The current generation has changed the college admissions landscape; this technology-reliant crowd isn’t settling for anything less than cutting-edge technology that transforms their skillset. As such, colleges and universities are incorporating AV technology wherever applicable to attract this new generation of digital natives, and stay ahead of the curve.
To keep up with the changing technology and stay one step ahead of the game, universities should take advantage of AV as a Service solutions, like IVCi’s EVOLVE subscription service. EVOLVE is a user-inspired subscription service that offers flexible technology and term options for our design, deployment, and support services. It offers a multitude of benefits for universities that want to adapt to the technology tide, boost admissions, and deliver a “wow” factor to students.
Upgrade technology at any time.
It’s no secret that technology changes by the minute, and oftentimes it can be tough to keep up, let alone stay ahead. EVOLVE makes it easy for your AV technology to upgrade and expand as technology evolves, without the stress.
Cater to student demands.
AVaaS makes it easy for universities to expand their AV technology offerings and deliver the technology that students want, without the stress. As research and technology evolves, so do student demands. Having the flexibility to pivot and make changes quickly makes a huge difference.
On-demand support.
All hardware and software is monitored and supported by an in-house team, preventing and solving problems at record speed. Quicker response time decreases downtime and gives faculty peace of mind knowing that when they are ready to use it, the equipment is going to work perfectly for them.
Not sure where to start? Contact us today and we can work together to build a strategy that fits the specific needs of your institution.
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Employees in a variety of job sectors are looking for more flexibility in their workspaces. For many, the freedom of being able to choose where and when they work outweighs many traditional benefits once praised in the business world. As more organizations opt for a hybrid approach to daily operations, here are five tips to keep in mind while transforming your workspace.
Listen to employee needs and develop a plan.
There isn’t a one-size-fits all approach to creating a hybrid workspace, as employees across different industries and job roles each have different needs. Meet with your employees to learn about their pain points and what they need in order to be successful and productive both in and out of the office. Maybe they are used to multiple monitors in the office, but do not have the same setup at home. Maybe they need a higher resolution webcam for remote team meetings. Once you’ve surveyed your employees, develop a plan that touches on their needs and ensures they are set up for success.
Implement solutions that facilitate collaboration and engagement.
How will in-office and remote employees communicate and collaborate? How will you ensure that employees are staying engaged throughout the course of the day? How will you keep track of employees’ in-office and remote day scheduling? How will meeting spaces be reserved? Hybrid workspaces have many moving parts. Consider your employees’ needs and evaluate which collaboration tool(s) might work best for keeping everything running smoothly.
Create a variety of video conferencing-ready meeting spaces.
It is imperative to ensure fluid collaboration between those in the office and those working remotely, and redesigning your office space accordingly. Gone are the days where the entire team heads into the conference room for a meeting; some employees may be in the office, while some are remote and maybe even across the country. Consider this when thinking about your meeting spaces. Instead of utilizing a few large meeting spaces, create some smaller spaces, as well. And, since many team members may be remote during meeting times, ensure that all meeting spaces are equipped with the appropriate video conferencing equipment.
Make the office a safe space with touchless technology.
Employees should feel confident that the office is a safe space. Incorporate touchless technology wherever possible–from smart hand sanitizer stations to contactless entry and even dining experiences.
Offer ongoing education.
While some employees may be comfortable switching back and forth between different technologies, others may need a bit more support. It’s important to build employee confidence and offer support for using equipment correctly, adapting to new technologies, and even training for remote employees. Consider building out a library of training videos that employees can leverage as they see fit.
There’s a lot to consider when creating a new hybrid workspace, especially when it comes to AV technology and equipment. Contact us today and discover the power of collaborative environments that make meetings happen, wherever you are.
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Advertisements and signs are all around us, but which ones usually catch our eyes? Regardless of your industry, innovative and interactive screens can allow us to engage more directly with the message and each other.
Digital signage that sparks interaction can help increase customer loyalty, fortify brand recognition, and collect data on customer trends. See how the following industries utilize digital signage to create more memorable impressions.
Advertising
Whether you’re advertising for a new product, a social event, or standard brand awareness, digital signs are an incredible way to grab the attention of your target audience. Interactive videos on billboards and marquees have the power to captivate audiences more effectively than traditional static images. Increased interaction leads to more customer attention and (hopefully) higher sales.
Business & Finance
Almost any executive working in business or finance would agree on a common goal: use innovation to maximize return on investment. Business offices can use digital signage in many dynamic ways. For Example, digital signs next to doors of meeting rooms can display schedules and allow team members to request room access for specific times quickly. Additionally, finance executives at banks and credit unions can incorporate interactive screens in their lobbies and drive-thrus so their customers can communicate with financial experts in a more engaging way.
Education
Take presentations and lectures to the next level by deploying digital signage. With digital signage in classrooms and campuses, students, faculty, and staff can feel more connected to each other and their surroundings. In addition, digital signage can aid both students and instructors as they collaborate and produce thought leadership in a variety of educational fields.
Healthcare
As the concern for patient care continues to rise, healthcare facilities are relying more and more on digital signage. Medical facilities can use digital signage in elevators, waiting rooms, and wall displays to improve wayfinding for patients and visitors navigating the medical facility. Digital enhancements can also allow physicians better quality of medical simulation observation. Additionally, digital screens can be used to improve telehealth screenings for individuals who may require strict social distancing or who may not be able to travel to a hospital.
Restaurants
Imagine going to your favorite eatery and being able to customize your order directly from the table! With digital signs in restaurants, customers can select items, customize service, and pay for their order from the convenience of a digital device. These devices can be customized to fit several needs, from fast food to fine dining, giving flexibility and interactivity to a fun night out!
Retail
While online shopping and e-commerce continue to grow, many consumers still relish the nostalgia of a trip to the mall. Now, your favorite stores can utilize digital signs not only to advertise new products, but to create an interactive purchasing window. Digital signage can allow customers to shop for customized items that may not be available in stores so they can enjoy the best of both worlds!
Visitor Management
Travelers use maps and information kiosks in a variety of settings. Malls, hospitals, amusement parks, museums… the list could go on! Guests deserve the highest level of service at the touch of a button (or screen). Enhanced AV technology in interactive maps and kiosks can allow visitors and guests a more engaging way to navigate their surroundings. Some technology can even connect with live support teams in real-time to assist on-screen or over audio.
What’s Next?
When it comes to making work and play more fun, the possibilities are endless! Contact IVCi today if you want to see where your digital signage journey can take your business.
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Our current business landscape is a sea of constantly changing information. If organizations are not careful with how they manage their information, it’s likely that their reputation may suffer in the eyes of prospective clients. To prevent getting lost in the mix, it’s important now more than ever that businesses offer adaptive solutions to meet their clients where they are.
If you are looking to attract new clients, a great first step is improving your organization’s meeting and collaboration tools. By enhancing your AV equipment, you can improve communication with your teams and make the client prospecting and onboarding process a smooth and seamless experience.
Here are just a few of the communication tools you could incorporate in your business that could convert a “maybe” client into a preferred partner.
Digital Signage–One of the best visual marketing tools you can use is an interactive digital sign. Your business can advertise what sets you apart from the competition and make a visually-pleasing first impression.
Elevator and Wall Displays–If you are meeting with potential clients in-person, offering wayfinding assistance in your building with elevator or wall displays can help communicate that you are a thoughtful and detail-oriented organization.
Digital Whiteboards–Spruce up any client meeting with a digital whiteboard. This technology brings collaboration to the next level while allowing your team and clients to share strategies in real-time.
Teleconferencing–For your clients around the globe, digital cloud video conferencing allows you an interactive way to communicate with potential clients in easily accessible ways, no matter where they are. This allows you to serve more people and spread your organizational mission.
Virtual Training Rooms–A state-of-the-art virtual training room allows your team to be more prepared to assist client needs. The investment you make into enhancing your training capabilities will pay off handsomely in customer satisfaction and retention.
Touchless Meeting Rooms–For clients who may require more careful handling of equipment for health related concerns, touchless meeting rooms allow you to control the meeting environment with voice controls rather than high-touch surfaces.
3D Modeling for Visually Representing Space–The best way to demonstrate your capabilities to a potential client is through interactive modeling. Creating 3D models that show exactly what you can offer will better help your clients see the added value in your expertise.
Meeting client expectations can be a tall order to fill. With varying budgets, timelines, and strategic goals, effective communication is key. When you’re ready to choose the right equipment and provider for your business, consider IVCi!
IVCi is your user-inspired technology partner. We offer seamless AV integration that starts with identifying goals and objectives to form a clear vision of where you want to go and the clients you’d like to assist.
Whether you’re creating a future-proof huddle space or a state-of-the-art audio visual meeting room, we will create an integration plan that maximizes your AV technology experience and attracts new business. Contact us today to see how we can collaborate!
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The business sector has seen tremendous change over the past two years. Where some industries are downsizing their overhead costs with more remote employment, others are expanding to newer locations. No matter your company’s strategic goals, a corporate relocation entails careful planning and execution.
One of the biggest aspects of a corporate relocation is how to address your current AV technology needs given your new space. Moving to a new office is the perfect time to reinvigorate your space while offering employees necessary upgrades to enhance productivity. If a corporate relocation is in your company’s future, here are a few things you can do to prepare your AV tech to run as smoothly as possible.
1. Survey Your Staff
Before choosing new systems, always ask your staff their opinions on the current AV technology and solutions your company uses. Are there any “must-haves” that should follow to the new location? How about any weaknesses that could be filled with new and improved equipment? Asking your staff will ensure your organization is prepared while also building trust among your team that their input is valid and heard. Once you have an understanding of the needs of your staff, you can begin to create a strategy that benefits collaboration.
2. Understand the New Space
New offices require new AV design and equipment. While balancing the needs of your employees and your company, it’s important to have a full understanding of the new space. Consider things like window placement, office circulation, and the size of the team that will occupy the space. All of these considerations will have implications on the types and designs of AV technology you will need. For example, where will be the best place for a remote-meeting room? Or how much space will you delegate to a virtual training room? Assessing your needs against the space you have to work with will aid in your strategic planning, resulting in more efficient uses of your time and monetary resources.
3. Plan for the Future
While it may be easy to get caught up in the “here-and-now” of your corporate relocation, it’s equally important to keep an eye on what’s soon to come. For example, are there any big initiatives you can see launching in the next few years? Investing in upgraded AV technology now could save you the time and hassle of future renovations.
Corporate relocation is an exciting time for any business. It’s an opportunity to assess the old and the new while breathing new life into your organization. Between balancing in-person and remote teams, you have enough on your plate! Let an innovative partner like IVCi spearhead your new location’s AV technology.
From digital signage and wayfinding systems to electronic room scheduling displays, IVCi offers advanced collaboration tools that ensure sustainable and truly connected, remote teams. To learn more about our products and solutions, contact us today!
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As more and more students enter college campuses expecting the latest and greatest technology, faculty are often left to adjust to the changes with little to no guidance. This process is made even more strenuous when some faculty members actively oppose embracing new technology in the classroom.
When faculty or staff have a hard time adjusting to new technology, there are simple steps your university can take to help them acclimate on their own time and in ways that foster collaboration. Here are some of the ways you can develop a proactive approach when upgrading your university’s AV technology.
Involve Faculty in Choosing Equipment
Whether you’re incorporating digital signage throughout campus common areas, or enhancing a stairatorium in the classroom, the faculty that use them should assist in choosing which solutions work best for them. Gaining valuable feedback from faculty and staff can help eliminate intimidation they might feel and helps establish a better, more positive working relationship and culture.
Include Staff in Installation and Deployment
To the extent possible, allow faculty the opportunity to provide input on the layout and structure of the new AV technology. Because faculty members will use the equipment on a near daily basis, they will be able to provide an incredible insight to how the technology can be set up to best work for their needs. Whenever possible, be sure to collaborate with faculty and staff to see how they work best. For individuals who may struggle adopting new technology, perhaps a mix of traditional and high-tech solutions is the best way forward.
Offer Hands-On Training Exercises
Whether the new equipment is already installed or if you are still planning to have equipment installed, it’s always a best practice to dedicate time for training. For beginners and novices alike, new technology always spurs an opportunity to educate no matter the skill level of the user. Informed users will be able to better handle the equipment, thus building trust and protecting your investment.
Follow Up
It’s likely that faculty and staff will continue to have questions and feedback even after planning, installation, and training. Make it a habit to regularly check in with faculty to see how the new equipment is working. Collecting this feedback will ensure that faculty members’ voices are heard while also creating a system to find what’s working and what could be improved.
Choosing the right equipment for your faculty is critical to ensuring employee satisfaction and comfortability in their roles. Plus, with hybrid-remote options continuing to expand, faculty members will need to remain adaptable for the future. If the process seems labor intensive, that’s where IVCi steps in!
IVCi offers strategy, products, and training that ensure your university not only has the most up-to-date AV technology, but that your teams are equipped to adopt and use the technology effectively. We believe that nothing has a bigger impact on the success of the technology, than the team’s ability to work and thrive within it! Contact us to learn more!
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One positive we have all discovered over the last few years is that we have digital capabilities at our disposal that can allow us to collaborate more than ever before. But with these enhanced collaboration tools comes more risk of technology failure, haphazard strategy, and potential cyberattacks.
As universities incorporate more hybrid or fully-remote positions, administrators must assess their collaboration tools and long-term procedures to ensure their remote employees are safe. Not sure where to begin? Here are a few simple steps to help get your college or university on a successful path to safe and secure remote work.
Step 1: Develop a Strategy
When universities suddenly went remote at the beginning of the pandemic, many schools did not have proper plans in place to address such a crisis. While we have learned a great deal in these two years, one certain lesson is that you can never be too prepared. If not already created, universities should develop a crisis management plan to detail each department’s role in the event of an emergency that causes extended periods of remote work. The plan should address certain expectations, guidelines, and procedures to ensure that if/when the time comes, everyone is ready to take action. The time you invest in developing a strategic plan will make for a smooth deployment and ease stress for faculty and students. A crisis should not compromise learning and growth. With a proper strategy in place, universities can minimize interruptions in the classroom.
Step 2: Improve Security Measures
After a deployment strategy is in place, universities should also consider improving security measures across the remote platforms they use. With more and more staff and faculty members working from home, that means more internet connections logging into university systems. This increase can mean the risk of potential hackers gaining access to sensitive files also increases. Assessing your university’s cybersecurity will help keep faculty, staff, and students safe. Not to mention, enhanced security measures will protect the university’s brand image from any public relations nightmares involved in cyberattacks.
Step 3: Modernize Remote Technology
As the demand for remote work continues to climb, universities will need to utilize systems with larger bandwidth and more advanced equipment. Universities must incorporate technology into their long-term security plans, from internet servers to file management software. Technology must withstand large numbers of students and faculty working from home. Modernized video conferencing allows instructors to provide students with more in-depth, interactive learning in a safe environment.
Planning for remote work takes careful considerations into strategy, security, and technology within higher education. But it’s vital to ensure that staff members feel safe and university systems are running smoothly.
Let IVCi know how we can help your university plan for the unexpected. We offer modern collaboration tools and strategic solutions for the next generation of inspired learning.
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As healthcare facilities continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, many find new ways to serve their patients more safely and effectively by improving their infrastructures. Improved healthcare facilities can increase health equity by minimizing or eliminating some barriers that stand in the way of individuals receiving the care they need.
Utilizing enhanced AV technology like digital signage and real-time video chats can serve more people by bringing the doctor’s expertise to areas far from the facility. Addressing health equity issues also allows people who may not have a means of transportation to still receive the care they require. Take a look at some key focus areas in strengthening infrastructures that can lead to better patient care.
Architecture
The flow of a building can have significant implications on how easily some individuals can move through them. In the case of hospitals and doctors’ offices, facility layouts should be accessible for people of all abilities. However, the primary focus should always be on the patient and the level of care they receive. And that process starts with analyzing where hospitals can make improvements. Regularly check your hospital infrastructure for faulty equipment, lapses in care, and any opportunities where an innovative solution could result in better care.
Technology
Incorporating more accessible accommodations is more than just architectural. For example, digital screens and AV technology can assist those with visual and hearing impairments. Screens and audio can make complicated medical situations easier to digest when put into mediums the patient is more comfortable using. Additionally, immunocompromised patients can use video chat technology to meet virtually with their doctors. This technology allows them to better socially distance themselves when they need care. Many patients can even connect to their physicians from the safety and comfort of their own homes!
Customization
Enhanced digital infrastructure also opens the door for improved patient care through customization. For example, AV technology in hospitals can allow language translation on-screen and over audio to accommodate a variety of patient backgrounds. Additionally, better digital capabilities in hospital rooms mean that patients can automate their comfort levels by using mechanical controls to adjust patient beds, or intercom systems to communicate more quickly with hospital staff. When patients need care, they shouldn’t have to worry about how to share their needs with a physician. Improved infrastructure in the form of interactive video and translation services can help bridge the healthcare inequity gap while giving patients confidence and added peace of mind.
When healthcare facilities improve their structural framework, they can serve more broadly and uniquely. Customized and robust infrastructures can increase health equity and patient care from architectural improvements to innovative technology.
At IVCi, we aim to streamline operations and preferred patient experiences through technology-backed solutions and support. Contact us today to see how you can build a stronger digital infrastructure for your healthcare facility.
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How Universities Can Use AV as a Service to Stay Ahead
NewsThe current generation has changed the college admissions landscape; this technology-reliant crowd isn’t settling for anything less than cutting-edge technology that transforms their skillset. As such, colleges and universities are incorporating AV technology wherever applicable to attract this new generation of digital natives, and stay ahead of the curve.
To keep up with the changing technology and stay one step ahead of the game, universities should take advantage of AV as a Service solutions, like IVCi’s EVOLVE subscription service. EVOLVE is a user-inspired subscription service that offers flexible technology and term options for our design, deployment, and support services. It offers a multitude of benefits for universities that want to adapt to the technology tide, boost admissions, and deliver a “wow” factor to students.
Upgrade technology at any time.
It’s no secret that technology changes by the minute, and oftentimes it can be tough to keep up, let alone stay ahead. EVOLVE makes it easy for your AV technology to upgrade and expand as technology evolves, without the stress.
Cater to student demands.
AVaaS makes it easy for universities to expand their AV technology offerings and deliver the technology that students want, without the stress. As research and technology evolves, so do student demands. Having the flexibility to pivot and make changes quickly makes a huge difference.
On-demand support.
All hardware and software is monitored and supported by an in-house team, preventing and solving problems at record speed. Quicker response time decreases downtime and gives faculty peace of mind knowing that when they are ready to use it, the equipment is going to work perfectly for them.
Not sure where to start? Contact us today and we can work together to build a strategy that fits the specific needs of your institution.
Five Tips for Creating a New Hybrid Workspace
NewsEmployees in a variety of job sectors are looking for more flexibility in their workspaces. For many, the freedom of being able to choose where and when they work outweighs many traditional benefits once praised in the business world. As more organizations opt for a hybrid approach to daily operations, here are five tips to keep in mind while transforming your workspace.
Listen to employee needs and develop a plan.
There isn’t a one-size-fits all approach to creating a hybrid workspace, as employees across different industries and job roles each have different needs. Meet with your employees to learn about their pain points and what they need in order to be successful and productive both in and out of the office. Maybe they are used to multiple monitors in the office, but do not have the same setup at home. Maybe they need a higher resolution webcam for remote team meetings. Once you’ve surveyed your employees, develop a plan that touches on their needs and ensures they are set up for success.
Implement solutions that facilitate collaboration and engagement.
How will in-office and remote employees communicate and collaborate? How will you ensure that employees are staying engaged throughout the course of the day? How will you keep track of employees’ in-office and remote day scheduling? How will meeting spaces be reserved? Hybrid workspaces have many moving parts. Consider your employees’ needs and evaluate which collaboration tool(s) might work best for keeping everything running smoothly.
Create a variety of video conferencing-ready meeting spaces.
It is imperative to ensure fluid collaboration between those in the office and those working remotely, and redesigning your office space accordingly. Gone are the days where the entire team heads into the conference room for a meeting; some employees may be in the office, while some are remote and maybe even across the country. Consider this when thinking about your meeting spaces. Instead of utilizing a few large meeting spaces, create some smaller spaces, as well. And, since many team members may be remote during meeting times, ensure that all meeting spaces are equipped with the appropriate video conferencing equipment.
Make the office a safe space with touchless technology.
Employees should feel confident that the office is a safe space. Incorporate touchless technology wherever possible–from smart hand sanitizer stations to contactless entry and even dining experiences.
Offer ongoing education.
While some employees may be comfortable switching back and forth between different technologies, others may need a bit more support. It’s important to build employee confidence and offer support for using equipment correctly, adapting to new technologies, and even training for remote employees. Consider building out a library of training videos that employees can leverage as they see fit.
There’s a lot to consider when creating a new hybrid workspace, especially when it comes to AV technology and equipment. Contact us today and discover the power of collaborative environments that make meetings happen, wherever you are.
Creating Interactive Experiences with Digital Signage
NewsAdvertisements and signs are all around us, but which ones usually catch our eyes? Regardless of your industry, innovative and interactive screens can allow us to engage more directly with the message and each other.
Digital signage that sparks interaction can help increase customer loyalty, fortify brand recognition, and collect data on customer trends. See how the following industries utilize digital signage to create more memorable impressions.
Advertising
Whether you’re advertising for a new product, a social event, or standard brand awareness, digital signs are an incredible way to grab the attention of your target audience. Interactive videos on billboards and marquees have the power to captivate audiences more effectively than traditional static images. Increased interaction leads to more customer attention and (hopefully) higher sales.
Business & Finance
Almost any executive working in business or finance would agree on a common goal: use innovation to maximize return on investment. Business offices can use digital signage in many dynamic ways. For Example, digital signs next to doors of meeting rooms can display schedules and allow team members to request room access for specific times quickly. Additionally, finance executives at banks and credit unions can incorporate interactive screens in their lobbies and drive-thrus so their customers can communicate with financial experts in a more engaging way.
Education
Take presentations and lectures to the next level by deploying digital signage. With digital signage in classrooms and campuses, students, faculty, and staff can feel more connected to each other and their surroundings. In addition, digital signage can aid both students and instructors as they collaborate and produce thought leadership in a variety of educational fields.
Healthcare
As the concern for patient care continues to rise, healthcare facilities are relying more and more on digital signage. Medical facilities can use digital signage in elevators, waiting rooms, and wall displays to improve wayfinding for patients and visitors navigating the medical facility. Digital enhancements can also allow physicians better quality of medical simulation observation. Additionally, digital screens can be used to improve telehealth screenings for individuals who may require strict social distancing or who may not be able to travel to a hospital.
Restaurants
Imagine going to your favorite eatery and being able to customize your order directly from the table! With digital signs in restaurants, customers can select items, customize service, and pay for their order from the convenience of a digital device. These devices can be customized to fit several needs, from fast food to fine dining, giving flexibility and interactivity to a fun night out!
Retail
While online shopping and e-commerce continue to grow, many consumers still relish the nostalgia of a trip to the mall. Now, your favorite stores can utilize digital signs not only to advertise new products, but to create an interactive purchasing window. Digital signage can allow customers to shop for customized items that may not be available in stores so they can enjoy the best of both worlds!
Visitor Management
Travelers use maps and information kiosks in a variety of settings. Malls, hospitals, amusement parks, museums… the list could go on! Guests deserve the highest level of service at the touch of a button (or screen). Enhanced AV technology in interactive maps and kiosks can allow visitors and guests a more engaging way to navigate their surroundings. Some technology can even connect with live support teams in real-time to assist on-screen or over audio.
What’s Next?
When it comes to making work and play more fun, the possibilities are endless! Contact IVCi today if you want to see where your digital signage journey can take your business.
Attracting New Clients with Improved Communications
NewsOur current business landscape is a sea of constantly changing information. If organizations are not careful with how they manage their information, it’s likely that their reputation may suffer in the eyes of prospective clients. To prevent getting lost in the mix, it’s important now more than ever that businesses offer adaptive solutions to meet their clients where they are.
If you are looking to attract new clients, a great first step is improving your organization’s meeting and collaboration tools. By enhancing your AV equipment, you can improve communication with your teams and make the client prospecting and onboarding process a smooth and seamless experience.
Here are just a few of the communication tools you could incorporate in your business that could convert a “maybe” client into a preferred partner.
Meeting client expectations can be a tall order to fill. With varying budgets, timelines, and strategic goals, effective communication is key. When you’re ready to choose the right equipment and provider for your business, consider IVCi!
IVCi is your user-inspired technology partner. We offer seamless AV integration that starts with identifying goals and objectives to form a clear vision of where you want to go and the clients you’d like to assist.
Whether you’re creating a future-proof huddle space or a state-of-the-art audio visual meeting room, we will create an integration plan that maximizes your AV technology experience and attracts new business. Contact us today to see how we can collaborate!
How to Prepare your AV Technology for Corporate Relocation
NewsThe business sector has seen tremendous change over the past two years. Where some industries are downsizing their overhead costs with more remote employment, others are expanding to newer locations. No matter your company’s strategic goals, a corporate relocation entails careful planning and execution.
One of the biggest aspects of a corporate relocation is how to address your current AV technology needs given your new space. Moving to a new office is the perfect time to reinvigorate your space while offering employees necessary upgrades to enhance productivity. If a corporate relocation is in your company’s future, here are a few things you can do to prepare your AV tech to run as smoothly as possible.
Corporate relocation is an exciting time for any business. It’s an opportunity to assess the old and the new while breathing new life into your organization. Between balancing in-person and remote teams, you have enough on your plate! Let an innovative partner like IVCi spearhead your new location’s AV technology.
From digital signage and wayfinding systems to electronic room scheduling displays, IVCi offers advanced collaboration tools that ensure sustainable and truly connected, remote teams. To learn more about our products and solutions, contact us today!
Helping Faculty Adjust to New University Technology
NewsAs more and more students enter college campuses expecting the latest and greatest technology, faculty are often left to adjust to the changes with little to no guidance. This process is made even more strenuous when some faculty members actively oppose embracing new technology in the classroom.
When faculty or staff have a hard time adjusting to new technology, there are simple steps your university can take to help them acclimate on their own time and in ways that foster collaboration. Here are some of the ways you can develop a proactive approach when upgrading your university’s AV technology.
Involve Faculty in Choosing Equipment
Whether you’re incorporating digital signage throughout campus common areas, or enhancing a stairatorium in the classroom, the faculty that use them should assist in choosing which solutions work best for them. Gaining valuable feedback from faculty and staff can help eliminate intimidation they might feel and helps establish a better, more positive working relationship and culture.
Include Staff in Installation and Deployment
To the extent possible, allow faculty the opportunity to provide input on the layout and structure of the new AV technology. Because faculty members will use the equipment on a near daily basis, they will be able to provide an incredible insight to how the technology can be set up to best work for their needs. Whenever possible, be sure to collaborate with faculty and staff to see how they work best. For individuals who may struggle adopting new technology, perhaps a mix of traditional and high-tech solutions is the best way forward.
Offer Hands-On Training Exercises
Whether the new equipment is already installed or if you are still planning to have equipment installed, it’s always a best practice to dedicate time for training. For beginners and novices alike, new technology always spurs an opportunity to educate no matter the skill level of the user. Informed users will be able to better handle the equipment, thus building trust and protecting your investment.
Follow Up
It’s likely that faculty and staff will continue to have questions and feedback even after planning, installation, and training. Make it a habit to regularly check in with faculty to see how the new equipment is working. Collecting this feedback will ensure that faculty members’ voices are heard while also creating a system to find what’s working and what could be improved.
Choosing the right equipment for your faculty is critical to ensuring employee satisfaction and comfortability in their roles. Plus, with hybrid-remote options continuing to expand, faculty members will need to remain adaptable for the future. If the process seems labor intensive, that’s where IVCi steps in!
IVCi offers strategy, products, and training that ensure your university not only has the most up-to-date AV technology, but that your teams are equipped to adopt and use the technology effectively. We believe that nothing has a bigger impact on the success of the technology, than the team’s ability to work and thrive within it! Contact us to learn more!
Prep for Success: Developing a Long-Term Security Plan for Remote Staff and Faculty in Higher Education
NewsOne positive we have all discovered over the last few years is that we have digital capabilities at our disposal that can allow us to collaborate more than ever before. But with these enhanced collaboration tools comes more risk of technology failure, haphazard strategy, and potential cyberattacks.
As universities incorporate more hybrid or fully-remote positions, administrators must assess their collaboration tools and long-term procedures to ensure their remote employees are safe. Not sure where to begin? Here are a few simple steps to help get your college or university on a successful path to safe and secure remote work.
Step 1: Develop a Strategy
When universities suddenly went remote at the beginning of the pandemic, many schools did not have proper plans in place to address such a crisis. While we have learned a great deal in these two years, one certain lesson is that you can never be too prepared. If not already created, universities should develop a crisis management plan to detail each department’s role in the event of an emergency that causes extended periods of remote work. The plan should address certain expectations, guidelines, and procedures to ensure that if/when the time comes, everyone is ready to take action. The time you invest in developing a strategic plan will make for a smooth deployment and ease stress for faculty and students. A crisis should not compromise learning and growth. With a proper strategy in place, universities can minimize interruptions in the classroom.
Step 2: Improve Security Measures
After a deployment strategy is in place, universities should also consider improving security measures across the remote platforms they use. With more and more staff and faculty members working from home, that means more internet connections logging into university systems. This increase can mean the risk of potential hackers gaining access to sensitive files also increases. Assessing your university’s cybersecurity will help keep faculty, staff, and students safe. Not to mention, enhanced security measures will protect the university’s brand image from any public relations nightmares involved in cyberattacks.
Step 3: Modernize Remote Technology
As the demand for remote work continues to climb, universities will need to utilize systems with larger bandwidth and more advanced equipment. Universities must incorporate technology into their long-term security plans, from internet servers to file management software. Technology must withstand large numbers of students and faculty working from home. Modernized video conferencing allows instructors to provide students with more in-depth, interactive learning in a safe environment.
Planning for remote work takes careful considerations into strategy, security, and technology within higher education. But it’s vital to ensure that staff members feel safe and university systems are running smoothly.
Let IVCi know how we can help your university plan for the unexpected. We offer modern collaboration tools and strategic solutions for the next generation of inspired learning.
Enhancing Patient Care with Stronger Infrastructures
NewsAs healthcare facilities continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, many find new ways to serve their patients more safely and effectively by improving their infrastructures. Improved healthcare facilities can increase health equity by minimizing or eliminating some barriers that stand in the way of individuals receiving the care they need.
Utilizing enhanced AV technology like digital signage and real-time video chats can serve more people by bringing the doctor’s expertise to areas far from the facility. Addressing health equity issues also allows people who may not have a means of transportation to still receive the care they require. Take a look at some key focus areas in strengthening infrastructures that can lead to better patient care.
Architecture
The flow of a building can have significant implications on how easily some individuals can move through them. In the case of hospitals and doctors’ offices, facility layouts should be accessible for people of all abilities. However, the primary focus should always be on the patient and the level of care they receive. And that process starts with analyzing where hospitals can make improvements. Regularly check your hospital infrastructure for faulty equipment, lapses in care, and any opportunities where an innovative solution could result in better care.
Technology
Incorporating more accessible accommodations is more than just architectural. For example, digital screens and AV technology can assist those with visual and hearing impairments. Screens and audio can make complicated medical situations easier to digest when put into mediums the patient is more comfortable using. Additionally, immunocompromised patients can use video chat technology to meet virtually with their doctors. This technology allows them to better socially distance themselves when they need care. Many patients can even connect to their physicians from the safety and comfort of their own homes!
Customization
Enhanced digital infrastructure also opens the door for improved patient care through customization. For example, AV technology in hospitals can allow language translation on-screen and over audio to accommodate a variety of patient backgrounds. Additionally, better digital capabilities in hospital rooms mean that patients can automate their comfort levels by using mechanical controls to adjust patient beds, or intercom systems to communicate more quickly with hospital staff. When patients need care, they shouldn’t have to worry about how to share their needs with a physician. Improved infrastructure in the form of interactive video and translation services can help bridge the healthcare inequity gap while giving patients confidence and added peace of mind.
When healthcare facilities improve their structural framework, they can serve more broadly and uniquely. Customized and robust infrastructures can increase health equity and patient care from architectural improvements to innovative technology.
At IVCi, we aim to streamline operations and preferred patient experiences through technology-backed solutions and support. Contact us today to see how you can build a stronger digital infrastructure for your healthcare facility.