See What Your Tech’s Been Missing
Is your commercial AV outdated? You might tell yourself those clunky video displays and grainy webcams “aren’t so bad.” But are you accidentally sending a signal to clients or customers that your Tulsa, OK, business is behind the times?
Even beyond appearances, outdated technology cannot run the latest software, which leads to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Your company may also struggle with technical issues or redundancies that are not necessary in this day and age.
Outdated equipment can even affect company morale. A recent study by Zen Business found that 50 percent of people surveyed said old tech affected their productivity, and 57 percent said it had a major effect on job satisfaction.
In 2023, modern healthcare, education, and office settings require far different technology solutions than twenty and even ten years ago. Here are five signs your Tulsa business is ready for new commercial AV.
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1. Your Equipment Is Decades Old
Fashion trends come and go, but “retro” technology never impresses in business. Customers, clients, patients—whoever visits your organization may subconsciously lose trust in your institution if it looks like it isn’t adapting. Imagine a dentist’s office with old-fashioned monitors and TVs, unflattering lighting, and a crackling sound system. It may look like it’s on its last leg. Even if the office is equipped with talented doctors, the technology isn’t communicating success.
In corporate office settings, old conferencing devices and AV can cause communication and compatibility issues. Upgrading to sleek 4K displays, video walls, and smart technology provides a superior user experience and puts faith in your customers.
2. You Update Signage Manually
Video and digital signage is a practical and visually appealing way to showcase building directories, visitor guides, news, and even café menus. Does your company rely on manually inserting a USB to update its digital signage? It may be time to consider transitioning to a cloud-based system that allows for the automatic deployment of new visuals and messages across numerous screens simultaneously. This will save your organization significant time and allow you to make changes more often.
3. Video Conferencing Is Frustrating
Does your company maintain a hybrid schedule but hardly use the conference room? Does in-person staff still meet from their individual laptops? It’s time to close the divide between in-person and virtual communication. Modern conferencing systems integrate cameras, microphones, speakers, and displays into an easy-to-use platform, with acoustic treatments to improve sound. With a press of a button, you can join meetings and start calls with everyone involved.
4. Wires & Cables Are Everywhere
Is your technology causing a mess in your workplace, leading to a chaotic and unsafe atmosphere? Our team of experts can create a structured cabling system that will keep all your AV hardware organized in a control room or utility closet. We can also hide wires behind screens with in-wall boxes and install intercom and audio speakers within the walls and ceiling for a sleek and tidy appearance. An organized workplace is a professional workplace, and troubleshooting a structured equipment rack will be easier than ever.
5. AV Is Disjointed
Modern technology can do incredible things, but processes fall apart when you rely on disjointed systems that don’t communicate with each other. You shouldn’t have to juggle different apps, interfaces, and platforms to use AV. We can consolidate your audio, video, lighting, security, and more into one intuitive control system. And in different rooms, we’ll set custom user permissions so you only see what you need to see. When everything is streamlined into one platform, AV becomes more accessible.
Is your Tusla, OK, business ready for faster, smarter technology? Advanced Sound & Communication is your destination. Contact us here to learn about our services and how they can benefit your organization!