With the rising necessity for remote work in today's digital age, and especially so after the COVID-19 pandemic, modern-day businesses have had to completely change their methods of collaboration. With modern problems come future solutions - and the future is today, here in the form of a huddle room.
What is a Huddle Room and How Can They Help My Business?
Jan 19, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, Huddle Room, JUMPSTART ROOMS
Some Implementation Challenges for Conferencing Systems
Jan 12, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, Training Room, Wireless Presentation, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator
When you think of the term “conference room”, you probably have an exact idea of what one looks like.
What is Jumpstart Rooms, and Why Do Y'all Mention It All the Time?
Jan 5, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, JUMPSTART ROOMS
If you look through our blog, you’re probably wondering why the heck we’re writing about our room bundle service, JUMPSTART ROOMS, so much.
Wireless or Wired Displays – What’s Best for My Conference Room?
Dec 28, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Huddle Room, AV Integrator
To wire or not to wire? It’s a simple difference that many people might boil down to the preferences of the user.
Although wires make the plug and go easy to do in one step, the wireless could be argued to be just as easy with a simple connection dialog. However, the difference between the two is ultimately fundamental.
What is Sound Masking and How Can It Help My Office?
Dec 22, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Sound Masking, AV Integrator
It’s a Monday morning and you’ve just shown up to work. You start up up your laptop, answer some emails, and get some coffee brewed and flowing through you. Finally, it’s time to resume that big project you have due later this week.
However, a few minutes in, your co-workers start chatting a few cubicles down. Then another co-worker starts using the printer. You hear the beep of the toaster oven go off. And now you must refocus yourself, to your chagrin.
Webcams vs Video Bars – What’s the Fundamental Difference?
Dec 15, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Huddle Room, Video Conferencing, Work From Home, Live Streaming
If you’re new to office technology, you may be confused on what the difference between a video bar and a webcam is. You’ve probably used webcams for years in many different environments, whether using a webcam on a laptop for a work meeting, webchatting with friends or family, or even having fun in Photo Booth on an iMac. But with the constant innovation in audio-video technology, the video bar is a newer concept left unexplained.
Poly X30 v X50 v X70 – what’s the most ideal for you?
Dec 8, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Poly, Video Conferencing, Live Streaming, JUMPSTART ROOMS
So, you want a Poly bar but don’t know where to start? How much does a Poly bar cost? Will it work in my office space?
Whatever it may be, you’ve made a great decision - Poly’s line of video bars in the Studio X series have been nothing short of legendary in the A/V world. Since being introduced in late 2019, it’s not hard to understand why this collection has been a staple of conference room systems in and after the pandemic, but also been a staple in our JUMPSTART ROOMS room bundles.
AV-as-a-Service and Traditional Leasing: What’s The Difference?
Dec 1, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Paul Metzheiser posted in Audio Visual, AV Integrator, JUMPSTART ROOMS, Additional Services
AV-as-a-service (AVaaS) has gained a lot of notoriety in recent years - and it’s only gaining traction in today’s continuously evolving subscription economy. For a variety of reasons, organizations are opting for the use of and access to the technology and additional equipment they need to operate versus making cash purchases and outright owning it. These solutions offer more flexibility and protection in a constantly changing business climate.
How Much Does a Conferencing System for My Office Cost?
Nov 17, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, Huddle Room, Training Room, Video Conferencing, JUMPSTART ROOMS
The simple answer to this question is: it depends because conferencing systems vary constantly based on user specifications.
5 Ways You Can Navigate Frustrating & Standstill Supply Chain Delays
Nov 10, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by Steve Tripi posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator, JUMPSTART ROOMS