Chroma is now part of NV5 Buildings & Technology. After a decade of independent AV consulting for organizations across BC, this transition means the same trusted process and point of contact — now backed by a much larger team.
Clients can expect access to a broader range of expertise, from IT/ICT and security systems to acoustics, lighting, and intelligent buildings — all coordinated early to reduce risk and improve project outcomes. Here's what's changing, and what isn't.
What role does your commercial AV system have to play in a world increasingly conscious of its environmental footprint?
Learn about AV’s impact on green building design, the contributions your system can make to LEED certification, and the single biggest impact AV technology has had on reducing emissions.
Speech intelligibility is fundamental to effective communication. An AV system that merely conveys sound isn't sufficient; it must facilitate understanding.
Factors such as background noise, reverberation, speaker placement, microphone selection, and frequency response all affect clarity of speech. Remember, it's not just about hearing – it's about comprehending, collaborating and connecting through crystal-clear communication.
Bringing a commercial audiovisual system from conception to reality is no simple task. It requires the careful orchestration of various technical, logistical and human components to arrive at a system that users genuinely want to use and that benefits their organization.
Sam Scott shares the 10 most common AV system pitfalls he sees in his work as a commercial AV consultant — and how you can avoid them.
In 2016, hacking an AV system was often as easy as 1-2-3. The industry has come a long way since then, so what is the state of AV system security today?
In this piece, we'll unpack the basics of an AV system attack, provide some current examples of commercial and consumer system security, and offer actionable tips to protect AV devices no matter how or where they connect.
Many of us have had the experience of digging for a USB charger only to find the connector was slightly off. Shouldn't a cable with ‘universal' in its name be just that?
We wrote this guide to explain why there are so many different USBs kicking around, how to tell them apart, and why USB-C may replace them all.
Hybrid meeting solutions like Microsoft Teams let you bridge the gap between your in-person staff and distributed workforce. But what does rolling out an MS Teams Room entail, and how can you ensure your room makes the experience as seamless as possible? Here’s a look at how to set up your hybrid meeting space for maximum impact.
Supply chain issues aren't going anywhere. In fact, they're coming back in force. So where does this leave companies? Should they just forget about their audiovisual upgrades until this all blows over? Or is there a way for organizations to work within the confines of this "new normal" and get what they need?
Assistive listening systems are required by building codes across Canada. Though, despite their importance to barrier-free accessibility, they are poorly understood. We wrote this guide to demystify hearing assist technology and help architects and facility owners create more inclusive environments throughout BC.
