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Bizquip have worked closely in partnership with Papercut for 15+ years, a powerful and user-friendly print management solution which allows organisations to easily monitor and manage their print infrastructure.

Papercut Hive is a cloud-native, fully embedded print management software for businesses that need a secure and flexible printing solution to track, control, and enable print, copy, and scan.

PaperCut Hive offers several benefits for organisations considering a cloud-based print management solution. It simplifies the printing process across various devices and operating systems, ensuring compatibility and convenience.

  1. Cost Efficiency: Cloud-based solutions can reduce the need for in-house print servers and other hardware, leading to significant savings on capital expenditure, maintenance, and energy costs.
  2. Scalability: Cloud services can easily scale to meet the changing needs of an organization, accommodating growth or downsizing without the need for significant infrastructure changes.
  3. Remote Accessibility: With the rise of remote and hybrid work environments, cloud-based print management allows users to print from anywhere, enhancing flexibility and productivity.
  4. Automatic Updates: Cloud service providers typically handle software updates and security patches, ensuring that the print management system is always up to date with minimal IT intervention.
  5. Sustainability: By optimising print operations and reducing paper waste, cloud-based solutions can support an organisation’s sustainability goals, an important consideration in today’s environmentally conscious climate.

Implementing a cloud-based print management solution such as Papercut Hive supports cost and time savings by eliminating the need for specialised server infrastructure, utilising “Edge Mesh” technology to manage print jobs efficiently.

Security features include end-to-end encryption and secure print release options, enhancing data protection for organisations.

Additionally, PaperCut Hive promotes responsible printing behaviours and provides insights for driving change, with options for secure and tracked printing for hybrid workers.

PaperCut Hive is an adaptable and secure choice for modern, cloud-first organisations looking to streamline their print management systems.

Our technical team at Bizquip are working with clients to migrate their print management solution to the cloud, if you would be interesting in discussing the pros and cons of a fully cloud-based solution, please reach out to our Workplace Technology team today by clicking here.

Simple, powerful print management in the cloud with Bizquip and Papercut Hive.
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Boost productivity, transform manual, paper-based tasks and eliminate bottlenecks with our powerful, user-friendly process automation and cloud-based document management solutions.

 

Bizquip have specialised in document management from our inception in 1984 from the evolution of paper-based systems right through to cloud-based workflow solutions and file retrieval from mobile devices.

For over 20 years, our team have helped clients digitise and enhance their business processes from historic, manual & paper based daily tasks, to streamline automated processes, creating huge benefits across small, medium, and enterprise size organisations through ECM solutions.

Introducing an enterprise content management system (ECM) can sometimes sounds like a huge undertaking for any business, both in terms of time and money, but this is a common misconception.

Our team of consultants and in-house development team can have clients fully operational in a matter of weeks with a clear return on investment.

Most of the solutions we provide clients revolve around every-day tasks that most businesses in Ireland face, and some of the processes we can assist with include:

  • Accounts payable automation
  • Introduction of electronic forms and accelerated approval processes
  • Intelligent Data capture and storage
  • Support your mobile & hybrid workforce
  • Instant file & document retrieval without spending time searching for documents
  • Document compliance, e-signatures & GDPR
  • Expense and mileage claims & approvals
  • Sales order processes / returns processes
  • Quality control, online forms for ISO compliance

 

Our team understands that each company is unique, but the above are just some of the processes and issues that we see on an ongoing basis from talking to clients in Ireland.

The introduction of business process automation has a huge impact on employee productivity and positivity as well as increased efficiencies across the business.

We have seen one client reduce a process from an average of 2 weeks to 2 hours by introducing a digital approval process, notifying everyone involved at their stage of the process via email for them to approve, thus removing bottlenecks and increasing collaboration across the business.

We have helped another client remove 40 physical filing cabinets from their office by digitising their paper-based forms and introducing a simple but effective electronic form template that they send to all their customers. This has also saved an employee from over 120hrs per year in physical filing and retrieval, meaning this employee can locate a specific file in seconds from their PC.

This is also hugely important for document compliance and GDPR.

If you would like to discuss how you can make improvements by automating inefficient business processes, please contact our Workplace Technology team to arrange a complimentary 15-minute discovery call.

Arrange a call here.

Begin your digital transformation journey with Bizquip
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Yealink Meeting Room Technology

Video collaboration is a hugely important aspect for all organisations in todays’ world, with plenty of factors to consider when choosing the correct solution for your business.

Bizquip are delighted to be a certified partner of Yealink, a global leader in audio and video solutions to enable seamless collaboration in any environment.

Yealink have a wide portfolio of meeting room technology, ranging from BYOD solutions for small huddle-spaces & meeting pods to fully integrated boardrooms and training facilities, examples of which can be seen in a recent case studies for Mitsubishi Electric Ireland and NDT Global.

Some key features of the Yealink range of video conferencing solutions include:

Ease of use – Yealink simplify communication and collaboration for users. Meet, share and collaborate with devices such as the MeetingBoard.

Microsoft certified devices – The Yealink video conferencing portfolio is Microsoft teams certified, meaning users can host and participate in Microsoft teams meetings seamlessly from any device.

Premium Audio and Video Experience – Yealink provides users with excellent video and audio experience, for both on-site and remote meeting participants.

Wireless Content Sharing – Share content at the click of a button with the WPP20 and WPP30 devices.

Cost effective – Yealink’s portfolio is one of the most cost-effective solutions on the market in comparison to other manufacturers.

 

Our Workplace Technology team are happy to advise which solution could fit your organisations requirements and budget.

We have a range of Yealink video conferencing solutions in our showrooms in Sandyford, if you would like to arrange a demonstration, please click here.

Creating an effective hybrid working environment with Yealink’s range of video conferencing solutions.
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Ricoh are a global market leading print manufacturer and IT Service provider, specialising in managed print solutions, including high quality printers, scanners, and robust and efficient multifunction photocopiers.

Bizquip, Ricoh Ireland’s largest and only prestige partner since 1984, are delighted to introduce their brand-new range of A3 colour photocopiers (MFDs) which have recently launched in July 2023.

Some features of the new Ricoh photocopier range includes –

Adaptability

Ricoh’s robust and reliable intelligent devices adapt to changing needs as the workspace evolves. They offer customisation, flexibility, and integration with other business applications.

Users can customise their new photocopier with applications and solutions that enable employees to work faster, smarter, and more securely –not just now, but into the future.

Productivity

The latest IM C Series comes with numerous features that improve productivity and increase efficiency including single pass scanning (up to 300 pages per minute scan speed), faster CPUs, SSD storage as standard and more memory (RAM), ensuring quick and reliable performance for digital document workflows.

Security

While Ricoh print hardware has always been strong on security, it has made some improvements to limit the risks for any organisation.

  • Latest security features including WPA3 authentication and TPM 2.0
  • Multi-Factor Authentication & new card-based access minimising risks of data breach
  • Improved Privileged Account Control (flexible administrator role) feature
  • Android OS 10 on the upgraded Smart Operation Panel
  • Latest security updates via RICOH Always Current Technology

 

Sustainability

Ricoh are committed to reducing their environmental impact.

The new range of A3 Colour photocopiers lead the industry when it comes to sustainability, which is one of the many reasons Bizquip have worked closely with Ricoh since 1984.

  • Toner bottles produced from 100% recycled plastic
  • 54% reduction of plastic in packaging
  • 50% post-consumer recycled plastics used in the outer mainframe

 

If you would like to speak to one of our Workplace Technology team to learn more about the new Ricoh A3 Colour range of Photocopiers or our Managed Print Service offering – please click here.

The brand new Ricoh A3 Colour range of photocopiers – Adaptable, productive, secure and sustainable.
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Over the last number of years, our team have seen a huge drive towards sustainable procurement for our clients, many of which have specific ESG & sustainability strategies to ensure they are doing what they can to have a positive impact on the environment.

Bizquip have also taken steps to ensure we are making an ongoing positive impact on the environment, which you can read more about here.

Office printing is one area that often comes up in conversation and is often assumed to have a negative environmental impact, but if managed correctly with the right managed print solution and partner, this is certainly not the case.

In the following article, we highlight how implementing the right managed print solution can have a net-positive environmental impact with the support of Bizquip.

Print management that helps save the earth.

Printing has long been an essential aspect of most business operations, but it can often come at a cost to both the environment and the bottom line. Excessive printing not only contributes to paper waste but also consumes energy and resources. This is where a print management solution like PaperCut comes into play.

Papercut is a managed print software that helps hundreds of millions of people around the world to minimise waste, while having a secure and easy printing experience. Some of the environmental benefits of introducing Papercut include:

Reduced Paper Waste

PaperCut allows you to monitor and control printing activities across your organisation. Bizquip help you set print quotas, enable duplex or mono only printing by default, and can encourage employees to think twice before hitting that “Print” button. By reducing unnecessary printing, you’ll be minimising paper waste and decreasing the demand for raw materials.

Energy Conservation

PaperCut’s intelligent print job routing ensures that print jobs are sent to the most energy-efficient printer devices available. This not only reduces energy consumption but also lowers operational costs. By optimising your printing infrastructure, you can make a significant contribution to your company’s carbon footprint reduction.

Data-Driven Insights

The data provided by PaperCut’s reporting and analytics features can offer valuable insights into your organisation’s printing habits. This information can guide you in making informed decisions on how to further optimise your print environment for sustainability. For instance, you can identify high-volume print areas and implement targeted strategies to minimise waste in those locations. This, paired with our bespoke monitoring software, Bizvision, will enable our team (or yours) to monitor all print devices accurately from your desk, reducing the need to each device individually when a problem may arise.

Encouraging Behavioural Change

With PaperCut, you have the power to engage employees in your sustainability journey. By setting print limits and encouraging responsible printing behaviour’s, you’re fostering a culture of mindfulness and environmental stewardship among your workforce.

Remote Printing Control

In today’s hybrid work models, enabling remote printing control is essential. PaperCut allows employees to print documents from their devices while still adhering to sustainability policies. This flexibility promotes efficiency without compromising on your ESG goals.

 

Along with Papercut, Bizquip also partners with global market leading manufacturers such as Ricoh and HP, both of which have a strong focus on sustainable practices including carbon neutral certificates for all print hardware.

Finally, by signing up to our global reforestation programme in partnership with PrintReleaf, you can have a net-positive impact on the environment, safe in the knowledge that any time you or a colleague click print, you are contributing to the reforestation of the planet.

Both Papercut and our reforestation programme can be implemented on any existing print hardware or managed print solution without the need to upgrade printers or photocopiers.

For a brief demonstration or for more information, contact our workplace technology team here.

Going green – How introducing a print management solution through Bizquip can help you achieve your ESG & Sustainability goals.
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Managed Print workflow, user scanning documents using latest HP technology

In our latest blog post, we delve into the world of managed print services (MPS) and explore how implementing this solution can significantly benefit your business. In today’s fast-paced digital era, optimising your office workflows and reducing unnecessary costs are vital for staying competitive and ensuring your workforce are working efficiently. Bizquip’s Managed print service offering provides a comprehensive approach to print management, ensuring streamlined processes, enhanced productivity, and cost savings. So, let’s dive in and discover the numerous advantages of implementing a managed print service into your organisation.

First, let’s look at the term Managed Print Services:

Managed print services refer to the outsourcing of your printing and document infrastructure to a trusted expert in Bizquip. With MPS, you can streamline and optimise your printing environment, allowing you to focus on your core business activities while leaving the print management tasks to the experts. From monitoring and maintaining your print fleet to proactive supplies management, the workplace technology team at Bizquip handle all aspects of your printing infrastructure, including hardware, software, and ongoing support.

Key benefits of implementing a managed print service:

Cost Reduction: One of the most significant advantages of adopting MPS is cost reduction. By introducing an outsourced managed print service, you can eliminate unnecessary expenses associated with printing, such as excessive paper and ink/toner consumption, equipment downtime, and inefficient workflows. By optimising your print fleet, implementing print rules and restrictions, and proactively managing supplies, Bizquip’s team help you reduce costs and improve your budget predictability.

Enhanced Productivity: MPS plays a vital role in boosting productivity within your organisation. By automating manual processes, optimising workflows, and implementing user-friendly print management software, Bizquip can streamline your printing environment. This ensures that your employees can access the right printing resources when needed, minimising downtime and enhancing efficiency.

Proactive Maintenance, monitoring, and support: With a fully managed print service, you no longer need to worry about printer & photocopier malfunctions or downtime affecting your operations. Bizquip offer proactive monitoring and maintenance through our own Bizvision remote monitoring system, ensuring that your print fleet operates at optimal performance. By leveraging this remote monitoring tools, our technical team can detect and resolve issues before they impact your productivity. Additionally, our expert technical support is readily available to address any printing concerns, allowing your IT staff to focus on core tasks.

Enhanced Security and Compliance: Data security is a top priority for businesses today. Bizquip offer robust security measures to safeguard your sensitive information. These include secure printing solutions, user authentication, data encryption, and comprehensive print audit trails. By implementing MPS, you can enhance your compliance with industry regulations, such as GDPR, minimising the risk of data breaches. Bizquip work with global market leading manufacturers in the print industry such as Ricoh and HP to ensure out clients print infrastructure is robust and secure. 

A fully managed print service provides organisations with a comprehensive solution for optimising their printing environment. From cost reduction and increased productivity to enhanced security and scalability, the benefits of implementing MPS are undeniable. By partnering with a trusted MPS provider like Bizquip, you can streamline your printing operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. So, take the leap and embrace the power of managed print services to drive your business forward in today’s digital age.

If you have any questions or would like to explore how managed print services can benefit your specific business needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team of experts. We’re here to help you unlock the full potential of your printing infrastructure.

Click here to arrange a discovery call with one of our Workplace Technology team to see how you can improve your print environment.

Boost efficiencies with Managed Print Services
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Since March 2020, organisations have shifted how they operate on a day-to-day basis with many adopting a hybrid working model. Along with this, organisations in Ireland are constantly searching for ways to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs. One area that has gained significant traction is document management since 2020. Traditional paper-based workflows are gradually being replaced by more efficient digital alternatives which has sped up significantly with the introduction of hybrid working models, and for good reason. In this article, we will explore the advantages of digitising simple but effective document workflows and how it can benefit any organisation irrespective of size.

Enhanced Productivity: By adopting digital document workflows, companies can experience a significant boost in productivity. Manual and paper intensive processes such as printing, scanning, and physically handling documents, can be time-consuming and prone to human errors. With digitisation, documents can be created, shared, and accessed with just a few clicks, eliminating the need for physical paperwork. This allows employees to focus on more value-added tasks, leading to increased productivity and overall efficiency within the organisation.

Improved Collaboration: In the hybrid workplace, efficient collaboration is essential for business success. Digitising document workflows facilitates seamless collaboration among team members, regardless of their physical location. By storing documents in a secure cloud-based system, employees can access and work on files simultaneously, making real-time collaboration effortless. This not only accelerates decision-making processes but also fosters better communication and teamwork.

Enhanced Data Security: For any business, protecting sensitive information is a top priority. Traditional paper-based workflows are vulnerable to theft, loss, or damage, which can have serious consequences. Digitising documents offers enhanced data security by implementing encryption, access controls, and audit trails. With robust security measures in place, businesses can confidently store and manage their documents, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected and compliant with relevant regulations.

Cost Savings: Managing physical documents involves various expenses, including printing, storage, and maintenance. By transitioning to digital content, Organisations in Ireland can significantly reduce these costs. Digital storage eliminates the need for physical filing cabinets, freeing up valuable office space. Additionally, electronic document management reduces printing and paper consumption, contributing to sustainability efforts while saving money on supplies. Over time, these cost savings can have a positive impact on the bottom line and a return on investment in some cases within 6 months.

Environmental Sustainability: Embracing digital transformation aligns with the growing emphasis on sustainability. Traditional paper-based processes contribute to deforestation and waste generation. By going paperless, Irish companies can play a part in preserving the environment. Digitising documents reduces paper consumption, minimising carbon emissions associated with transportation, and promotes a greener way of conducting business operations.

The advantages of digitising document workflows are undeniable for any Irish business. From increased productivity and improved collaboration to enhanced data security and cost savings, the benefits are far-reaching. Bizquip have enabled clients to reduce workflows and bottlenecks and can show real savings by introducing simple but effective business process automation tools to enable our clients work effectively. Read a client specific case study here.

While the use of paper is still very important for most organisations in Ireland, introducing a streamlined process can help create a more efficient and collaborative workforce.

For instance, Bizquip have digitised some of our own processes, including our sales order process, our expenses process, and invoice approval processes.

Our team would be delighted to set up a brief demonstration on how we can implement process improvements to any of your processes you would like to discuss.

To arrange a call, please click here 

Going Paperless: The Advantages of Digitising Document Workflows
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HP New Range of Award Winning MFPs 2023

HP have launched a new range of MFPs which has won the Buyers Lab (BLI) A3 Line of the year award for 2023.

On top of winning the A3 laser photocopier line of the year, it has also claimed the prestigious Buyers Lab (BLI) Most Energy Efficient Laser A3 Brand award for 2023-2025 from Keypoint intelligence.

Get more done faster with HP’s industry leading printing, scanning and OCR speeds, maximum uptime –powered by HP’s custom designed quadcore processor.

 

HP Wolf Enterprise Security provides the world’s most secure printing through industry leading multi-layer, self-healing security that protects, detects, and adapts to new threats. We keep trouble out so you can keep your business running.

Bizquip are delighted to work with HP as an Amplify Power Services partner and can supply & support HP photocopiers and printers across Ireland.

Talk to one of our managed print experts and discover how by implementing a leading managed print service with the new award-winning HP print hardware you can optimise your workflows with flexibility to support your workforce today and evolve to meet your demands for tomorrow.

Click here to arrange a call with one of our specialists today.

Introducing the new HP A3 MFP range of photocopiers, the most secure printers on the market.
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In the competitive world of legal services, efficiency, cost savings, and data security are paramount. With the reliance on documents and paperwork, managing printing infrastructure can become a significant burden. That’s where a Managed Print Service (MPS) come into play.

Bizquip have specialised in Managed Print Services since our inception in 1984, and have a strong footprint in the legal sector, supporting a large number of legal firms in Ireland.

In the following article, we will explore the features and benefits of Managed Print Services specifically tailored to meet the needs of legal firms in Ireland, helping them streamline their printing processes, reduce costs, and enhance data security.

Tailored Print Solutions for Legal Firms: As a leading managed Print Services provider, Bizquip understand the unique requirements of legal firms and can tailor their solutions accordingly. By conducting a thorough assessment of your printing environment, our Managed Print experts can design a customised plan to optimise your print fleet, address document workflow challenges, and streamline operations.

Cost Reduction and Predictability: Managed Print Services helps legal firms in Ireland achieve substantial cost savings. By analysing your printing infrastructure, we can identify inefficiencies, consolidate devices, and implement print rules to reduce waste. Through strategic placement of multifunction printers (MFPs) and advanced print tracking, a managed print service enables accurate cost allocation, preventing overcharging to clients and ensuring cost predictability.

Enhanced Document Security and Compliance: Legal firms handle sensitive client information, making data security a critical concern. Our Managed Print service offering ensures robust security measures to protect sensitive data throughout the printing process. Features such as secure print release, user authentication, and encryption ensure that confidential documents remain confidential. By implementing MPS, legal firms can enhance compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR, and client-specific confidentiality agreements.

Streamlined Document Workflows: The legal industry heavily relies on document workflows involving printing, scanning, and document management. A managed print service optimises these workflows, enabling seamless integration of digital and paper-based processes. By implementing automated document capture and routing solutions, legal firms can save time and reduce manual errors, resulting in increased productivity and improved client service.

Proactive Maintenance and Support: Photocopier downtime can be detrimental to legal firms. Bizquip offer proactive monitoring of print devices, ensuring timely maintenance and minimising disruptions. With remote diagnostics, our technical team can identify and resolve issues before they impact productivity. Furthermore, our managed print team offer industry leading technical support and quick response times freeing up your IT staff’s time to focus on core tasks.

Scalability and Flexibility: Legal firms often experience fluctuations in printing demands due to case volumes or client requirements. Introducing a managed print service allows you to scale your print fleet up or down to accommodate changing needs. Whether you need additional capacity during peak periods or wish to consolidate devices during quieter times. Bizquip provides the flexibility to align your printing infrastructure with your firm’s evolving requirements.

For legal firms, staying ahead requires optimising every aspect of your business operations, including printing. Our Managed Print Services provide legal firms in Ireland with tailored solutions to streamline document workflows, enhance security, reduce costs, and improve productivity. By partnering with Bizquip, legal firms can offload the burden of print management and focus on their core competencies. Embrace the power of Managed Print Services and unlock the potential for increased efficiency and profitability in your legal practice.

Our professional services team can analyse your current print infrastructure and provide recommendations to your organisation to ensure you are operating as efficiently as possible.

For a free consultation, please click here to arrange an initial call.

How managed print services can benefit legal firms in Ireland
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It was great to return to ISE 2023 in recent weeks and with over 1,000 exhibitors spaced out over 56,870 sqm of exhibit space – you could have spent 3 weeks going through each stand as opposed to the 3 days I spent there!   

Bizquip was founded on the provision of cutting-edge workplace technology almost 40 years ago. Although technologies have evolved considerably since our Managing Director Jim first opened our doors in 1984, one thing that has remained is how we adapt and evolve to match the changing needs of our clients.  

We are constantly looking at new technologies that will increase efficiencies in the workplace for our clients, and ISE Europe is one of the best ways to preview these and meet new partners.  The 4-day event is split into various conferences including The Smark Workplace Summit, The Smart Building Conference, and The Digital Signage Summit as well as various talks and discussions with industry leaders from across the globe.  It is great to be able to road test these new solutions and bring to the Irish market the global leaders in the provision of a range of workplace technology tools and solutions from AV and VC equipment to software all of which are designed to offer the best in class business process automation and a range of tools designed to help you manage your hybrid workplace.  Our passion for workplace technology has never lost pace since day one.  

It will come as no surprise that a very common theme throughout the exhibition halls was the hybrid workplace. How can technology enhance the experience of those working in hybrid environments, both from the home office and from the office office? Flexibility and Hybrid are here to stay so it was exciting to see what is available beyond the existing range of solutions from our partners.    

It was a great opportunity to meet with our current suppliers including GoBright, Barco, Poly, Yealink, and Logitech to see what innovations they will be introducing in the future, such as Hybrid office Apps and other space management solutions like Flowscape.   

Another key aspect of the hybrid conversation at ISE 2023 was the importance of user experience.  Hybrid needs to work for everyone, and meeting room technologies need to be user-friendly. 

If I were to focus on specifics that really caught my eye it would be around the incredible technologies and advances designed to bring everyone together using AV and VC tools and technology.  The strength in this area was the united opinion that the use of high-quality audiovisuals irrespective of location was imperative.  

Home office connectivity – Ensuring high-quality audio visuals irrespective of location  

For me, the Logi Dock from Logitech was a real winner in this space.  This all-in-one USB-C docking station with meeting controls and a speakerphone. The self-proclaimed Work-From-Home Superhero is designed to simplify your home office setup, reduce desktop clutter, and help remote workers feel more productive. Certified for leading video conferencing platforms and easy to set up, Logi Dock connects everything in one tidy unit that replaces the need for extra peripherals and eliminates a tangle of cables and wires.   

I also found the Poly Sync range from Poly to be excellent. This range of Bluetooth speakers and soundbars keeps the focus on voices, not background noise ensuring remarkable sound for meetings (and music!), very easily deployed and in a range of sleek modern designs to suit a range of spaces, from a home office to a large meeting space in a corporate office. 

BYOD  – Bring your own Device

There has been a big shift towards simple, BYOD soundbar and camera solutions for collaboration spaces and smaller meeting rooms over the past few years, which allows users simply plug in their laptop using either a single cable or wireless dongle to conduct a meeting with high-quality audio and video.  This was also evident in the technology on display at ISE2023.   

While there was no “game changer” new type of product in this space at ISE 2023, the solutions providers are really focused on the user experience and ease of use.  Two really popular solutions we provide our clients with are Yealink UVC40 and the Poly Studio X30. 

Larger Meeting Room Requirements  

For larger spaces such as boardrooms, training rooms, and larger meeting rooms – it is so important to facilitate an AV and VC system that works for you and your company. Reading that, you might think that is a very simple and obvious point, but It is surprising the number of companies we see that install incredibly complex systems unnecessarily which can be complicated to use.  

We have seen examples of situations like this where the technology goes unused due to the difficulty posed when trying to use it.  

There were plenty of innovative solutions on show to alleviate these challenges that users face, designed for ease of use on show at ISE 2023. 

“Meeting Equity” is a newer term being used showing that solutions providers are trying to create an equal experience for all meeting participants.   According to Barco, 71% of people struggle with Hybrid meetings and 1 in 3 remote workers feel disengaged in hybrid calls.  

A common issue for remote meeting participants is feeling less involved in meetings and finding they don’t contribute as much as the users who are in the face-to-face meeting room. Companies like Yealink and Poly are creating solutions to tackle this issue to enable a much more inclusive experience for remote participants.  

Two great examples of innovation to tackle the feeling of meetings being fragmented are the following; 

Again, we are leaning towards a Yealink product, this time the SmartVision 60, a new 360-degree panoramic Wide-angle camera from Yealink to create more inclusive meeting experiences.

Poly Studio showcased their Studio E70 camera, smart camera framing using AI to create a “People Framing” mode which recognises within the room and creates zoomed in tiles for each individual, enabling a much more inclusive meeting for remote users.   

 Simplifying Solutions  

The common thread across the whole event is in the need to simplify solutions and make them as user-friendly as possible for the SME/ corporate market.  All the technologies and hardware on display and immediately available to the market are designed to ease of use and ease of integration without any compromise to functionality or quality.   

Product of the Event  

It certainly caught the eye of everyone at the event including my own, it was impossible not to notice it, the LG a 272” MicroLED 8k screen was incredible to see. It was also reportedly bought off the standby by a La Liga footballer after seeing it, the reported purchase was north of € 1 million!  

All in all, ISE 2023 was an excellent event, and we look forward to expanding our partnerships to bring our clients the best Workplace Technology Solutions as your true workplace specialists.  

Integrated Systems Europe 2023, Workplace Technology Innovations on show in Barcelona
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