K Line Europe improve the video conferencing experience in their London & Southampton offices
“After engaging with Rapid Technologies, Kit guided us through the different solutions available and arranged for a face-to-face demonstration by the manufacturer. The order process was smoothly handled, and the installation team worked tirelessly to complete the setup in our office. Since then, we have received positive feedback from the office and remote users, and had a trouble free environment which fully integrates with our MS TEAM. We are very satisfied with the service level we received and have already placed a second order to expand the use of the equipment recommended by Rapid Tech. It’s nice to come across a professional company that has the clients best interests at their core.” – Martin Jarvis, EMEA Information Systems Group – K Line Europe About K Line Europe K Line Europe, a European subsidiary of global Japanese shipping and logistics company, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, are a prominent player in the global shipping and logistics industry. K Line Europe have established itself as a leader in maritime transportation, providing a wide range of services including container shipping, bulk shipping and specialised cargo handling. Identifying the challenges K Line Europe approached Rapid as they had multiple meeting rooms with video conferencing equipment that was no longer fit for purpose. They had a variety of conferencing equipment across different rooms, leading to inconsistent user experience and error. Their existing solutions did not effectively support K Line’s hybrid work model and there was difficulty for IT in managing and maintaining conferencing equipment. Delivering a solution K Line Europe had standardised on Microsoft Teams as an organisation and after arranging face-to-face demonstrations with our partner Yealink, it was agreed that the best option was for them to deploy Microsoft Teams Rooms. This would fully integrate with their existing Microsoft ecosystem and the suite of Yealink’s Teams Room certified products aligned exactly with what K Line were looking for, whilst coming in cheaper than competing brands in the space. The Yealink Device Management Platform (free of charge for 2 years) ensured that IT can update firmware remotely and manage the estate without needing to be present in the office. As a result of staff positive feedback Rapid have also just recently fitted out video conferencing at K Line’s Southampton Office as well. Find out more about our Yealink Conferencing solutions!
Kirkby Tyres implement BYOD solution for their meeting rooms
“All of our requirements with Rapid have come last minute. Rapid responded and always delivered. This has been demonstrated when we have had the need for Conference AV rental with stage design and the need for screen to be supplied and fitted around our offices. Keep up the good work.” – Simon Evans, Analyst – Kirkby Tyres About Kirkby Tyres Kirkby Tyres is a renowned leader in the tyre distribution industry, serving a variety of clients across the UK. With a strong reputation for reliability and an extensive range of high-quality products, Kirkby Tyres has cemented its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking top-notch tyre solutions. Identifying the challenges Kirkby Tyres came to Rapid as they had began to use video conferencing more regularly and had issues with poor audio and video quality, connectivity issues, and user friendliness. This was becoming increasingly an issue for senior management who needed to connect with key suppliers in foreign countries seamlessly. Kirkby Tyres also needed to remain platform agnostic as they used Microsoft Teams internally but other platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet were used by suppliers & customers and they could not always dictate the platform of choice. Delivering a solution As a result of the requirements laid out by Kirkby Tyres, Rapid proposed a simple Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) solution in order to ensure ease of use and allow for use with multiple different video conferencing platforms. After reviewing a couple of different options, the Biamp Parle VBC 2500 Video Conferencing Bar was chosen for the meeting rooms along with a single USB-C cable for ease of use. Biamp use Acoutic Echo Cancellation (AEC), AI Noise Reduction (NRD), and their patented Beamtracking technology that actively tracks and intelligently mixes conversations from around the room. The wide angle 4k camera also uses auto framing technology to identify meeting participants and to adjust the focus and zoom to keep participants in view. Since then Rapid Technologies have successfully worked with Kirkby Tyres to assist in the AV design, planning, and rental for a recent event they hosted in the Crowne Plaza. Find out more about our Video Conferencing solutions!
What is the best technology to have in the boardroom?
In today’s fast-paced and ever evolving corporate world, boardrooms are where the critical decision-making and strategic planning happens. Investing in cutting-edge technology will help companies enhance collaboration, efficiency, and productivity in the boardroom. In this blog, we explore the best technologies that can be used to revolutionise the boardroom experience and ultimately drive businesses towards success. Interactive Displays and Content Sharing The days of old fashioned PowerPoint slides and presentations are behind us. Now modern boardrooms require meetings and presentations that can captivate audiences. Thanks to interactive displays with touch screen capabilities and digital annotation features, meeting participants will be engaged and meaningful conversations can be stimulated. Data visualisation tools take complex information and transform it into visually compelling representations, allowing board members to grasp insights quickly, facilitating data-driven decisions. Furthermore, supporting Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), it encourages flexibility and enhances collaboration, as participants can use their familiar devices to contribute to discussions. Devices such as the Yealink WPP30 Wireless Sharing Dongle allows hassle-free screen sharing at the touch of a button. Alternatively, Poly, Yealink and Logitech VC systems all allow for a direct screen sharing solution with an HDMI cable which can be used by anyone at the table. Video Conferencing The rise of remote work has presented both challenges and opportunities for businesses across the globe. Video conferencing solutions have become a vital part of work activities by enabling seamless communication and collaboration regardless of physical location. High-definition cameras and reliable audio systems ensure that virtual participants feel present and engaged, fostering real-time interactions and facilitating connections. With the emergence of solutions such as Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zooms rooms, users are able to enjoy an extremely simple meeting process in just a few clicks. These solutions are fool proof, allowing users to join meetings with just one touch, scheduling new meetings easily and sharing content into those meetings seamlessly. This enables collaboration between those in the workplace and remote, in a way that was previously not possible. To facilitate seamless teamwork, businesses are turning to collaboration software and tools. These platforms encompass project management, file sharing and communication tools, streamlining workflows and enabling real-time document editing and sharing. With everyone on the same page, board members can make decisions more efficiently and effectively. Room Booking Solutions The management of meeting spaces has become paramount for maximising productivity and enhancing the overall efficiency of a company. By introducing cutting-edge room booking technologies into your business, such as GoBright and Evoko, it brings an array of invaluable benefits. These solutions revolutionise the way organisations schedule, utilise, and optimise their meeting spaces. Employees can effortlessly locate and secure suitable spaces for their meetings and receive real-time updates on room availability reduce conflicts and eliminate time wasted searching for vacant spaces. In conclusion, the boardroom is much more than four walls and a flipchart. Embracing the best technologies, can help your business to improve collaboration, efficiency and productivity, which will boost your businesses at the forefront of innovation. As companies are always adapting and evolving, the boardroom will continue to be the hub of strategic decision-making and technology will remain a driving force behind their success.
