Introducing our Video Conferencing Solutions
Video conferencing systems and collaboration solutions have taken on a new significance in recent times. The shift to hybrid working has acted as a catalyst for a greater adoption of a technology that was already on the rise. Today, organisations must now consider how their meeting room solutions and collaboration platforms can be deployed to meet the needs of a hybrid workforce. Whether you are in the office or working remotely, secure solutions that eliminate technology frustrations, offer interoperability between conferencing platforms, provide intuitive collaboration tools and most importantly, deliver high quality audio and video are vital in keeping your teams connected and productive .
Defining your video conferencing strategy can be a daunting prospect. There are so many considerations. In addition to industry-specific or even regulatory requirements, careful planning is crucial in balancing the needs of employees in the office and those working remotely. Furthermore, you need to consider how to connect with external stakeholders. If they are not using the same platform, how can you guarantee a seamless video experience without being hindered by technology frustrations. To ensure your video conferencing strategy is clearly defined, you need a trusted partner with the expertise to help you consolidate your vision, taking into account your requirements now and how these will evolve in the future.
Cinos partner with leading manufacturers across the video conferencing space to ensure whatever your requirement, we can identify a solution for your organisation. Whether you are looking at Cisco Webex, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or taking an agnostic approach we can help you identify the right platform for your organisation now, and in the future.
When you have decided on your platform, getting the right mix of hardware is crucial for productive video meetings, and Cinos are perfectly placed to help. We partner with leading hardware providers including Cisco, Crestron, Poly, Yealink, and Logitech to ensure whatever your requirement, from the desk to the boardroom, we have you covered. Our specialist integration services ensure your meeting spaces will deliver high quality audio and video coverage, offering an inclusive experience for all users, whether they are in the room or joining remotely.
By holding leading accreditations for a wide range of video conferencing manufacturers you can rest assured that we are well placed to discuss any video conferencing requirement you have.
If you are seeking professional guidance for your project and would prefer to speak directly with an expert, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Our team are on hand to discuss your requirements so why not get the ball rolling today.
Video Conferencing Systems
Platforms & Devices
Webex Meetings puts video at forefront of communication and collaboration. From the desktop to the boardroom (and all the spaces in between) Webex Meetings offers secure, integrated audio, video and content sharing to enable teams, partners, and customers to collaborate without limitation. Enjoy the power of Webex Meetings through Cisco’s best-in-class desk and video conferencing endpoints offering an unmatched video and audio experience and thanks to interoperability with Microsoft Teams, organisations can benefit from a Better Together experience across all the spaces they collaborate.
Functioning as a cloud service within the Webex platform, Webex Meetings is easy to deploy and scale as your organisation grows. It is built with Cisco’s industry-leading security expertise, ensuring your data is encrypted to the highest possible level and can be managed from a single pane of glass in the form of Control Hub. If you are considering Webex Meetings, please get in touch. Cinos hold some of the highest Cisco distinctions including Gold Partner Certification and have been recognised as their 2022 UK&I Collaboration Partner of the Year.
Millions of people use Microsoft Teams every day. It is the hub of collaboration within the Microsoft suite that integrates people, content, and the tools teams need to be more engaged and effective. Bringing this experience into the meeting room has been one of the most sought-after requirements of organisations around the world. Historically, AV integrators have been able to create premium meeting room experiences but the ability to scale has always been costly.
Working with certified manufacturers, Microsoft have brought the native Teams experience we all know from our devices, into the meeting room. Organisations can now transform any space into a MS Teams video collaboration hub, offering participants a first-class user experience including one click to join, screen sharing and high definition audio and video, all controlled from an interface that is familiar to participants. If you are looking at Microsoft Teams Rooms for your organisation please get in touch, Cinos have delivered these solutions for organisations of all sizes including installing over 120 Yealink Microsoft Teams Rooms for a Leading Utility Provider.
Microsoft Teams Rooms Partners
Zoom Rooms
Originally, Zoom primarily existed as a platform on personal devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops. While AV integrators could replicate this experience in the meeting room, the process of expanding such capabilities always incurred substantial costs. However, in response to the changing needs of the modern workforce, the demand for a seamless, native meeting room experience at a larger scale grew significantly.
Today, by forging strategic partnerships with leading manufacturers including Crestron, Poly, and Yealink, Zoom have brought their native video conferencing experience into the meeting room. Organisations can now enjoy that familiar experience in any space they operate without having to worry about custom systems or scalability issues.
Cinos are officially recognised as Zoom Certified Integrator and has successfully implemented Zoom Rooms for a diverse array of organisations including installing Poly-based Zoom Rooms for a Global Investment Company and replicating Roku’s Zoom Rooms setup in their UK office, underpinned by Cisco technology.
Zoom Rooms Partners
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) solutions are a viable option for meeting spaces when you need to connect with partners or customers who are not using your chosen platform. They enable your users to control the meeting from their own device and connect to the meeting room systems (cameras, microphones, and speakers) to enjoy an immersive meeting room experience whilst collaborating on the platform of choice.
Cinos partner with leading BYOD manufacturers including Barco and Mersive to ensure you have the choice you need when evaluating your video conferencing options. It was certainly the case when Ewen Hunter, IT Manager at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo contacted Cinos requiring “an updated system that would integrate with the technologies that we use as a business but also something that was flexible enough to work with other solutions for video conferencing technologies, if needed.” If you think BYOD is the right fit for your requirements, please get in touch.
BYOD Partners
Extensive VC Expertise
Across the Private and Public Sector
Video Conferencing for
Public Sector
Video Conferencing for Public Sector
Cinos have unmatched expertise in delivering video conferencing solutions for public sector organisations. We are a recognised supplier on a range of key public sector framework agreements and have a proven track record of integrating and supporting always-on, interoperable communication solutions for police, NHS, energy, and government organisations. Leveraging Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platform on which to base our services, our solutions deliver secure, highly scalable, highly available, feature rich collaboration services, providing a first-class user experience regardless of the user device of choice or location. For organisations that offer critical services, we instil confidence that their video, unified communications, collaboration platforms and supporting infrastructure can work together seamlessly.
Video Conferencing for
Private Sector
Video Conferencing for Private Sector
From start-ups and SME businesses to global investment companies and manufacturing giants, Cinos have extensive experience installing video conferencing solutions for businesses in the private sector. We understand that no two video business requirements are the same, so we take the time to understand your unique requirements and tailor solutions accordingly. We will deliver a consistent user experience throughout the business and ensure that your boardroom system is as easy to use as a single-person endpoint. As your Managed Services provider, we will ensure your security requirements remain at the forefront of your VC strategy, as well as the ability to centrally monitor your estate from a single pane of glass. So, whether you are looking to standardise on one collaboration platform, taking an agnostic approach or have a wider requirement for cloud telephony, contact centre and UC&C services, we are perfectly positioned to assist you.
Video Conference
Service Highlights
We provide a scalable collaboration and video conferencing platform that aims to deliver exceptional service to both the Public and Private Sectors. Please see below for some of our video conference service highlights, with some being tailored to the UK Public Sector.
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Webex for
Cinos Cloud
We’re proud to partner with Cisco to bring you a fully integrated collaboration experience with Webex for Cinos Cloud.
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Video conferencing (VC) continues to be a crucial tool for allowing organisations to communicate and collaborate effectively. The increased demand for hybrid meetings has meant that virtual meetings have become an integral part of business operations, seamlessly connecting individuals and teams across the globe. As hybrid working continues to expand, video conferencing is expected to play a highly significant role in shaping the future of team collaboration.
In the Cinos Blog, Executive Director Steve Franklin gives insights into the latest trends and innovations in video conferencing technology, discussing the integration of environmental and sustainability initiatives, the role of Artificial Intelligence, and the ever-evolving definition of Unified Communications.
Why choose Cinos
for Video Conferencing?
When it comes to video conferencing, Cinos are perfectly positioned to be your partner of choice. We have extensive experience in delivering VC solutions for organisations of all sizes across both the public and private sector.
Audio Visual
Installation Experts
Our rich heritage in AV means we understand how to tailor video conferencing solutions to your specific requirements, ensuring your remote users and in-office staff can enjoy a first-class experience from the desk to the boardroom (and all the spaces in between). Our partnerships with leading manufacturers ensure you will not have to compromise on choice of system and by holding some of the highest distinctions for Cisco, Microsoft and Zoom, we are well positioned to help guide you through the myriad of options on the market.
From the outset, your Project Manager will guide you through every step of your VC installation, backed by a team of experienced engineers, led by a culture of integrity, open communication and delivering excellence. Post-installation, our customer success team will provide feedback and training sessions to guarantee user adoption is at the optimum level and your investment can be realised to its full potential.
Managed Video Conferencing
Service Provider
Furthermore, as a Managed Services provider, we can add further value where other AV integrators cannot. As a ‘collaboration first’ business everything we do is focused on collaborative technology, with enterprise networking and security as a supporting focus. We constantly strive to leverage collaborative technology in innovative ways, pushing boundaries of what commercial-off-the-shelf services and solutions deliver on a day-to-day basis.
Our extensive suite of managed collaboration services empowers organisations to communicate effectively, collaborate effortlessly, and innovate confidently. We understand that every business is different with their own unique requirements. Our consultative approach ensures we can truly understand what success looks like for you and your stakeholders, enabling us to transform your communication, collaboration, and customer engagement capabilities.
Video Conferencing
Frequently Asked Questions
Video conferencing systems play a vital role in supporting global operations by enabling hybrid collaboration across time zones, regions, and teams. Whether it’s working with colleagues, engaging with customers, or recruiting talent, organisations can stay connected and productive regardless of location. Video conference systems reduce the need for international travel, lowering operational costs and carbon footprints white supporting faster response times.
At Cinos, we help companies achieve their global video conferencing objectives by specifying the most suitable system for their unique requirements. Through partnerships with leading providers, we deliver tailored solutions that drive communication, enhance user experience, and support business growth on a global scale.
In addition to our nationwide presence in the UK, we operate from strategic hubs in Europe, Asia, and the United States. Our global coverage enables us to design, deploy, and support video conferencing solutions at scale – delivering consistent performance and user experience throughout your global estate.
Video conferencing helps organisations reduce their environmental impact by cutting down on travel and supporting hybrid working, but the sustainability benefits go far beyond that. In line with global carbon-reduction targets, leading VC manufacturers are embedding sustainability into the very core of their solutions.
In our blog ‘The rise of Video Conferencing: What does the future hold for VC?’ Executive Director Steve Franklin draws on Cisco as an example, discussing how it has introduced intelligent environmental controls within its collaboration endpoints. Through the Webex Control Hub, organisations can monitor and regulate air quality, temperature, and lighting—removing the need for separate sensors and systems. Features such as ‘Office Hours’ help reduce energy consumption by placing devices into idle mode when rooms are unoccupied, while occupancy data enables more informed decisions about meeting room usage. This not only supports sustainability goals but also offers financial efficiencies—ensuring that spaces are well-utilised and aligned to actual business needs.
Video conferencing enhances collaboration by enabling real-time communication between teams, clients, and partners—regardless of location. Standard features such as screen sharing, chat, and file sharing make it easy to present ideas, review documents, and work together as if you were in the same room. These tools are essential in supporting hybrid working models, where in-person and remote participants need to stay equally engaged.
The latest generation of video conferencing systems takes collaboration even further with the integration of AI. Features such as intelligent speaker tracking, noise suppression, and background framing help create a more inclusive and immersive experience for remote participants. AI-generated meeting summaries, action point capture, and live transcription also ensure that no detail is missed—saving time and boosting productivity.
In a crisis, fast, clear, and reliable communication is essential. Video conferencing systems play a vital role by enabling real-time collaboration between teams, departments, and partner agencies—regardless of their location or the platforms they use. The ability to bring together multiple parties quickly, share live updates, and collaborate visually on critical information can significantly improve decision-making and incident response times.
Cinos’ video conferencing solutions are designed to meet the unique demands of mission-critical environments. Built on a secure and fully managed Cisco infrastructure, our platforms ensure communications remain resilient during local or national disruptions. Our ‘Better Together’ approach also enables seamless integration with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, and Google Meet, allowing users across agencies and systems to connect without barriers.
There’s no single “best” video conferencing solution—what’s right for one organisation may not be ideal for another. The optimal setup depends on several factors, including the collaboration platform you use (such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, or Google Meet), your room types—ranging from huddle spaces to boardrooms or multi-purpose auditoriums—and whether users require integrated solutions or flexible BYOD options.
Industry considerations also play a key role. For example, organisations in healthcare or emergency services may have very different priorities—such as security, resilience, and multi-agency collaboration—compared to those in a corporate environment focused on supporting hybrid working and remote workforces.
At Cinos, we bring deep experience across a broad range of sectors and are a recognised video conferencing supplier on a number of public sector framework agreements. Our track record includes large-scale rollouts of Poly-based Microsoft Teams Rooms for the UK Health Security Agency, Cisco-integrated Teams Rooms for NTT in Singapore, and Logitech deployments for a leading SaaS provider. We’ve also supported smaller-scale deployments, including a BYOD proof of concept for Texas A&M University San Antonio.
As a Cisco Gold Provider, Microsoft Gold Partner, and accredited with vendors including HP | Poly, Yealink, and Crestron, Cinos is ideally positioned to assess your environment and recommend the most suitable, future-ready solution for your organisation.
A typical video conferencing setup includes five core components that work together to deliver an effective collaboration experience:
These components may vary depending on the environment—smaller spaces might use all-in-one devices, while larger rooms typically require more custom integration.
Video conferencing typically refers to the use of video and audio tools to facilitate real-time communication between participants, often in the form of scheduled meetings or ad-hoc discussions. Video conferencing platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Webex enable teams to collaborate visually, share screens, and exchange information remotely.
On the other hand, Unified Communications (UC) encompasses a much wider array of communication tools and services designed to streamline all forms of communication within an organisation. This includes not only video conferencing and instant messaging but also voice calls, email, presence management, file sharing, and CRM system integration. UC systems enable a seamless experience across multiple communication channels, ensuring that employees can connect and collaborate efficiently from any device, regardless of location.
An important distinction to note is that many organisations mistakenly believe that platforms like Microsoft Teams or Zoom can fulfil all their UC needs. While these platforms are powerful for video calls and collaboration, true UC goes beyond messaging and video to integrate features such as the ability to make mobile and landline calls directly from the system, centralised contact management, and more. As organisations’ needs evolve to include these broader capabilities, it’s crucial to seek expert advice to avoid unnecessary expenditure and ensure they are investing in the right technologies to support their full UC requirements.
Ensuring secure video conferencing is essential to protect sensitive information, maintain privacy, and prevent unauthorised access during meetings. There are several key practices and technologies that can be employed to safeguard video communications:
It’s important to note that the level of security required will differ between industries. For example, emergency services may require video conferencing platforms that are hosted within Protected Area Secure Facilities (PASF) data centres to meet stringent data handling requirements. Cinos holds internationally recognised security accreditations including ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus, meaning we are well placed to help customers ensure the security and integrity of their video conferencing systems and data.
Video conferencing offers a wide range of benefits for organisations of all sizes and sectors. It enables real-time communication and collaboration between teams, customers, and partners regardless of location, helping to break down geographical barriers and support global operations.
Some of the core advantages include:
