As businesses strive to maximize their efficiency and profitability, having easy-to-use A/V systems and secure IT systems has become increasingly important. But traditionally, IT and AV systems have been siloed in different departments. With the development of AVoIP (A/V over IP), businesses can now integrate their IT and AV systems into one single, unified system that allows for not only more flexibility in systems design, but an efficient way to run power to multiple devices.
The Intersection Between A/V and IT (AVoIP)
Mar 2, 2023 6:15:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Wireless Presentation, Video Conferencing, Live Streaming, Security, AV Integrator
A Few Conferencing Memes to Lighten the Mood
Feb 23, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Video Conferencing
In the past few months, we've focused on sharing a lot of informational blogs. But why not lighten the mood a little bit with some audio-video memes?
What The Detailed Anatomy of a Superb Conference Room Should Look Like
Feb 16, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Huddle Room, Training Room, Video Conferencing
Our Conferencing Technology Picks for 2023
Feb 9, 2023 6:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator
As a leading A/V integrator in the Carolinas, we have not only a passion for understanding what's hot on the hardware market right now, but a duty to take in that information and help out our clients to provide stellar A/V solutions. For our picks, we set a goal to let you know what not only our design & install, sales, and marketing teams love, but also what ultimately is going to be futureproof, easy to use, and flexible for a variety of use cases.
So, You've Acquired Videoconferencing Tech...How Do I Keep It Working?
Feb 2, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Video Conferencing, Additional Services
Setting – present day. You’ve finally admitted to yourself that your virtual conferencing setup could use some tuning up. After a few months of planning, you’re finally looking at your system after the install earlier in the day. However, you’re concerned about what to do with it, how to ensure its longevity, and make the system function in the best way possible.
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.
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.
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