Our Process
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The KBK Process
KBK provides services in 9 simple steps. Our company focuses on checks and balances, systematic workflows, and visual reporting specific to the hospitality industry. The below roadmap demonstrates how our company is able to complete a full-scale FF&E project.
STEP 1
PROJECT KICK-OFF
STEP 2
SPEC & FLOOR PLAN REVIEW
Step 1 : Project Kick-Off
Step 2 : Spec & Floor Plan Review
Step 3 : Quote Comparison & Budget Analysis
Project kick-off meeting with all applicable parties to introduce project management team. In some cases, this could involve reviewing the preliminary budget we assisted in creating earlier in the process.
Our project teams coordinate with the design teams to receive the product specifications and review the floor plans. This also includes our team confirming the take-offs to ensure proper quantity of items. It is through this process that we assist you in compiling a more detailed understanding of the costs associated with each project.
STEP 3
QUOTE COMP AND BUDGET
STEP 4
MODEL ROOM (S)
STEP 5
PURCHASING MANAGEMENT
STEP 6
PRODUCT TRACKING AND LOGISTICS
STEP 7
DELIVERY & INSTALL ANALYSIS
STEP 8
INSTALLATION REPORT
STEP 9
FINAL INSPECTION
KBK will receive, analyze, and negotiate with qualified vendors and ensure that the quality, timing, and price points are within expectations outlined by the client. We confirm product quality and integrity by reviewing samples and maintaining design intent, ensuring the products meet the budget requirements.
Step 4 &5 : Model Room & Purchasing Management
KBK will purchase model room(s) to analyze specifications and ensure the entire team is comfortable with the final products. This step often includes the support of expediting and working with the install team and attending the review if requested.
Working with the chosen suppliers, KBK will manage and oversee the purchasing of all required items for the project providing regular progress reporting, including regular progress, accounting, and submittal reporting.
Our strength comes in the speeds of communication, including quick PO creation/release, quick payment processing, and in some cases, online purchasing of products.
Step 6 : Product Tracking & Logistics
Using our dedicated freight management software, we will begin executing and tracking all products directly from the supplier until they reach their final destination point. This assists us in scheduling the freight date requirements for any long lead time products and stay on top of all delivery progress.
Step 7 : Delivery & Install Analysis
KBK will work with the chosen installation contractor and provide the necessary information to help organize the delivery and installation on all FF&E items. This step has proven to substantially add synergy between the ownership, operator, contractor, and trades and ensures clarity of the work at hand. This communication will ensure that all parties’ needs and expectations are identified, and the original schedule is adhered to.
Step 8 : Installation Reporting
During the installation of the FF&E, our team will remotely oversee the progress of the installation. Reporting will be submitted by our team on a weekly basis unless otherwise specified.
Step 9 : Final Inspection
KBK will remotely manage the deficiency list with ownership and vendors. A schedule for resolution will then be prepared and presented to the appropriate parties