When a school district seeks to address the technology needs of its staff, faculty, and students, many systems must be investigated, including voice, data, video, paging, and security. Each system has many types of products that have been designed to meet a specific situation. Each district will have unique needs and processes, so it is essential to find the right mix of equipment and services.
Districts sometimes decide to hire a consulting engineering service.
Unfortunately, outside vendors often sell customers the products the vendors have on their shelves, not the products that best meet their customers' needs. The best way to protect your limited funding is to understand the options available to you. What follows are some of the technology needs and common solutions that face school districts today. A basic understanding of the systems allows you to select the right size and type of products for your individual operation. The best options for voice systems, of course, depend on how a school and district want to handle their calls.