Public safety never stands still. Teams expand, technology advances, and expectations for operator wellness continue to rise. The spaces where dispatchers work must evolve too, not just to keep up, but to lead the way. No two centers are the same, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work in mission-critical environments. Each layout has its own challenges, meaning the solution has to do more than fit the room; it has to anticipate change, solve for complexity, and support the people who bring it all together.
That’s where Apollo comes in. Purpose-built for the next era of emergency communications, Apollo brings together adaptability, endurance, and human-centered design to redefine what a console can do. From its compact footprint to its intelligent controls, every element is engineered to anticipate the needs of 24/7 environments now and well into the future.
Apollo isn’t just built to last. It’s designed to evolve.
Space inside an ECC is always at a premium, and Apollo helps make more of it.
Its compact footprint and flexible top shapes allow more positions to fit within the same room. At the same time, under-monitor technology storage eliminates the need for bulky side units, opening up sightlines, improving circulation, and keeping layouts adaptable for the future.
Unlike traditional consoles, Apollo’s design lets centers expand or reconfigure without starting from scratch. As technology evolves or staffing increases, the same investment can scale, adjust, and continue to serve operators for years to come.
Why it matters:
Technology defines workflow, and Apollo was designed to evolve with it.
Its curved worksurface and electronic focal depth adjustments make it easy to accommodate large or curved monitors, improving both visibility and posture. Monitors can even be lowered below the worksurface, clearing sightlines to video walls and helping dispatchers maintain awareness of the entire room.
Two-sided tech access ensures IT teams can easily service, upgrade, or replace equipment without dismantling the workspace. And whether a center still uses full-size PCs or has moved to compact units, Apollo’s bridge storage provides the flexibility to handle both.
Why it matters:
Durability isn’t optional when your center runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Apollo is engineered from precision-formed steel to deliver more than a decade of continuous performance, backed by Watson’s 40+ years designing for 911 and public safety.
Its intelligent structural design reduces installation time, improves stability, and ensures long-term reliability. The result is a console that performs flawlessly under pressure shift after shift, year after year.
Why it matters:
Public safety is in constant motion, and so is Apollo.
Its modular design and scalable configurations allow agencies to adapt as technology changes, teams grow, or spaces expand. Whether it’s a remodel, a relocation, or a brand-new build, Apollo brings flexibility to every step of the process.
For new centers, Apollo integrates seamlessly with other workspace furniture to maintain visual and functional consistency throughout the building. For remodels, it fits into existing layouts with minimal disruption.
Apollo gives every stakeholder, from dispatchers to directors, a reason to breathe easier, knowing their investment was made for the long haul.
Every dispatcher has their own comfort zone, and with Apollo it isn’t just personal, it’s programmable.
Through its RFID-enabled comfort profiles, operators can save up to three personalized settings for height, lighting, and climate. Sit down at any console, scan your card, and the station instantly adjusts to you. The result? A space that feels familiar, supportive, and ready to go, shift after shift.
A responsive touchscreen puts every control within reach: height, focal depth, heating, fans, and ambient lighting can all be adjusted with a tap. And with fully electronic height and depth movement, there’s no physical exertion or mechanical resistance - just smooth, precise motion that responds instantly.
Operators stay focused and comfortable for longer periods, and centers benefit from fewer distractions, reduced strain, and improved overall performance.
The future of dispatch furniture isn’t about doing one thing better. It’s about designing a system that improves everything: space efficiency, technology integration, and long-term reliability.
Apollo delivers all of that and more.
Compact, adaptable, and built to last, Apollo reflects Watson’s belief that great design doesn’t just meet today’s demands, it anticipates tomorrow’s.
See it in action.
Explore Apollo’s full feature set and downloadable resources on our product page or get inspired by the Apollo Lookbook.
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