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Meeting Room Doctor

Meeting Room Doctor

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The Meeting Room Doctor is here to diagnose and fix the issues that make video-enabled meeting spaces frustrating—from poor audio and acoustics to awkward cameras and outdated tech. The result? More equitable, productive, and intuitive meetings. Host Alex Smith brings decades of experience designing exceptional meeting and event spaces. Join him and the team for expert insights from AV innovators, workplace specialists, and exclusive events with top technology manufacturers. Need hands-on support? Our Surgery and On-Your-Team services provide tailored guidance to ensure your spaces become Doctor Approved. Plus, our trusted Installation Partners are ready to bring your collaboration vision to life. Subscribe and let’s make meetings better—one room at a time. Direction Economie Management Management et direction
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    • BYOD vs. Ecosystem Rooms: Which Meeting Setup is Right for You?
      Oct 28 2025
      In this episode of the Meeting Room Doctor podcast, the host delves into the concept of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) conference rooms, highlighting their flexibility and the ability for users to connect to virtual meetings using their personal devices. The discussion covers the advantages and disadvantages of BYOD technology, including its cost-effectiveness and platform agnosticism, which allows users to access various conferencing platforms like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet without dedicated hardware. The episode also explores the hardware considerations necessary for setting up a BYOD room, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate cameras, microphones, and displays based on room size and acoustics. The host explains how BYOD can enhance the meeting experience by providing access to advanced AI features for transcription and decision-making support. Listeners are guided through the best practices for deploying BYOD solutions, including the potential benefits of integrating ecosystem rooms with BYOD capabilities. Social Links https://meetingroomdoctor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meetingroomdoctor/ https://www.tiktok.com/@meetingroomdoctor https://www.youtube.com/@meetingroomdoctor Host Bio Alex Smith is an AV industry expert and consultant with decades of experience designing high-performing meeting and event spaces. As the host of The Meeting Room Doctor, he tackles the common (and not-so-common) issues that make video-enabled meetings frustrating—helping businesses create more equitable, effective, and intuitive environments for hybrid collaboration. With deep knowledge of workplace strategy, AV technology, and procurement, Alex helps teams avoid costly mistakes, ensure fit-for-purpose solutions, and get rooms built right the first time. His clear, practical advice is trusted by organisations looking to make confident, informed decisions about their meeting spaces. Whether supporting a full AV refresh or fine-tuning a single room, Alex shares best practices, product insights, and lessons from the field—so you can deliver better meetings, every time. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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      13 min
    • Fundamental Series - Display Size Matters
      Oct 13 2025
      In this episode of the Meeting Room Doctor podcast, we dive deep into the essential considerations for selecting the right display screen for meeting rooms. Host The Meeting Room Doctor explains why simply purchasing a large television isn't the best solution for commercial environments. Instead, he highlights the advantages of large format displays, which are specifically designed for extended use in professional settings. Listeners will learn about the importance of screen size, resolution, aspect ratio, and brightness, as well as the various display formats available, including single, dual, and ultra-wide screens. The episode also covers the growing trend of interactivity in displays, such as touchscreen capabilities and digital signage features. Additionally, the podcast discusses the decline of projectors in favor of large format displays and LED video walls, particularly in larger spaces. The Meeting Room Doctor emphasizes the significance of proper sizing and environmental considerations to ensure optimal viewing experiences. Key Quotes "Televisions are domestic products and they're designed to be used around four hours every day... not video conferencing or presentations." "Size does matter. Too small and people won't see the contents at the back of the room. Too big, it will be overpowering, which will be tiring for the users." "The DISCAS formula... gives us an optimal size so that all users can see clearly and most optimally." "Adding a touchscreen capability to display gives a whole new level of interactivity... the ability to annotate on the screen and share that into a meeting." "Every meeting room deserves to be doctor approved." Social Links https://meetingroomdoctor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meetingroomdoctor/ https://www.tiktok.com/@meetingroomdoctor https://www.youtube.com/@meetingroomdoctor Host Bio Alex Smith is an AV industry expert and consultant with decades of experience designing high-performing meeting and event spaces. As the host of The Meeting Room Doctor, he tackles the common (and not-so-common) issues that make video-enabled meetings frustrating—helping businesses create more equitable, effective, and intuitive environments for hybrid collaboration. With deep knowledge of workplace strategy, AV technology, and procurement, Alex helps teams avoid costly mistakes, ensure fit-for-purpose solutions, and get rooms built right the first time. His clear, practical advice is trusted by organisations looking to make confident, informed decisions about their meeting spaces. Whether supporting a full AV refresh or fine-tuning a single room, Alex shares best practices, product insights, and lessons from the field—so you can deliver better meetings, every time. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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      16 min
    • Fundamentals Series - Elevate Your Elevations
      Oct 6 2025
      In this podcast episode, Alex Smith, The Meeting Room Doctor, emphasises the critical importance of elevation drawings in the installation of audio-visual (AV) systems. The episode begins by explaining what elevation drawings are and how they serve as a communication tool for planning the installation of technology, including hardware locations, fixing points, and requirements from other trades like power and data cabling. Alex walks the audience through a typical elevation, highlighting key components such as wall-mounted displays, video bars, and cable routes for touch panels and computer modules. The discussion includes the necessity of wall reinforcements to support heavy AV equipment, the establishment of cable routes during the construction phase, and the coordination of power and data connections to ensure optimal functionality. Throughout the episode, the Alex breaks down various elements of the elevation drawings, including wall reinforcement, AV cableways, and the positioning of power and data outlets. The importance of planning for cable access and the need for a collaborative approach among clients, designers, construction teams, and AV integrators is also emphasized. The episode concludes by reiterating the significance of elevation drawings in avoiding additional costs, ensuring site efficiency, and maintaining the overall aesthetic and functionality of the AV installation. The host encourages listeners to consider these factors early in the planning process to achieve a successful AV system installation. Key Takeaways "Elevation drawings are the most important part of your AV system installation. Without considering these in advance, you risk additional cost, poor functionality, and frankly, an awful look." "Good coordination makes it possible to achieve good functionality with equipment perfectly placed and cables hidden out of sight." "Displays can be 20 kilos up to almost 100 kilos in weight, and other equipment may be 10 kilos or so. In most cases, we need to ask the construction teams to provide wall reinforcements." "By doing this exercise early, it also forces us to consider cable lengths just to check that they're within the tolerances of the dedicated cables." "Ultimately, the client and the designers want the look and feel, the functionality. The construction teams want to know what they're building, where and when, and the AV integrators want a good base to install their equipment." Social Links https://meetingroomdoctor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meetingroomdoctor/ https://www.tiktok.com/@meetingroomdoctor https://www.youtube.com/@meetingroomdoctor Host Bio Alex Smith is an AV industry expert and consultant with decades of experience designing high-performing meeting and event spaces. As the host of The Meeting Room Doctor, he tackles the common (and not-so-common) issues that make video-enabled meetings frustrating—helping businesses create more equitable, effective, and intuitive environments for hybrid collaboration. With deep knowledge of workplace strategy, AV technology, and procurement, Alex helps teams avoid costly mistakes, ensure fit-for-purpose solutions, and get rooms built right the first time. His clear, practical advice is trusted by organisations looking to make confident, informed decisions about their meeting spaces. Whether supporting a full AV refresh or fine-tuning a single room, Alex shares best practices, product insights, and lessons from the field—so you can deliver better meetings, every time. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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      15 min
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