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Vivacity, an educational technology company, celebrates its growth with a new facility in Greenville, SC, focusing on support for schools and technology.
Greenville, SC – Vivacity, an educational technology company, is marking its expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new flagship facility in the Axial Crossroads logistics park on October 8. The new headquarters, which spans 67,000 square feet near Interstate 185, is a significant step in the company’s growth strategy.
Founded in 2018, Vivacity has successfully supported over 1 million devices in more than 2,000 school districts across Nationwide. The company focuses on helping schools make the most of their limited resources and technology investments, particularly amid a surge in demand for service and support for Google Chromebooks in K-12 classrooms.
Vivacity’s facility in Greenville is positioned to serve as a main hub for operations, including shipping, assembly, and research and development. The company’s CEO and founder highlights the site’s strategic importance, referring to it as “our crown jewel.” Initially, the facility will employ around 100 staff, with plans to scale up to about 400 employees in the future.
The Greenville facility will be Vivacity’s largest production, distribution, and repair center. As part of its commitment to innovation, the research and development efforts at the site will focus on improving assembly and repair processes. The facility will house new equipment such as laser etching and vinyl wrapping printers, which will provide customization options for school districts.
Commitment to Community and Education
Vivacity operates as a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), prioritizing people, planet, and profit. The company’s mission extends beyond financial success, aiming to empower educators and students through sustainable technology solutions. In line with this mission, Vivacity supports local organizations such as Mill Village Ministries, Front Porch Housing, the Julie Valentine Center, and Loaves and Fishes.
Moreover, Vivacity has established a Repair Academy program, which offers training in technology maintenance and repair skills to students at no cost to schools. The curriculum consists of 60 to 100 hours of training, ultimately benefiting educational institutions financially while simultaneously fostering the development of future talent for a technology-driven society.
Growth Amid Rising Demand
The decision to establish a new facility in Greenville comes amid increasing demands for service and support for educational technology products. Vivacity currently has a presence in several major cities, including St. Paul, MN, Chicago, and Denver, but the Greenville site will play a crucial role in meeting the evolving needs of schools and expanding the company’s national footprint.
Overall, Vivacity’s new flagship facility is poised to enhance its operational capabilities, foster local employment, and contribute to educational advancements, consistent with its guiding principles of community engagement and sustainable practices.
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- Upstate Business Journal: New Vivacity Facility Seeks to Make Greenville an Education Technology Hub
- Wikipedia: Educational Technology
- Upstate Business Journal: Vivacity Launches New Facility in Greenville, South Carolina
- Google Search: Vivacity company
- Upstate Business Journal: Vivacity Education Technology Facility Opens in Greenville
- Google Scholar: Educational Technology Solutions
- Upstate Business Journal: Greenville Economic Development & Vivacity
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Technology
- Upstate Business Journal: Vivacity Community Commitment
- Google News: Vivacity Education Technology
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