Our history
- 2003
In 2003, a major investment was made in new and innovative AV media technology for meeting rooms in the office towers of an international financial group in Frankfurt am Main. Despite an intensive search, a capable company was not found to operate the system. The desire for a professional company to operate the media technology quickly became apparent - the birth of GMS. - 2008
Initially working for just one major customer, a new shareholder and new management joined GMS in 2008. From this point on, the many years of technical experience and professional services were made available to other customers and international expansion was sought. - Today
Today FORTÉ (formerly GMS) employs specialists in technical planning, IoT, smart building, media technicians and a wide range of talents to successfully complete our projects. Our customer base consists of a number of renowned international companies, including several DAX companies. In addition to our headquarters in Schwalbach, we have also been operating a centrally located showroom in the Westendtower in Frankfurt am Main since fall 2023. - Future
As a future part of FORTÉ, we are actively shaping the future of work - sustainably, innovatively and globally networked. We enable companies, educational institutions and public authorities to create modern working environments in which people, spaces and technology interact optimally. Thanks to FORTÉ's international focus and combined expertise, we set new standards for smart, scalable and future-proof solutions - and remain your reliable local partner. Want to join us?
FORTÉ is an international, manufacturer-independent full-service provider specializing in audio-visual (AV) media technology, video conferencing systems, unified communications and smart buildings.
With professional services and managed services, FORTÉ supports the entire life cycle of media technology, media control and video conferencing systems - from conception to installation and operation. Today, FORTÉ employs specialists in technical planning, IoT, smart building, media technology and a wide range of talents to successfully complete our projects. In addition to its headquarters in Schwalbach near Frankfurt, the company also maintains on-site teams at customers throughout Germany. The service provider is also a member of the GPA - a global association of leading solution providers in the field of unified communications.
"FORTÉ IS THE PARTNER WE WERE LOOKING FOR"
Professionalizing media technology and an intuitive operating concept while taking economic aspects into account were the focal points of the project. FORTÉ provided us with excellent support in these areas and accompanied the project in a customer-friendly manner. This can be seen in a number of other projects that were started or implemented in parallel.
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Our values - Core Values
At FORTÉ, we redesign the modern workplace every day. With
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Curiosity / Wissbegurier
We deliver high-quality performance - and that means always thinking and acting innovatively. We rely on the latest technologies and modern working methods, both in our projects and in our internal processes. This is only possible if each and every one of us is prepared to keep up to date with the latest technical developments, continue to learn and actively contribute new knowledge. For us, curiosity is the key to ensuring excellence in the long term. -
Elevation / Courage
We don't stand still, but continue to develop - professionally, personally and as a team. This requires courage: the courage to take on new challenges, assume responsibility and surpass ourselves. Growth also comes from openly pointing out potential for improvement to each other and giving constructive feedback. This openness - both in giving and accepting - requires courage, but is the basis for our joint success. -
Stewardship / Engagement
As a service provider, our focus is on the customer. We do everything we can to develop, install and support premium solutions. We live this commitment not only externally, but also internally: in our processes, in our cooperation and in our daily dealings with each other. Responsibility and commitment characterize our actions - for our customers as well as for our team. -
Integrity / Fairness
We keep our promises - in project implementation, in our dealings with each other and with our customers and partners. Transparent communication and honest feedback are a matter of course for us. For us, integrity also means acting respectfully and in accordance with the rules at all times, respecting the dignity of each individual, complying with laws, rules and contracts and acting as equals. Fairness is the basis of our trust - both internally and externally. -
Oneness / Unity
We see ourselves as a strong, networked team - across locations and functions. Different perspectives enrich our work and lead to better results. From planning to implementation, every voice counts. This unity in diversity is our strength and the basis for sustainable success.
6 good reasons for working with FORTÉ
Why should you choose FORTÉ as your reliable partner for media technology, unified communications and smart building? Here are 6 reasons that speak for us and our services:
Range of services
Support for your project from start to finish: from consulting and planning to installation and operation, with FORTÉ you have a loyal partner at your side.
Expertise
We owe our many years of expertise first and foremost to our employees and their diverse qualifications, which have grown over the years.
Focus
We know that every project places individual demands on us. Our customers benefit from this user-oriented focus in the technical implementation.
Individuality
We provide you with customized services instead of standard solutions. Requirements differ from project to project. We rely on best practices.
Value orientation
Our daily actions are always guided by the FORTÉ values. We are inquisitive, courageous, committed and fair
Professionalism
All FORTÉ employees are professionals in their field. To ensure that every customer project is a success, FORTÉ relies on top quality and comprehensive certifications.