy as possible, taking care of everything from solution design and project management through to integration and training and adoption. We back that up with the AV industry’s leading support services to ensure you unlock the full potential of your technology investment.
Consultancy
Identifying your challenges and how to overcome them, as well as your goals and how to achieve them, to bring even the most challenging visions to life.
Solution design
Meeting your physical, technical and support requirements through custom designs and intelligence gathered by collaborating with our expert consultant teams.
Build and integrate
Delivering your audio-visual projects on time, fully documented and in budget with a focus on innovation, sustainability and security.
Support and manage
Supporting your AV equipment far beyond the installation phase with specialist services including helpdesk support, maintenance, remote management, and on-site managed services.
Track and improve
Teaching your people how to use their new audio-visual technology efficiently for maximum return on your investment with hybrid or on-site training, resources and tools.
Creating a better world through AV innovation
Kinly’s DNA is built on an established foundation of innovation, security and sustainability. Plus, with a commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable industry for all, we ensure the solutions we provide and the efforts we take work for your people, our people, and the planet.![Kinly Hybrid Managed Service](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%202024/Support%20Services/Kinly%20Hybrid%20Managed%20Service.jpg?width=960&height=540&name=Kinly%20Hybrid%20Managed%20Service.jpg)
Security
Security is embedded into everything we do at Kinly. Our scalable and futureproof security services safeguard the critical information assets of our global customers.
Security
We incorporate world-class cybersecurity practices using a secure by design approach. This supports the successful deployment of all AV and IT technologies while applying best practice design principles throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Processes, accreditations and standards:
- ISO 27001
- Cyber Essentials
- Cyber Essentials Plus
- CIS
- ISO
- NIST
- OWASP
- Gov Assure
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Sustainability
All Kinly people are united by a passion for improving the world we live in. We are focussed on being the most sustainable business we can be, while ensuring our solutions help our customers meet their sustainability targets.
Sustainability
Using our sustainability by design principles, we fully consider sustainability and social value at every stage of the value chain, from discovery and product selection, through to installation, optimisation and end-of-life. Internally, Kinly we focus on three pillars of sustainability; reducing carbon footprint, creating inclusive careers and helping people connect.
Sustainability credentials:
- EcoVadis
- ISO 14001 and Eco-Lighthouse
- Women in Tech
- Living Wage Employer
- Disability Confident
- Science-based Targets.
![Kinly software release management](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%202024/Support%20Services/Kinly%20software%20release%20management.jpg?width=960&height=540&name=Kinly%20software%20release%20management.jpg)
Innovation
Envisioning and implementing groundbreaking solutions that elevate the customer experience and transform the world of work.
Innovation
We are strategically focused on delivering AV excellence through the power of innovation. We have developed an internal taskforce spearheaded by our Global Head of Innovation which is focussed on empowering our customers to achieve more through six key pillars:
- Disruptive technologies
- Incumbent innovations
- New products and services
- New partnerships
- Internal innovation
- Thought leadership
![Kinly Service Reviews](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%202024/Support%20Services/Kinly%20Service%20Reviews.jpg?width=960&height=540&name=Kinly%20Service%20Reviews.jpg)
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI)
We are committed to inspiring meaningful change across our business and the entire AV community.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Kinly is on a journey to creating a working environment which is as inclusive, responsible and welcoming as possible. We want to shape a workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves and feel both empowered and encouraged to succeed. While we know that we’re not yet perfect, we are taking great strides to achieve our goals:
- Disability Confident employer
- LGBTQIA+ and female-led ERGs
- Women in Tech partner
- Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
- Member of Neurodiversity in Business
- Publishing our first ever CSR strategy
- £60,000 raised for charity in 2023-24
Working together for a better future
At Kinly, we know that the biggest and most positive impact we can have is in enabling our clients to become as sustainable as possible through innovative AV solutions. We also know we have a duty to make sure we are operating our own organisation responsibly.
Our approach to CSR focuses on how we can become the most sustainable business we can be, while ensuring the solutions we deliver help our clients realise their environmental and social ambitions.
Kinly's CSR Strategy
Our CSR strategy outlines our commitment to improving the world around us, and creating inclusive opportunities, nurturing early careers and tackling digital exclusion to ensure that the AV industry is accessible for all.Our leadership
We are focussed on growing the great leaders of tomorrow. Our people are unified by an allegiance to building an organisation where diversity, inclusion and community are integral to our culture, identity and success.
![Tom-Martin](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Tom-Martin.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Tom-Martin.jpg)
Tom Martin
![Marcel van den Broek](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Marcel%20van%20den%20Broek.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Marcel%20van%20den%20Broek.jpg)
Marcel van den Broek
![Philip-Schokking (1)](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Philip-Schokking%20(1).jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Philip-Schokking%20(1).jpg)
Philip Schokking
![Bastiaan van der Vis-1](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bastiaan%20van%20der%20Vis-1.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Bastiaan%20van%20der%20Vis-1.jpg)
Bastiaan van der Vis
![Katy-Thorpe-sq (1)](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Katy-Thorpe-sq%20(1).jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Katy-Thorpe-sq%20(1).jpg)
Katy Thorpe
![Taj-Ghere-3 (1)](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Taj-Ghere-3%20(1).jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Taj-Ghere-3%20(1).jpg)
Taj Ghere
![Jens-Haviken](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jens-Haviken.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Jens-Haviken.jpg)
Jens Haviken
![Joe Edore](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Joe%20Edore.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Joe%20Edore.jpg)
Joe Edore
![Bart-Donkersloot](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bart-Donkersloot.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Bart-Donkersloot.jpg)
Bart Donkersloot
![Jeaneth-Morum](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jeaneth-Morum_2023-04-05-222436_cpsa.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Jeaneth-Morum_2023-04-05-222436_cpsa.jpg)
Jeaneth Mørum
![Jody-Moffat](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jody-Moffat-sq.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Jody-Moffat-sq.jpg)
Jody Moffat
![Jean Paul Lemmens](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(15).png?width=320&height=320&name=MicrosoftTeams-image%20(15).png)
Jean Paul Lemmens
![Simon Watson](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Our%20specialists/Simon%20Watson.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Simon%20Watson.jpg)
Simon Watson
![Rhea Horlock](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Our%20specialists/Rhea%20Horlock.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Rhea%20Horlock.jpg)
Rhea Horlock
![Anouk-Utens](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Anouk-Utens.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Anouk-Utens.jpg)
Anouk Utens
![Andy Nichols](https://www.kinly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Andy%20Nichols.jpg?width=320&height=320&name=Andy%20Nichols.jpg)
Andy Nicholls
Our history
Our history began in 1998, but on February 6th 2018, Viju and VisionsConnected joined forces to become Kinly. Follow the timeline to see our milestones.
2020
Kinly announces the acquisition of AVMI – a leading global AV-integrator and managed services provider, headquartered in UK.2017
Avedon Capital Partners acquires Viju and VisionsConnected to create a leading global provider of video conferencing solutions.2017
Avedon Capital Partners acquires Viju.2015
Viju launches industry leading VijuCloud service (now called KinlyCloud).2013
Viju expands APAC operations with new office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.2011
Viju acquires division of Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies.2010
Viju acquires CityIS Group and expands presence in USA, UK, Netherlands and Singapore.2007
Visions Connected was founded in Amsterdam.1999
City IS was founded in Scotland.1998
Infoteknikk was founded in Stavanger Norway.Understanding your workplace
Kinly and all our people fully understand the challenges facing businesses wanting to optimise their hybrid workplace in 2024, and beyond. From replacing inadequate hybrid working solutions installed during the pandemic and attracting employees back to the office, through to embracing new technologies and meeting ESG goals, we help our clients achieve their digital workplace ambitions.
We have the expertise, resource and capacity required to gain a full understanding of your working environment and goals. By collaborating closely with your teams, we design, integrate and support leading-edge AV solutions that work to create and improve inclusivity, sustainability and wellbeing.
Trusted Connections 2024
Based on insights from 425 AV professionals in enterprise-level companies across the UK, Germany, Netherlands, and the Nordics, our Trusted Connections research is back, and better than ever!
Certifications
In line with our commitment to innovation, quality, security, sustainability and DE&I, we hold a number of industry accreditations that affirm our aspirations to lead the way in creating a more innovative, sustainable and responsible AV industry.
![ISO 27001](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/ISO%2027001.png)
![iso45001](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/iso45001.png)
![iso9001](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/iso9001.png)
![ISO_14001](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/ISO_14001.png)
![cts-logo.png](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/Certifications/cts-logo.png.png)
![cts-i-logo](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/Certifications/cts-i-logo.png)
![cts-d-logo](https://www.kinly.com/hubfs/Certifications/cts-d-logo.png)
Why Kinly?
Bringing people and technology together for better productivity wherever the work happens – because great things happen when people work together.
Experienced
Dedicated expertise in planning, supplying, integrating and managing AV systems integration and remote collaboration services.
Proven
Globally recognised businesses relying on us for secure and flexible meeting and collaboration services.
Independent
A leading partner with the world’s top vendors to deliver the best choice of solutions for public and private sector businesses.
Scale
An end-to-end provider of workspace transformation services with worldwide presence.
25+
Years Experience
2500+
Customers
500+
Accredited Specialists
€290 M
Annual Turnover
1100+
Employees Worldwide
90%
Customer Retention
24x7
Global Support
20
Offices in 11 Countries