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Windows Collaboration Display from Sharp! It’s So Simple to Use

As we start to make our way back to the office, envision this? A meeting is starting in 10 minutes, you’re trying to figure out what cable is the correct one to plug into your laptop, is the camera on, are the speakers working. You think you’re ready for the meeting but no.  The camera is not working!  Have you been there? I’m sure we all have at one point in our career.  Why not make it easy with the Windows Collaboration Display from Sharp!  It’s as simple as walk in, plug in and start work!

Just walk in, plug in the 8m USB-C cable and it automatically switches to the right input for whatever information you want to display. You’re instantly ready to start your meeting. Really, its that easy and it’s worth the few extra dollars!

The Microsoft certified 4K Ultra HD 70-inch display is ideal for meeting spaces, boardrooms, training rooms and almost anywhere else with an office environment you can imagine. With a built-in microphone, high quality camera and IoT sensor hub, it works seamlessly with the Microsoft 365 collaboration tools. Microsoft Office application allow staff to work together and be more creative and Teams provides the online meeting solutions including annotation, overlay and presentation tools for the ultimate in collaboration. Lastly, Microsoft Azure Digital Twins is an IoT platform to help with the physical environment such as occupancy, room bookings, light control,  HVAC control and air quality.

Worried about the cabling?  Don’t be.  The single USB-C connector, which is used with latest Windows and Apple Mac notebooks, provides high-speed, high-bandwidth data transfer for multiple functions, include 4K video, internet network and application data. With split screens and built-in casting, up to five devices can be connected simultaneously whether its Windows or Android, i.e., phones, tables, or laptops. If you don’t have hardware that supports the USB-C connection, don’t worry a HDMI and USB cable connection will still have you fully functioning.

The display comes with a three year warranty from Sharp. Set up and delivery by Smile.

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Etiquette Tips to Make your Meeting More Enjoyable

For the last eight months, all we hear about is Zoom Zoom Zoom. The world has transformed from in-person to virtual meetings. We’ve all had to adapt yet some people still inadvertently distract others’, so a little etiquette reminder is in order when attending an online meeting or webinar.  Whether you’re the presenter or the attendee, it’s all about a positive experience for all participants.

To make a meeting and webinar more enjoyable, here are some suggestions:

What type of event are you attending?

Know what type of event you are attending. Are you attending a meeting or a webinar? A meeting is designed for more of collaborative event to share ideas, review projects, weekly updates, screen sharing and more.  Webinars are designed for a host to share a video, audio and screen with view-only attendees. Attendees have the ability to interact via chat, polling questions and a Question & Answer platform.

If the meeting is not virtual and you need to organize the meeting make sure that you get the help from event planning services in DC they will help you to succeed in the event.

Make Sure You’re Secure

If you are the presenter, make sure you manage your screen sharing abilities on a per meeting basis.  Usually, only the hosts and co-host have the ability to share their screens, but it’s still important for the host to enable the security icon on the meeting toolbar and make sure the latest version is being used. With all the heightened security due to online events, many of the meeting tools such as Zoom, Teams, Go-To-Meeting, etc. have numerous updates. By using a secure automated user management software provided by a cloud-based platform like Tools4Ever, an organization can make provisioning rapid, and secure, and can streamline their business. It’s just as important to make your meeting private. With so many social outlets, ensuring a password will eliminate unwanted people engaging with inappropriate sharing or zoombombing!

 

Etiquette Tips

In preparation for the event, here are some etiquette tips to consider:

  • Please mute your microphone if it’s not already auto muted. Background noise is such an annoyance for the presenter and attendees. Here are a few common background noises: a barking dog, a crying baby, children talking to their parents, shuffling papers, car alarm, Amazon or UPS at the door, coworkers talking amongst each other, lawnmower, and construction. Can you add to this list?
  • If possible, make sure you have a natural light source in front of you. Everyone looks best in natural light, if necessary, add a lamp for more light.
  • Frame yourself on your screen and be front and center and engaged.
  • Elevate your laptop so you are looking into the camera head-on and at eye level. Try not to look up at the camera.
  • Make sure you look presentable and professional from the waist up! Unless you’re a promoter for AC/DC, probably not a good idea to wear a concert t-shirt, know your audience!
  • Limit your distractions by turning off your phone notifications, close any apps, or merely mute your phone.
  • Although your children and pets are adorable, it might be best to refrain from having them sit on your lap or hold them during the meeting.
  • Avoid snacking while attending a meeting.
  • Be prepared!

 

Be Prepared

Sharp’s Window Collaboration Display (WCD) is a simple solution to an event. Whether you’re an attendee or the presenter, it’s as straightforward as plugging in your laptop! Be on time and be prepared; technology can be challenging although with the WCD, Sharp makes it so easy.  With a built-in microphone, high quality camera and IoT sensor hub with Azure, the WCD it works seamlessly. As a certified Microsoft partner, using Office 365 and Teams is the best solution. If using other platforms such as Zoom, Go-To-Meeting, etc., no problem, a simple configuration will allow for ease of use.

 

Everyone has their own meeting pet peeves. Think about your last few meetings and the distraction that everyone encountered.  As world adapts to the new normal with more virtual meetings, let’s try and Zoom through our meetings with better etiquette, less distractions and consideration for others.

 

To learn more about the Sharp Windows Collaboration Display, contact Smile today!  We can easily provide a virtual demo to show you how the WCD can become a powerful tool within your company.

 

*The Windows Collaboration Display has already won an award for Best New Collaboration Board in the 2019 Best of ISE Awards, and for 2019 Top New Technology Award for displays*

 

 

 

 

Microsoft Renames Office 365 & the Microsoft Certified Windows Collaboration Display from Sharp

Microsoft Announcement – Today, Microsoft announced that Office 365 SMB will be renamed to Microsoft 365. Why? The new name indicates that Office is more than Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; including apps like Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and SharpPoint. The new Microsoft 365 is designed to help customers achieve more with apps, intelligent cloud service, AI and enhanced security.

If you are a Microsoft users  it would benefit you to take some time to learn about the new Microsoft Certified Windows Collaboration Display (WCD) from Sharp Electronics – It’s definitely a game changer! For teamwork to be truly effective, people need to easily connect and share ideas. The WCD is a 70 inch 4K Ultra HD interactive display that works seamlessly with Microsoft 365 collaboration tools such as Teams.  The technology is astounding from plug and play, to built-in cameras, and multiple IoT sensors that connect to Microsoft Azure Digital Twins IoT platform.  The WCD technology not only enhances your productivity but also your workplace.

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To learn more about the 4K camera, built-in microphone array, sensor hub, Synappx Meeting, and more, contact Smile Business Products. We can easily provide a virtual demo to show you how the Sharp Windows Collaboration Display can become a power tool within your company.

*The Windows Collaboration Display has already won an award for Best New Collaboration Board in the 2019 Best of ISE Awards, and for 2019 Top New Technology Award for displays*