Amazon
A fully custom mobile workstation system engineered to Amazon's exact production and operational specifications.
The Challenge
Amazon Studios operates one of the largest streaming content production pipelines in the world. As the volume and complexity of their original content grew, so did the logistical burden of managing production equipment across multiple studio facilities and on-location shoots. Their existing workflow relied on assembling temporary workstations from loose equipment at each new production site — a process that was time-consuming, inconsistent, and prone to cable management issues.
Setup for a typical production workspace took approximately 45 minutes to an hour, requiring a dedicated crew of three to four technicians to unpack, rack, cable, and test each component. Equipment needed to move between buildings and across campuses on a regular basis, yet standard AV furniture and off-the-shelf rack solutions lacked the portability, protection, and integrated power distribution Amazon's operations team required. They needed a mobile workstation platform that could be standardized across their production facilities while remaining fully customizable to the specific gear configurations each team used.
The Solution
Bigfoot designed and built a fully custom mobile workstation system specifically for Amazon's production team. Working directly with their operations group through multiple rounds of design review, every aspect of the system was engineered to their exact specifications. The configuration was based on the Bigfoot Double Rack platform, modified with custom rack depths, specialized power distribution with isolated circuits for sensitive computing equipment, and integrated cable management channels that keep all connections organized and protected during transport.
The system incorporated mounting positions for production monitors, editing workstations, and networking equipment in a single rolling platform. Custom drawer storage was added for peripherals and accessories, and the hinged lid design allows the entire system to be secured and locked down for transport between facilities. Power conditioning and UPS integration were built into the design to protect equipment from voltage fluctuations common in older studio buildings. Every component was selected and positioned to match Amazon's specific content production workflow, ensuring operators could transition from one project to the next without reconfiguring the cart.
The Results
The custom Bigfoot system eliminated the compromises of off-the-shelf solutions and transformed Amazon's production deployment process. Setup time dropped from approximately 45 minutes to under 10 minutes — operators simply roll the cart into position, open the lid, connect a single power feed, and they are ready to work. The crew required for deployment was reduced from three to four technicians down to a single operator, freeing technical staff for higher-value production tasks.
The systems have been deployed across multiple Amazon Studios facilities, providing a standardized yet flexible production platform that maintains consistency regardless of location. Equipment damage during transport has been virtually eliminated thanks to the Bigfoot system's shock-mounted rack rails and locking lid design. Amazon has estimated approximately 30% cost savings in annual equipment maintenance and replacement compared to their previous loose-equipment workflow. The success of the initial deployment led to additional orders as other Amazon production teams adopted the Bigfoot platform for their own workflows. Contact us to learn how a custom Bigfoot system can streamline your enterprise production operations.
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