For a little over a year now, Balaklava Technology Simplified has called 20 Creighton Road in Walkerton home. Now, we’re ready for you to be part of the big reveal. Here are 3 reasons to spend part of your Maundy Thursday in Walkerton at Balaklava Technology Simplified’s Grand Opening. Plus, be one of the first 30 to arrive and you’ll get extra-special swag.

1) Curiosity Killed the Cat

Curiosity may have killed the cat, but for humans, it can be a very good, mind-expanding trait. Research shows that curious folks tend to be happy folks. Why not aim for “higher levels of positive emotions, lower levels of anxiety, more satisfaction with life, and greater psychological well-being”? As Balaklava’s building evolved, you watched excavators dig, foundations poured, and trusses set in place. Now you get a chance to see the finished product!

“We’ve come a long way,” remarks Owner and President Mark Pinder.  “We outgrew our Mildmay space, we were out of parking, office and warehouse space. We’d love for you to tour our new 4,500-square-foot facility. Including the meeting and conference rooms in our high-tech Business Center.”

Go ahead and give in. Head to Balaklava’s Grand Opening on April 17 between 2:00 and 8:00 pm. Need another reason?

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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It seems that techie words are sprinkled everywhere these days. Some are relatively simple to figure out – such as how digital tokens are called cryptocurrency. Some, however, are complete head-scratchers. Metaverse. Blockchain. Virtual office.

What the heck is a “virtual office”? You hear it advertised at Balaklava’s new facility and possibly wonder, if virtual means “not physically existing as such” then why would you need an invisible office solution? What does someone even do with that?

Let us at Balaklava Technology Simplified explain this type of flexible office space and how we offer it right here in Walkerton.

Although they sound make-believe, a virtual office is a real office in a real building that offers remote working solutions. Basically, it’s a physical workspace providing meeting room rentals and office-related admin support such as mailboxes and a message service.

Here’s how a virtual office benefits your business:

Are you a part of the 86% of Canadians who made a New Year’s resolution?   

Establishing personal growth goals when the clock strikes 12:01 on January 1 is nothing new. The Babylonians started the tradition 4,000 years ago. And you’re not alone if your resolution involves exercising more— according to StatsCan, it’s the most popular choice.

How can Balaklava Technology Simplified help with your intentions for 2025?

Imagine snowflakes the size of baseballs piling up outside. Despite the winter wonderland, you’re comfortable in Lulus, your Yeti tucked into your treadmill’s console, and your Nikes laced and ready to move. Just as you kick it into full gear your right earbud conks out and the left one hurls itself out of your ear canal and slides somewhere far under the machine.

Now imagine your ears free—nothing in them but the gust of speed as you race your way up another incline. Your playlist boosts your mood through speakers you can’t even see. When it offers up a song that isn’t up to tempo, all you need to do is request that it skip forward. As your temperature rises, and the sweat starts to drip, you can simply ask your room’s thermostat to lower. Is the sunlight too bright? Easily lower your automated shades with a simple speech command—or have us pre-set them to track the sun’s movement.

Discover the Impact of These Stunning Displays

Do you remember the last billboard that crossed your path? How about the last video wall? If it was engaging, interactive, or stunningly beautiful, chances are it made a lasting impression. Like most things in life, the key is using it in the right way, for the right reasons, at the right time. Simple, right?

So, why are corporations, government agencies, sports arenas, and community centers using video walls? It’s to get people’s attention. No matter if they’re sharing information, enhancing their brand image, or selling a product or service, the first course of action is to draw attention.

And almost nothing draws attention better than today’s video walls in commercial spaces.

Discover the Impact of These Stunning Displays

Do you remember the last billboard that crossed your path? How about the last video wall? If it was engaging, interactive, or stunningly beautiful, chances are it made a lasting impression. Like most things in life, the key is using it in the right way, for the right reasons, at the right time. Simple, right?

So, why are corporations, government agencies, sports arenas, and community centers using video walls? It’s to get people’s attention. No matter if they’re sharing information, enhancing their brand image, or selling a product or service, the first course of action is to draw attention.

And almost nothing draws attention better than today’s video walls in commercial spaces.

A Well-Designed AV System Transforms Business Operations

In a fast-moving business environment, time is money. The more efficient and productive a workforce is, the greater the business's success. Commercial AV has become one key area businesses are investing in, leveraging technology to boost productivity.

Why commercial AV? 

Businesses have learned over time that the easier and faster communication is for employees and clients, the fewer mistakes are made, leading to smoother processes and reduced costs. Faster turn-around times allow businesses to offer improved products and services, resulting in better revenue and profit opportunities. 

A well-designed AV system can be transformational for business. Continue reading to learn five ways commercial AV makes this possible.