Episodes

  • Elevate flexible workplace management with Microsoft Places
    Nov 8 2024

    Explore the employee and workplace benefits of Microsoft Places in this episode of the Collaboration Space podcast. Nancy Lussier and the VP of AVI-SPL's Global Microsoft Practice, Ron Wolfe dive into:

    • Return to work mandates: are companies back to the office or hybrid?
    • How Microsoft Places supports flexible work and modernizes office spaces with intelligent technology
    • AVI-SPL's alignment with Microsoft on the launch of Microsoft Places
    • How Places can help organizations better understand their employees in-office experiences, and evaluate actual vs. intended office activities with data and analytics
    • Top customer benefits: Workplace optimization, available analytics, and Microsoft standardization make Places attractive


    Discover how your office spaces are utilized with Microsoft Places and AVI-SPL.

    We are an experienced Microsoft Managed Partner and Microsoft Modern Work Solutions Partner. Our experts are ready to take the burden off your IT support and plan, deploy, and manage Microsoft solutions across your workplace.



    Resources:
    AVI-SPL and Microsoft: https://avispl.com/microsoft/
    AVI-SPL and Microsoft Teams: https://avispl.com/microsoft-teams-services/

    Contact us at contact@avispl.com for more details.

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    13 mins
  • Transforming Justice: The Future of Court Technology with Logitech & NCSC
    Oct 23 2024

    Don't miss this informative and inspiring episode featuring a tour of the National Center for State Courts Innovation Lab. Head over to our YouTube channel to see the video.

    Contact us at contact@avispl.com for more information.

    Welcome!
    Join us for this episode as we explore the changing world of court technology and its potential to revolutionize the legal system. Tune in and discover how to transform your local court system with the power of collaboration technology from AVI-SPL and Logitech.

    Your Host

    • Nancy Lussier, AVI-SPL

    Special Guests

    • Kevin Schornhorst, AVI-SPL
    • Roseanne Cohen, Logitech
    • Shay Cleary, National Center for State Courts (NCSC)


    In this episode, we'll discuss:

    • How video collaboration tools are playing a crucial role in reimagining justice.
    • The benefits of remote and hybrid hearings, including increased efficiency, convenience, and accessibility.
    • The positive outcomes of AV collaboration in courts, such as increased access to justice, improved efficiency, and enhanced constituent services.
    • The NCSC Innovation Lab: a collaborative space for exploring new technologies and solutions for court systems.
    • Current video conferencing platforms and virtual courtroom technologies.
    • Real-world examples of courts successfully implementing video collaboration solutions.
    • Challenges and considerations for transforming court systems, including infrastructure, security, training, and legal procedures.
    • How AVI-SPL and Logitech work together to provide innovative solutions for courtrooms.


    Resources:

    • AVI-SPL and Logitech: https://avispl.com/logitech/
    • NCSC: https://www.ncsc.org/


    Contact us at contact@avispl.com to get started with AVI-SPL and Logitech courtroom solutions.

    From the courtroom to the conference room, AVI-SPL and Logitech offer comprehensive solutions to support the evolving needs of court systems. Their expertise in design, integration, and technology can help your court navigate the future of justice.

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    32 mins
  • Creating Immersive Workplace Experiences with Crestron
    Oct 22 2024

    Hi all, before we dive in, the Crestron Experience Center Open House event has passed. :( Learn more about Crestron at https://avispl.com/crestron/ or contact AVI-SPL at contact@avispl.com.

    Welcome back to The Collaboration Space! In this episode, we'll discuss the effects of the return to work debate that's heating up and what it means to you and your teams.

    We've seen mandates in the news, including the latest from Amazon, who is targeting January 2025 for a mandatory 5 days in the office schedule. But it's likely that around the globe, hybrid rules will still apply, too, since employees don't want to give up that flexibility.

    So it's time to ask, "What does your workspace look like? When was the last time they've been updated? Now is the time to earn the commute with immersive experiences in the office with modern technology.

    Cara Shannon and Joel Mulpeter from Crestron are joining our discussion today.

    Watch the video podcast to explore insights from AVI-SPL and Crestron panelists, including:

    • How do we create high-impact spaces that really encourage us all to go back to the office and yet still help us connect to our remote teammates?
    • Types of high-impact spaces: ideal for in-person experiences in larger spaces
    • How Crestron Sightline delivers an inclusive experience for hybrid team members and supports multiple core platforms in the room

    You'll also hear feedback from teams using Crestron Sightline rooms and how these rooms create an inclusive experience with technology such as:

    • 1 Beyond cameras
    • AI-powered speaker framing
    • Automate VX
    • Displays
    • Crestron DM NVX
    • Crestron Flex
    • One-button connect

    Ready to add Crestron Sightline to your meeting spaces?

    Email us at contact@avispl.com, and we'll connect you with an expert at your local AVI-SPL office.

    Learn more about AVI-SPL and Crestron.


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    13 mins
  • How cloud calling platforms and crisis management solutions intersect with Avaya and 911inform
    Sep 12 2024

    Brandi Hardman of Avaya and Jay Robison of 911inform join this episode of The Collaboration Space. They share insights on the benefits of cloud calling and contact center platforms and the importance of incorporating an emergency preparedness solution into those platforms.


    During this podcast, we discuss:
    - An intro to cloud calling and contact center platforms
    - Key criteria for selecting a platform
    - The importance of embedded platform security and crisis management solutions
    - Avaya's unique crisis management capabilities
    - How AVI-SPL and Avaya can help move your voice tech to the cloud

    Explore Avaya solutions:

    https://avispl.com/blog/top-considerations-for-moving-your-contact-center-to-the-cloud/

    https://avispl.com/avaya/

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    10 mins
  • How to create a standardized workplace experience with HP | Poly
    Jun 10 2024

    THE LIVE AVTechnology WEBCAST WILL TAKE PLACE ON JULY 25. REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON.

    Joe Mukherjee joins Mathew DeFreitas in the Collaboration Space to share how HP | Poly solutions are elevating meeting equity in the evolving flexible workplace.

    During this podcast, we discuss:

    - How HP | Poly is enhancing collaboration technology user experiences

    - The latest HP | Poly systems supporting the standardized workplace experience

    - Importance of sustainability in HP | Poly’s technology development and deployment

    - How to manage HP | Poly systems across an entire enterprise

    - Discuss an upcoming AVTechnology webcast featuring HP | Poly Lens and AVI-SPL Symphony

    - AVI-SPL and HP | Poly’s partnership

    Planning to attend InfoComm 2024? Catch up with HP | Poly at booth C8042 and AVI-SPL at booth C7031!

    https://avispl.com/infocomm-2024/

    Here are AVI-SPL’s ESG report and HP | Poly’s sustainability page links Mathew mentioned:

    https://avispl.com/about-us/esg/

    https://www.hp.com/us-en/sustainable-impact.html

    Learn more about HP | Poly

    https://avispl.com/poly/

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    21 mins
  • Tom Arbuthnot of Empowering.Cloud Shares Signature Microsoft Teams Rooms Insights
    Feb 13 2024

    Tom Arbuthnot of Empowering.Cloud shares his insights about enabling immersive collaboration at the office, and shares some of the top trends he's seeing in Teams Rooms design.

    Here's the ISE rAVe AI/Copilot interview with Tom and John Bailey we mentioned.

    You can sign up for the March 6, 2024 webinar hosted by Empowering.Cloud here:
    "The Power of Bringing Together Collaboration, Communications and AI with Microsoft Teams"

    During this podcast, we discuss:
    - Front row setup in Signature Microsoft Teams Rooms
    - How Microsoft responds to customer needs and continues to enhance both its hardware and applications.
    - The role AI plays in Microsoft Teams
    - Surface Hub 3 interactive display trends and whiteboarding
    - How to ensure rooms and devices are updated and available when needed
    - Device management and monitoring trends

    Learn more about Empowering.Cloud.

    Explore AVI-SPL Microsoft solutions and services.

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    8 mins
  • Why now is the time to deliver a better meeting experience featuring Logitech Sight
    Dec 18 2023

    Update at 16:05: Logitech has been carbon neutral since 2021.

    Logitech's Nathan Coutinho joins Nancy Lussier in this episode of The Collaboration Space. We chat about solutions to today's hybrid workplace challenges, including enabling meeting equity and engaging remote workers.

    Nathan discusses why now is the best time to resolve issues with upgraded smart framing and audio with solutions including Logitech Sight. He also shares Logitech's commitment to sustainability.

    Learn more about AVI-SPL and Logitech meeting solutions.

    Watch the video podcast.

    Sight in Microsoft Teams

    Logitech Sight: A Front and Center Experience (platform agnostic)

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    18 mins
  • Top Considerations to Get Hybrid Done Right with Neat
    Oct 31 2023

    Many of us have landed on a hybrid schedule where everyone can flex their time between the office and home. But there are different flavors of hybrid, some more prescriptive than others. In this podcast, we'll chat about one of the most common forms of hybrid. And, more importantly, how to get hybrid done right so everyone is happy.

    I have two guests joining me in The Collaboration Space for this discussion; Rob Swan, from Neat, and returning guest, Derrick Kelly from AVI-SPL.

    Watch the video podcast.

    The panel discusses:

    - What "organized hybrid" is, and its benefits for both the company and the employee
    - What AVI-SPL and Neat are hearing from customers about hybrid work schedules
    _- Recent stats about hybrid work and productivity
    - Ways technology supports doing hybrid "right" and helps ensure everyone has the same positive experience
    - How Neat supports getting hybrid done right

    Learn more about AVI-SPL and Neat.


    Explore Neat Symmetry.

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    21 mins