Case Study:
Smarter Spaces, Seamless Meetings: How the University of Leeds Standardised Microsoft Teams Solutions in Small Meeting Rooms.
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The Challenge
The University of Leeds, known for pushing boundaries in AV innovation, needed a futureproof solution for smaller meeting rooms. It had to be simple, inclusive, and deliver great audio and video quality in compact spaces.
Our Approach
As their trusted AV partner under a single-source agreement, Universal AV worked closely with the University to test and evaluate a range of solutions—focusing on usability, operability, and scalability. Consistency across spaces was key, and we aimed to deliver a standard that ticked every box.
Services Provided:
What We Chose & Why
After looking at solutions across the market and assessing these against room size and capacity, the Jabra Panacast 50 came out on top. It ticked all the right boxes:
• 180° field of view – captures everyone in the room without needing to crowd together
• Real-time AI video stitching – delivers a smooth, natural view using three built-in cameras
• Assistive listening support – lets hearing aid users stream meeting audio directly, making things more inclusive
• Room-aware audio – powerful built-in speakers automatically adapt to the space for clear, high-quality sound
The Rollout
The Panacast 50 was rolled out across multiple rooms across the whole estate. It’s now the standard solution for smaller meeting spaces—simple to use, consistent in setup, and ready to go for any user.
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The Impact
The University now has a scalable, reliable Microsoft Teams Room setup that turns even compact rooms into fully functional meeting spaces. It’s inclusive, it works across the board, and it’s helped them raise the bar for hybrid collaboration.
Comment from The University of Leeds
“"I'm proud to say that our partnership with Universal AV has revolutionised our smaller meeting rooms. By standardising on the Jabra Panacast 50, we've ensured that every space is equipped with top-tier audio and video quality, making meetings seamless and inclusive for all. This futureproof solution has truly raised the bar for hybrid collaboration across our campus."”
Dr Ross Little
AV Solutions Manager, University of Leeds
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