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supply chain efficiency, and customer service excellence. Mark Fernandes, President and CEO of Functional Devices, and his team have been eager collaborators who have consistently demonstrated that the customer is at the heart of what they do, their commitment to partnership and quality makes them an invaluable partner and deserving of this award.”
stop shop that enables customers to reduce their carbon footprint by consolidating purchases – saving an estimated 100,000 cardboard boxes per year.
“ The growing demand for energy-efficient and resilient data center infrastructure presents significant opportunities. We are expanding our product offerings in power monitoring, environmental controls, and smart automation solutions tailored to data centers. Our strategy focuses on providing high-quality, readily available solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reliability.”
One quality in particular, however, that gives Kele the competitive edge is its commitment to superior supply chain management. The care the company gives its customers is extended to its supplier relationships, and Kele goes above and beyond to spotlight the excellence within this field.
“ We maintain strong supplier relationships through rigorous quality control, ongoing performance evaluations, and collaborative initiatives. The Supplier of the Year Award, now an annual program, recognizes partners who excel in product quality, service reliability, and innovation,” Jonathan says.“ Functional Devices was selected as the first recipient for their outstanding product performance,
Smarter, more sustainable systems
Looking to the future, Kele will be prioritizing growth in new, emerging markets, placing a strategic focus on data centers in particular. As the wider industry changes over the course of the next few years, Kele is dedicated to innovating and investing in the best strategies to secure a stable, sustainable future for all its customers. Concluding our interview, it’ s clear to see that Kele is wellpositioned to continue its legacy as the partner of choice across the BAS sector. As our conversation draws to a close, Jonathan hones in on Kele’ s mission as it continues to support its customers everywhere.
“ At Kele, our mission remains clear: to simplify building automation by providing unmatched product selection, expert support, and efficient solutions. Kele has a longstanding reputation for its serviceoriented culture both internally and externally, serving as the keystone that supports its customers’ businesses. At Kele, we are excited about the road ahead and look forward to helping our customers build smarter, more sustainable systems.” ■
▶ Jonathan Collins
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