Hi Chris,
Thanks for the response
Yes, exactly that. When we used to order APs from Cisco you could order as single units or a 10 pack which came as a single carton and thin cardboard divides between the APs - it certainly cut down on the amount of cardboard waste. We have just ordered 600 APs for delivery in June, and am alreaady dreading the unboxing process. I know that APs weigh considerably more in recent years certainly the 6GHz units, so 10 units may not always be possible - but even in 5's or 8's I think the waste would be cut down.
Regarding brackets, each AP comes with an 'APBR-U' metal ceiling mouting bracket in the box. However, as the Mist APs fit onto Cisco AP brackets which we already have installed, when we swap out we leave the existing bracket in place. We have installed 1,500 APs to date, and only used the provided brackets for around 300 - so recently we sent 1,000 never used brackets for recycle. Would have been great if we could order APs without the bracket, as sure we are not the only company in a similar situation - or alternatively if we could have returned them to Juniper and they could have been reused, but despite asking a few times this did not appear to be possible.
Thanks
Alex
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ALEX ISRAEL
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-25-2024 20:27
From: Chris Demers
Subject: ASK-ME-ANYTHING with Juniper Director: Product sustainability & Earth Week!
Dear Alex,
We appreciate your ideas to make us better. We've made some big advances in packaging recently (trying to prioritize reducing plastics and ridding ourselves of single use plastics). Are you thinking 10+ APs in a single box or something smaller?
On the bracket issue, we will follow up with you. We want to understand the exact items you are talking about. We will find a solution to avoid identified waste.
Thanks, Chris
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Chris Demers
Original Message:
Sent: 04-22-2024 14:01
From: ALEX ISRAEL
Subject: ASK-ME-ANYTHING with Juniper Director: Product sustainability & Earth Week!
Hi, thanks for the opportunity to ask questions and make suggestions.
Why do Juniper not offer an option to buy multiple access points in a single box (10 or more under a single SKU) when other vendors have been offering this option for many years, therefore cutting down on packaging?
Will there ever be an option to order switches with brackets already attached, and other parts (console cables) removed?
Its great that Juniper APs fit on existing vendor brackets - but it means I have hundreds of unused band new Juniper AP brackets and no way to return them or order the APs without brackets in the first place.
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ALEX ISRAEL
Original Message:
Sent: 04-16-2024 11:18
From: Kyla Jiayi Zhao
Subject: ASK-ME-ANYTHING with Juniper Director: Product sustainability & Earth Week!
Hi Innovators!
In the IT networking industry, sustainability plays a crucial role in responsible resource management and reducing our environmental impact. As part of Earth Week celebrations, we're excited to announce a unique opportunity to get your sustainability questions answered by our very own Sustainability Director, Chris Demers!
Here's the scoop:
- This will be an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session taking place from April 22nd to 26th during Earth Week.
- From now to April 26th, you can post your questions on this page at any time, and Director Chris Demers will pop in to answer your questions.
- Feel free to collect questions from your colleagues who aren't yet part of the community and post them here on their behalf. If they'd like to join in on the conversation and future events, they can simply reach out to insights@juniper.net.
Why participate?
- This is your chance to get insights directly from company leadership on sustainability initiatives, specifically within the IT networking industry.
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Here are some question ideas to get you started:
- What are Juniper's biggest sustainability goals for the coming year?
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- Are there any upcoming projects from Juniper focused on responsible e-waste management for networking equipment?
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to learn, engage, and make a difference!
We look forward to your questions!
Innovators Circle Team
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Kyla Jiayi Zhao
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