Executing Foliot's high-volume university installation at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

Project Overview
Foliot was tasked with managing a high volume of furniture deliveries under a tight timeline at Cal Poly Humboldt in Arcata. The project faced significant building access challenges, including elevator downtime, which threatened to disrupt the flow of product. CPM One Source was brought in to transform an overburdened delivery schedule into an on-time and fully completed installation.

Services:
* Furniture Installation & Assembly
* Logistics & Delivery Management
* Onsite Project Coordination
* Schedule Management

Challenges
* Compressed Timeline: A heavy workload was compressed into a short installation window, leaving no room for error.
* Elevator Failure: One elevator went down during the project, creating immediate bottlenecks in moving product to the appropriate floors.
* Schedule Pressure: There was a critical need to stay ahead of daily timelines and punch list items to ensure the project did not fall behind.

Solutions
1. Strategic Crew Deployment
CPM deployed a full professional crew capable of managing all deliveries and installations efficiently. By taking over daily coordination, the team reduced strain on the client’s staff and took full control of the workflow and sequencing.

2. Adaptive Logistics Mangement
Despite the elevator limitations, the team maintained a steady workflow by organizing movement and sequencing tasks effectively. The crew worked extended days when necessary to accelerate output and stay ahead of schedule.

3. Key Personnel Leadership
Manny stood out as a top performer, organizing and managing truck offloads to keep product moving efficiently and preventing delays as each trailer arrived. Stephen focused on the interior, handling furniture placement and assisting with room stripping to ensure each floor stayed on pace. Their strong work ethic and speed helped maintain daily momentum.

OUTCOME
Under the direction of Project Manager Chris Afetian, CPM delivered a high-performance execution. The crew successfully overcame access limitations and maintained quality from start to finish. The project was completed on time, damage-free, and received strong endorsements from both client and university leadership.