Reliable connectivity and communication tools are essential to the successful functioning of any commercial building. From schools and universities to hotels and restaurants, to hospitals, warehouses, and industrial buildings, all organizations rely on communication. You need to be confident that the right messages get to the right people at the right time.
Good communication systems not only improve organizational efficiency but also keep the people in your building safe and secure in the event of an emergency. Keep reading to discover our top 6 ways you can optimize connectivity and communication in your building.
1. Install a commercial paging system
Utilizing a commercial paging system is one of the best ways to improve communication inside your business. A reliable intercom system allows you to communicate important announcements and updates to your entire staff, visitors, or customers quickly and efficiently. Paging capabilities will not only make your operation run more smoothly and efficiently, but it will also offer you greater security by allowing you to make important safety announcements at any time.
Whether you operate a school, factory, retail business, or other commercial property, we offer a number of user-friendly, high-tech paging solutions to meet your daily needs. Pagers allow authorized individuals to connect to the intercom system right from their office. Additional features also make it possible to play music or other audio files.
2. Maximize your wireless coverage
Sufficient and reliable wireless coverage is essential to public safety in commercial buildings. In fact, all commercial properties are required by the NFPA and ICC to provide proper cellular and radio coverage due to safety concerns. Radio coverage, in particular, facilitates communication between your building and police and fire departments, which is a necessary aspect of protecting the safety and security of your property, staff, and customers.
A DAS (distributed antenna system) functions by using various antenna nodes to extend wireless coverage and provide the large-scale, dependable wireless communication you need for a property of any size or configuration. Low Voltage NW is the leading provider of DAS systems throughout the Willamette Valley, and our detail-oriented approach will allow you to rest assured that you can count on your wireless coverage.
3. Improve your data communications
A high-tech, organized data communication systems is among the most productive ways to streamline communication within your business or facility. Keeping phones, computers, and televisions connected and wirelessly accessible is vital to any business.
But each commercial property is unique in its building, design, and configuration, and your needs and preferences may vary greatly depending on your industry. That’s why Low Voltage NW is committed to providing you with a custom data communication system that suits your specific communication needs and goals.
We provide a thorough evaluation process that allows us to make expert recommendations regarding your commercial building, and our professional team will design and install the ideal data communications system for you.
4. Add security and fire alarm systems for emergencies
But each commercial property is unique in its building, design, and configuration, and your needs and preferences may vary greatly depending on your industry. That’s why Low Voltage NW is committed to providing you with a custom data communication system that suits your specific communication needs and goals.
We provide a thorough evaluation process that allows us to make expert recommendations regarding your commercial building, and our professional team will design and install the ideal data communications system for you.
Our top-of-the-line security systems are designed to alert you to any unauthorized entry into your building through door or window contacts, motion sensors, glass breaks, and more. This protects you from burglary, property damage, and other dangers. Security systems can also be monitored with sirens, sending an alert directly to you or your security personnel, or even immediately directing the authorities to your property.
We can also design and install a fire alarm system that complies with all regulatory standards and provides additional safety features to protect your building and all inhabitants. We also offer yearly inspections and ongoing monitoring for all security and alarm systems to ensure they’re up-to-date and functioning properly.
5. Use online communication software and project tracking
By taking advantage of project-management software, communication apps, and video conferencing tools, you can improve your organizational efficiency and boost communication capacity.
Utilizing communication platforms like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom can help you and your employees stay organized and connected, while project-tracking software like Asana, Monday, or Scoro can help you track progress on specific tasks and deadlines while minimizing the need for endless emails and long meetings.
6. Test your communication systems regularly
What good are high-tech paging systems and top-of-the-line wireless coverage if they’re not reliable? Testing your systems on a regular basis is essential.
With regular test inspections, you can significantly reduce the risks of running into connectivity issues or downtime by catching problems before they occur. Testing your communication and emergency systems also gives you the peace of mind that your property and everyone inside is safe and protected.
Low Voltage NW is the most trusted and reliable provider of test inspections for Willamette-Valley businesses and commercial spaces. Our expert technicians are skilled at identifying problems and offering recommendations to improve the functioning of fire alarms and security systems, intercom systems, data communication systems, and more!
You can depend on Low Voltage NW to optimize your building’s connectivity and communication systems
Willamette Valley property and business owners trust Low Voltage NW to provide, test, and maintain their low-voltage communication and security systems.
We work in diverse industries ranging from schools and universities, to office buildings and retail spaces, to hospitals and senior living centers to help improve communication, connectivity, safety, and security. We offer the most advanced, reliable solutions and unmatched customer service!
Contact us today to get started and let us know how we can best serve you.
