Customization has long been the gold standard in conference room AV. Traditionally, AV integrators would source individual hardware components—microphones, cameras, displays—and design bespoke systems tailored to each client’s needs. But as technology has advanced, pre-engineered room types are emerging as a smart, efficient solution for many businesses.

So how do you decide between a custom-designed system and a pre-engineered solution? The answer depends on your room’s requirements, your budget, and how quickly you need your AV system up and running. Here’s how to determine the best approach for your organization.

Hybrid workplaces—what a great idea! Work-from-home enthusiasts can take their laptops on the go and work from their home offices, cafes, or wherever they roam. Those who prefer the office’s face-to-face camaraderie can work on location. And a few times a week, everyone collaborates in person.

In theory, it may sound like a dream, but hybrid work models are proving to be more difficult than some imagined—especially during hybrid meetings. Without proper cameras, microphones, displays, and speakers, your teams at the conference table will hardly see or hear remote participants. And those at home won’t feel included in the spur-of-the-moment discussions happening in the conference room.

Luckily, technology brands like Logitech are working to fix this problem with solutions like the new Sight AI-powered camera. We think Sight is a great step in the right direction—here’s why.