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Explore the Power of Conference Room A/V

Large Conference Room One of Balaklava Tech Center's meeting rooms.

During the pandemic, most of us learned how to use Zoom. We made calls to grandma and long-lost pals and, of course, we used it for work. Despite “Zoom fatigue”—and seeing too many coworkers without pants—we all seemed to have survived.

For many, conference calls were more of a staple than the toilet paper we couldn’t seem to get our hands on. And they continue to remain a significant part of your workday. Microsoft’s statistics maintain that in the few years since 2020, the number of work meetings has tripled.

The power of video conferencing is undeniable. These video call platforms save time. They cut costs—think of no longer having to drive two hours out of town for a half-hour consultation or avoiding the need to fly staff from around the globe to one location. And virtual meetings will undoubtedly “increase in demand as hybrid, remote, and global work expand”.

You use them. But do you know how they work?

From a tech point of view, a one-to-one conference call is a relatively simple process.  Add in more than one recipient, however, and the level of difficulty goes way up. Real-time communication and collaboration mean that software applications and coding are necessary. This is a much more complex situation that requires in-depth knowledge, skill, and expertise.

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What Does It Take to Upgrade Your Conference Room Audio & Video?

 a conference room meeting with remote employees and a presentation on the display screen

Learn How Balaklava Helps Offices Adapt to a Digitally-Connected Workforce

Meetings are a staple for every workplace and have been around since the concept of “going into the office” became commonplace. But it’s only been within the last few years that meetings have dramatically changed to encourage robust collaboration with in-person and out-of-office attendees simultaneously.

The shift to a hybrid workforce - one comprised of at-home and in-office employees, vendors, buyers, and customers - requires upgraded video conferencing solutions that make your meetings more efficient and successful. Employees must get their message across, whether located in the Cambridge, Ontario boardroom or their remote office!

In order to adapt to this shift in office culture, business owners and managers need to consider a conference room upgrade. To learn what it’s like to work with a conference room audio company like Balaklava, keep reading below!

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