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How Chesterfield County Public Schools Is Standardizing 4,000+ Classrooms on ViewSonic ViewBoard Displays with CDW

SOLUTION BRIEF

How Chesterfield County Public Schools Is Standardizing 4,000+ Classrooms on ViewSonic ViewBoard Displays with CDW

What Challenge Was Chesterfield County Public Schools Trying to Solve?

Chesterfield County Public Schools needed to replace its aging Promethean interactive displays with a secure, reliable and cost-effective district-wide solution. The district set out to refresh thousands of classroom displays while standardizing on a single platform for future growth. Its Board of Education, working closely with the Chesterfield IT team, evaluated several solutions to replace the existing Promethean deployment. Key evaluation criteria included:

  • Lower total cost
  • Improved panel reliability
  • Stronger security
  • Better manufacturer support
  • Long-term service partnership
  • Consistent classroom experience across the district 

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Is the District Deploying?

Working alongside CDW, the district selected ViewSonic as its new classroom display standard. The deployment will occur over a five-year period and includes more than 4,000 displays across the district:

  • ViewSonic® ViewBoard® 65” IFP6551 4K EDLA-certified interactive display
  • ViewSonic ViewBoard 75” IFP7551 4K EDLA-certified interactive display
  • ViewSonic ViewBoard 86” IFP8651 4K EDLA-certified interactive display
  • ViewSonic CDE series of non-touch commercial displays (CDE5531, CDE6531, CDE8631) for spaces that need display without touch
  • The three ViewBoard sizes let the district match screen size to room size while keeping one platform, one software ecosystem and one support relationship. Every ViewBoard includes myViewBoard® software.

    The CDE series carries the same 3-year limited warranty and RS-232 control support as the interactive panels. This consistency helps IT admins more effectively manage the entire fleet. 

Why Did the District Choose ViewSonic Over Promethean?

    ViewSonic was selected over the incumbent Promethean solution based on:

  • Competitive pricing
  • Strong customer service
  • Responsive technical support
  • Reliable hardware platform
  • Improved security
  • The ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP51 series of displays are Android EDLA-certified with EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR 8.0 ratings and a 3-year limited on-site warranty covering parts, labor and backlight.

What Results Does the District Expect?

  • A standardized classroom display platform across the district
  • 4,000+ interactive displays deployed over five years
  • A complete transition from Promethean to ViewSonic
  • Simplified long-term lifecycle management
  • A consistent classroom technology experience district-wide
  • Once deployment is complete, Chesterfield County Public Schools will have one of the largest standardized ViewSonic interactive display environments in K-12 education. This new display gives teachers a consistent classroom experience while giving IT a reliable, secure and cost-effective solution to support the district for years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Do School Districts Replace Promethean Interactive Displays With ViewSonic?

When Chesterfield County Public Schools evaluated replacements for its Promethean deployment, it selected ViewSonic based on several factors. This included competitive pricing, US-based customer service and support, training options and a secure hardware platform. Districts weighing the same move typically compare total cost, panel reliability and manufacturer support.

What ViewBoard Sizes Work for K-12 Classrooms?

The ViewBoard IFP51 series of displays come in sizes including 55” (IFP5551), 65” (IFP6551), 75” (IFP7551), 86” (IFP8651) and 98” (IFP9851). They are all 4K and Android EDLA certified. Chesterfield County Public Schools uses three of these sizes to match display size to room size on a single platform.

How Does a District Manage Thousands of ViewSonic Displays?

myViewBoard Manager provides cloud-based device management, letting IT administrators remotely monitor displays, manage apps and push broadcasts from a single control panel. Both ViewBoard interactive displays and CDE commercial displays also support RS-232 control for AV system integration.

Are ViewSonic ViewBoard Displays Secure for School Networks?

The ViewBoard IFP51 series of displays are Android EDLA-certified, which brings Google's enterprise device licensing requirements for security and updates to the classroom. Improved security was one of the criteria Chesterfield County Public Schools cited in selecting ViewSonic over its incumbent platform.

Ready to Standardize Your District's Classrooms?

Talk to a ViewSonic representative or an authorized partner like CDW about planning a district-wide ViewBoard deployment and transition strategy.

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Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

How a Southeast School District Standardized ViewBoard® Interactive Displays for a Three-Year Classroom Rollout

SOLUTION BRIEF

How a Southeast School District Standardized ViewBoard® Interactive Displays for a Three-Year Classroom Rollout

What Challenge Was This District Trying to Solve?

The school district was struggling with aging classroom projectors and screens that were hard to see and expensive to maintain. They wanted to replace them with modern interactive screens. To keep a consistent layout in every classroom, the new hardware had to match the footprint of their old 98-inch projector setups.

Why Did ViewSonic Interactive Displays Fit This Project?

ViewSonic and its partner, STS Education, had the inventory ready to ship and the pricing security the district needed for its three-year budget.

The district chose ViewSonic because it solved their hardware and software worries at the same time. ViewSonic’s hardware was a great fit for their space and budget, while myViewBoard software gave teachers a simple platform to build and present interactive lessons. For the IT team, Viewsonic Manager software offered a single dashboard to manage every classroom screen remotely. 

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Did They Deploy?

The district purchased multiple 98” ViewBoard interactive displays, pairing them with a 5-year Viewsonic Manager® Advanced license to manage every display.

Shipping thousands of massive screens could have been a huge logistical challenge, but the ViewSonic warehouse team worked closely with STS Education to coordinate the delivery, bringing 53-foot trailers of equipment directly to school sites on a strict schedule. District staff then installed the screens with hands-on labor support from STS. 

What Results Has the District Seen?

  • Successfully coordinated deliveries at scale, including 53' trailers arriving at schools districtwide.
  • The ViewSonic professional development team has supported strong myViewBoard adoption among teachers throughout the rollout.
  • Secured pricing that fit the district's three-year rollout budget.
  • Teachers and IT staff are pleased with the ViewSonic experience, from the hardware to the myViewBoard software. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is myViewBoard?

myViewBoard is ViewSonic's award-winning whiteboarding software, giving teachers a simple platform to build lessons, present content and get real-time input from students.

What Is Viewsonic Manager, and Why Do IT Teams Use It?

Viewsonic Manager is a cloud-based device management platform that lets IT staff monitor, update and troubleshoot ViewSonic interactive displays across an entire district from one dashboard, instead of managing each classroom's panel individually.

With Viewsonic Manager, IT admins can troubleshoot display issues over the computer or phone rather than being there in person.

Can a Mobile dvLED Display Move Between Different Spaces on Campus?

Yes. Because All-in-One dvLED displays are built on a wheeled, foldable stand, they can be rolled out of a boardroom and repositioned in another space, such as a gym, cafeteria or event space for other display needs.

How Does a District Plan a Large-Scale IFP Rollout Across Multiple Schools?

A large-scale rollout works best with a reseller experienced in coordinating deliveries and installation at scale. Equipment often arrives on freight trailers serving multiple schools at once, so planning logistics alongside the reseller and ViewSonic's own team helps keep a multi-year, districtwide rollout on schedule.

What Is the ViewSonic IFP9850 Used for?

The IFP9850 is a 98" interactive display built for classrooms that need a large-format solution sized to match existing projector screen footprints, giving districts a like-for-like upgrade path from projectors to interactive touch displays.

For the most recent version of this high-performance classroom solution, check out the IFP41 series of ViewBoard interactive displays.

Does ViewSonic Support Installation for Large Classroom Rollouts?

Yes. For large rollouts, ViewSonic's warehouse and logistics team works alongside the reseller to plan deliveries. Installation can be completed by district staff, reseller labor or a combination of both, depending on the district's needs.

Ready to Modernize Your District's Classrooms?

Talk to a ViewSonic representative or an authorized partner like STS Education about planning a district-wide IFP rollout, from procurement to installation.

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Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

How a Northeast Secondary School Upgraded Boardroom Video Conferencing with ViewSonic Direct View LED Displays

SOLUTION BRIEF

How a Northeast Secondary School Upgraded Boardroom Video Conferencing with ViewSonic Direct View LED Displays

What Challenge Was This University Trying to Solve?

A secondary school in the Northeast needed a better setup for videoconferencing in its boardroom. The room featured two old 65” monitors that were simply too small.

Attendees further from the screen struggled to see shared slides, charts and video feeds.

To match the school's professional standards, they needed a larger screen that made boardroom meetings easy for everyone to follow. 

Why Did a Mobile dvLED Display Fit This Project?

Beyond solving the immediate size and quality problem, a mobile All-in-One dvLED display gave the school added flexibility. When the boardroom isn't in use, the display can fold up and move to other spots on campus, extending its use well beyond a single room.

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Did They Deploy?

Working with an integration partner, the school decided on a ViewSonic® LDS138-151 138" All-in-One Mobile Direct View LED display.

Because the school had already seen the LDS138-151 in action at trade shows, it didn't need a separate on-site demo, which helped move the decision along quickly.

A Core 8 Flex feeds content directly to the display, and Superior Communications Services LLC installed cameras and additional conferencing equipment alongside it. 

What Results Has the School Seen?

  • Moved forward with the LDS138-151 to replace an outdated dual-monitor boardroom setup.
  • Gained a larger, higher-quality video conferencing display sized for the space.
  • Added flexibility to relocate the display around campus when the boardroom isn't in use. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Mobile All-in-One dvLED Display, and Why Do Schools Use Them for Boardrooms and Conferencing Spaces?

A mobile All-in-One dvLED display, like ViewSonic's LDS138-151, integrates cabinets, power, processing and mounting into a single foldable unit that rolls into place and sets up in minutes. Schools use them for boardrooms and conferencing spaces because a single unit can serve a dedicated room and then move to support other spaces on campus, instead of requiring separate fixed displays for each use case.

Why Replace Two Monitors With a Single Large dvLED Display for Video Conferencing?

A multi-monitor setup comes with visible bezels and seams that break up shared content across screens. A single large-format dvLED display removes that problem, giving everyone in the room one consistent, high-quality view of video calls, shared content and presentations.

With Viewsonic Manager, IT admins can troubleshoot display issues over the computer or phone rather than being there in person.

Can a Mobile dvLED Display Move Between Different Spaces on Campus?

Yes. Because All-in-One dvLED displays are built on a wheeled, foldable stand, they can be rolled out of a boardroom and repositioned in another space, such as a gym, cafeteria or event space for other display needs.

What Is the ViewSonic LDS138-151 Used for?

The LDS138-151 is used for both temporary, high-visibility events, like a campus watch party, and everyday use across campus, including lectures, gatherings and community events. Its mobile design lets it move easily between spaces as needed.

Ready to Upgrade Your Boardroom?

Talk to a ViewSonic representative or an authorized partner like Superior Communications Services about mobile dvLED displays for boardrooms and multi-use campus spaces.

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Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

How a Canadian University Rallied Students to Watch Global Soccer Matches with ViewSonic dvLED Displays

SOLUTION BRIEF

How a Canadian University Rallied Students to Watch Global Soccer Matches with ViewSonic dvLED Displays

What Challenge Was This University Trying to Solve?

The university wanted to give students a no-cost way to watch soccer matches together, in a space built to seat 200 or more people. The existing setup relied on projectors, which washed out badly under the space's high ambient light and made viewing difficult for a crowd that size.

The replacement also needed to hold up to near-continuous use. The space was expected to run almost all hours of the day from June 11 through the tournament's conclusion on July 19. Because the space was open and high-traffic, the university needed a display built to withstand that kind of exposure without constant worry about damage. 

Why Did an All-in-One, Mobile dvLED Fit This Project?

The university needed a display that could go up fast, run for weeks without issue, and hold up in an open, high-traffic space, without a full installation process. A mobile All-in-One dvLED display met each of those requirements.

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Did They Deploy?

The university deployed two ViewSonic® LDS138-151 138" Foldable All-in-One Direct View LED displays.

  • The displays arrived within five days of order and required no on-site installation. The pre-assembled, foldable design sets up in minutes without wall mounting.
  • Glue-on-Board (GOB) surface treatment, IP54-rated LED modules and an IK06 impact protection rating gave the university confidence the units could stand up to impact, dust and moisture in a high-traffic area.
  • The mobile, wheeled stand and flight-case design also let staff move and store the displays securely during off-hours.

Full specs and product details: ViewSonic ViewBoard LDS138-151

What Results Has the University Seen?

The deployment was turnkey: the displays arrived within five days of order and required zero on-site installation. Over the course of the tournament, the setup enabled hundreds of students to gather and watch the world’s largest soccer game together at no cost.

Because the LDS138-151 displays are mobile rather than fixed installations, they didn't sit idle once the tournament wrapped. The university can now move the displays to support other events across campus, including lectures, student gatherings, or future community watch parties, without the compromises of the old projector setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Mobile All-in-One dvLED Display, and Why Do Universities Use Them for Campus Events?

A mobile All-in-One dvLED display, like ViewSonic's LDS138-151, integrates cabinets, power, processing and mounting into a single foldable unit that rolls into place and sets up in minutes. Universities use them for campus events because a single unit can go up quickly for a temporary event and then move to support other spaces, instead of requiring a fixed, dedicated display for each use case.

How Durable Is a dvLED Display in an Open, High-Traffic Campus Space?

Displays like the LDS138-151 feature Glue-on-Board (GOB) surface treatment, IP54-rated LED modules and an IK06 impact protection rating, which protect against impact, dust and moisture. That makes them suited to open, high-traffic spaces where a crowd interacts with the display closely over long stretches of time.

With Viewsonic Manager, IT admins can troubleshoot display issues over the computer or phone rather than being there in person.

Can a Mobile dvLED Display Run for Extended Periods Without Issue?

Yes. All-in-One dvLED displays are built for near-continuous operation, which makes them a fit for events that run for weeks at a time, such as a multi-week tournament viewing schedule.

What Is the ViewSonic LDS138-151 Used for?

The LDS138-151 is used for both temporary, high-visibility events, like a campus watch party, and everyday use across campus, including lectures, gatherings and community events. Its mobile design lets it move easily between spaces as needed.

How Does IT Manage Interactive Flat Panels Across an Entire School District?

Because ViewSonic's ViewBoard line runs on an embedded Android OS, IT can centrally manage panels across every classroom from one place using myViewBoard Manager. IT admins can remotely monitor and troubleshoot devices from a computer or phone.

Ready to Explore a Similar Solution?

Talk to a ViewSonic Field Solutions Engineer about how a mobile All-in-One dvLED display could support a campus viewing event, lecture space, or other high-visibility university environment.

Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

How a New Jersey School District Is Transforming an Unused Media Center into an Esports Arena with ViewSonic Direct View LED Display

SOLUTION BRIEF

How a New Jersey School District Is Transforming an Unused Media Center into an Esports Arena with ViewSonic Direct View LED Display

What Challenge Was This District Trying to Solve?

This New Jersey K-12 school district had an underused media center on one of its high school campuses. What used to be the library had become a space where students mostly hung out, with no clear academic or extracurricular purpose.

The district initially brought ViewSonic in to help renovate the space for esports. During the site survey, the scope expanded. Could the same space use a large-scale video wall to support both esports and professional development?

Why Did ViewSonic's ViewBoard Interactive Display Fit This Project?

It started with real-world proof. District leaders had already seen a ViewSonic® LDM All-in-One Direct View LED display in action at another school and loved the quality. But they needed to know how a massive 231-inch screen would actually look inside their own underused media center.

To help the technology board visualize the changes, the sales team used the ViewSonic AR visualizer app to scan an empty room. They generated a realistic rendering of the new esports space that same day. The board loved what they saw and immediately asked for a full quote on the hardware, audio gear and installation.

The Viewsonic® LDM231-251 All-in-One Direct View LED display was the best fit for their goals. It brought Extron control integration, picture-in-picture support and distributed audio together in a single system. A competing bid from Newline required a patchwork of separate, complicated tools to do the same job.

That clean, all-in-one setup is why the district chose ViewSonic to build their new arena. 

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Did They Deploy?

The district deployed a ViewSonic LDM231-251 Direct View LED video wall, backed by a DVLED-EW-LDM-05 extended warranty, as the centerpiece of the renovated media center.

  • 231” LDM231-251: Direct View LED video wall, selected for its Extron control integration, picture-in-picture and distributed audio support.
  • DVLED-EW-LDM-05: Extended warranty coverage on the video wall.

Full specs and product details: ViewSonic LDM231-251

What Does the Deployment Look Like?

The massive 231-inch ViewSonic Direct View LED video wall is designed to completely revamp how the room functions. Instead of a quiet, empty library, the space becomes a high-energy hub.

The giant screen lets the school host packed esports tournaments with live gameplay on one side of the screen and player stats on the other. When matches end, teachers can instantly switch the system over to host district-wide training sessions. It gives the school a state-of-the-art arena and a professional meeting room all in one footprint.

What Results Has the District Seen?

The district chose ViewSonic over a competing bid. District leadership, including IT, the technology board and the superintendent, have been enthusiastic throughout the project.

Once complete, the renovated media center will give the district a fully functional esports arena alongside a space capable of hosting large-scale professional development, turning what had been an underused library into one of the district's most active spaces. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Direct View LED Video Wall, and Why Would a School District Use One for a Multi-Purpose Space?

A Direct View LED video wall is a large, bright, seamless display built to anchor a room used for more than one purpose. Districts use them in renovated spaces like former libraries or media centers to support esports, professional development and other events on the same screen.

Can a Video Wall Support Both Esports and Professional Development in the Same Room?

Yes, when it's built with the right feature set. Features like picture-in-picture and distributed audio let a single video wall switch between esports gameplay and presentation or training content, so the same room and the same display can serve both purposes.

Many schools also add a WPD-900 wireless presentation system, so teachers can cast content without cables during professional development sessions.

How Does a District Visualize a Renovated Space Before Construction Begins?

ViewSonic's AR visualizer can capture an existing space and generate an AI rendering of how it would look with a video wall installed, giving decision-makers a concrete picture of the finished room before committing to the project.

Contact our sales team today to see how your space would look with a dvLED display.

 

Why Would a District Choose One Direct View LED Provider Over a Competing Bid?

Districts typically compare feature sets like control system integration, picture-in-picture support and distributed audio, along with whether they've seen the display in person elsewhere. One reason a district might choose an All-in-One display over other solutions is because having a cabinet, power, processing and mounting built into a single system is infinitely easier than sourcing separate components from multiple vendors.

In this case, the district had already seen an LDM video wall in use at another institution, which factored into the decision alongside the feature comparison. 

What Is Included in a Direct View LED Video Wall Installation for a School?

A typical installation includes the video wall itself, an extended warranty, and supporting AV equipment such as speakers, a mixer, encoders and distributed audio, coordinated by an integration partner with video wall installation experience.

ViewSonic engineers work alongside the integration partner to plan the install and confirm the display fits the room's technical requirements. 

Ready to Explore a Similar Solution?

Talk to a ViewSonic sales rep about how a Direct View LED video wall could turn an underused space on your own campus into a multi-purpose esports or professional development venue.

Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

How a Midwest K-12 School District Replaced its SMART Boards with ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Displays

SOLUTION BRIEF

How a Midwest K-12 School District Replaced its SMART Boards with ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Displays

What Challenge Was This District Trying to Solve?

This Midwest K-12 school district needed to replace 35 aging SMART boards across its classrooms. These legacy solutions required frequent recalibration, and the growing stream of IT support tickets they generated had become its own ongoing burden on the district's technology team. When the district issued a formal RFP for 35 new interactive display panels, the specification originally called for a 4K “no-OS” panel that requires pairing with an external compute device, such as a Chromebox or a teacher's own laptop, just to run its operating system.

Why Did ViewSonic's ViewBoard Interactive Display Fit This Project?

The district originally wanted an OS-free panel, but after seeing ViewSonic's ViewBoard line in action, they saw how it could run and manage itself. That standalone flexibility came built in, with an embedded Android operating system and the myViewBoard® whiteboarding platform running natively on the panel, no external box required.

After demoing head-to-head against the OS-free panel originally specified in the RFP, the district chose ViewSonic based on the ease of use of the whiteboarding platform, the flexibility of an OS with EDLA-backed Google Play Store access and future upgrades, and IT's ability to centrally manage every panel from one place with Viewsonic Manager software. 

In Their Words

We didn't know this was possible!

- Technology Coordinator, Midwest K-12 school district 

What ViewSonic Solution Did They Deploy?

The district deployed ViewSonic's ViewBoard IFP7541, a 75" 4K interactive display, across all 35 classrooms slated for replacement.

  • ViewBoard IFP7541: 75" 4K interactive display, running natively on Android with no external compute device required.
  • WMK-047-2: Wall Mount Kit installed with each panel.
  • IFP-EW-75-05: 5-year extended warranty coverage on every unit.

A reseller partner worked closely with the ViewSonic team throughout the RFP process to help position ViewSonic against the OS-free specification originally on file.

Full specs and product details: ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP7541

What Does the Deployment Look Like?

All 35 IFP7541 panels replaced the district's SMART boards on a like-for-like basis, one panel per classroom, mounted on WMK-047-2 wall mount kits. Because the panels run their own embedded Android OS, there's no external Chromebox or laptop needed to pair, connect to or troubleshoot alongside the display itself.

The embedded OS and myViewBoard platform, together with Viewsonic Manager, also mean IT can centrally manage every panel across the district from one place. 

What Results Has the District Seen?

The district completed the full 35-panel deployment and avoided the added cost of purchasing a separate OS-free solution along with a Chromebox slot-in PC for every classroom.

The recalibration issues and recurring support tickets tied to the old SMART boards are gone, and the standalone, Android-based panels have removed the district's dependency on external compute devices altogether, giving IT a simpler path to future software and app updates. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is an Interactive Flat Panel, and How Is It Different From a “No-OS” Interactive Display?

An interactive flat panel with an embedded operating system runs its own software directly on the display, with no external compute device such as a Chromebox or laptop required. A “no-OS” panel needs to be paired with a separate device just to power its interface. ViewSonic offers both types, giving districts the flexibility to choose the option that best fits their IT strategy.

Why Do School Districts Replace SMART Boards With ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Flat Panels?

Districts often replace legacy interactive whiteboards because of recurring recalibration issues and the support tickets they generate. ViewSonic's ViewBoard line runs on an embedded Android OS with the myViewBoard whiteboarding platform built in, giving teachers a more reliable, ready-to-use display without the hardware pairing legacy boards required.

With Viewsonic Manager, IT admins can troubleshoot display issues over the computer or phone rather than being there in person.

What Is EDLA Certification, and Why Does It Matter for K-12 Interactive Flat Panels?

EDLA (Enterprise Device License Agreement) certification gives an Android-based interactive panel licensed, secure access to the Google Play Store and future OS upgrades, so a district's displays can keep gaining new capabilities over time instead of being locked to whatever software shipped on day one.

Can a ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Display Win Against a No-OS Panel Requirement in an RFP?

Yes. In this case, the district's RFP specification originally called for a no-OS panel, and after a side-by-side demo, ViewSonic won the full 35-panel deployment based on ease of use, OS flexibility and centralized device management for IT. Viewsonic also offers no-OS solutions as well.

How Does IT Manage Interactive Flat Panels Across an Entire School District?

Because ViewSonic's ViewBoard line runs on an embedded Android OS, IT can centrally manage panels across every classroom from one place using myViewBoard Manager. IT admins can remotely monitor and troubleshoot devices from a computer or phone.

Ready to Explore a Similar Solution?

Talk to a ViewSonic sales rep about how a standalone ViewBoard interactive display could replace aging or unreliable displays across your own district or campus.

Comparative claims are based on specific features and publicly available manufacturer specifications as of the date of publication, and are not intended to represent a comprehensive evaluation of all product attributes. Delivery schedules, network performance, training outcomes, and user results may vary depending on individual needs, district or agency requirements, implementation, environmental conditions, and other factors. Any references to third-party products, competitors, software platforms, hardware architectures, certification seals, control systems, or corporate trademarks are for identification, compatibility, and comparative reference purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship by their respective owners. Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Environmental protection ratings (including GOB, IP54, and IK06 ratings) are based on standard operating conditions; proper wall mounting, structural reinforcement, mobile assembly, freight handling, and professional installation are the sole responsibility of the customer or installer. ViewSonic assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from improper installation.

Festival PRISMA 2026 Delivers Projection Mapping with the ViewSonic LS740HD

CASE STUDY

Festival PRISMA 2026 Delivers Projection Mapping with the ViewSonic LS740HD

SCHOOL

Universidad Anáhuac Mayab, located in Mérida, Yucatán, in southeastern Mexico, is a private higher education institution with nearly 8,000 students from 27 countries. It is widely recognized for its academic excellence and forward-thinking educational approach, which is based on flexible programs and comprehensive learning environments that prepare highly qualified professionals.

Anáhuac is currently ranked among the top 2% of universities worldwide and among the top three private universities in Mexico. It is also one of the three universities with the highest graduate employability rates in the country. The university offers 30 undergraduate programs in a variety of fields. Among them is the Multimedia Design degree program, which contributes to the video game, animation, audiovisual production and digital design industries. These fields have experienced exponential growth in popularity and demand, becoming some of the most important multibillion-dollar sectors in the world.

Multimedia designers play a key role in developing and sustaining these industries by creating innovative, trend-driven digital design solutions. They are experts in managing and marketing digital projects, using specialized software for image, audio, and video editing, as well as 2D and 3D modeling and animation, digital publishing and application development.

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“There is excellent compatibility between the projectors and the computers. We experienced no connection or interaction issues. Implementing the ViewSonic projectors was extremely straightforward.”


— Zeus Borges, Coordinator of the Multimedia Design Program

CHALLENGE

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  • Secure the appropriate projection equipment each year for the Festival PRISMA projection mapping show

  • Provide Multimedia Design students with professional tools for animation and 360° imagery

In 2022, Universidad Anáhuac Mayab, in collaboration with students from its Multimedia Design program, created Festival PRISMA, a space where creativity and technology come together to transform the way people interact with the world. The festival demonstrates how multimedia design breaks down barriers, merges artistic creation and connects without limits through audiovisual experiences, animations and interactive environments.

For its fourth edition in 2026, PRISMA offered a variety of activities focused on multimedia design and technological innovation. These included animation screenings, audiovisual productions, multimedia design showcases, and conferences featuring international experts in film and animation. A projection mapping show was also presented using projectors that showcased the students’ creativity, innovation and talent.

Projection mapping had been featured in previous editions of PRISMA; however, securing the appropriate equipment to carry out the project under ideal conditions had become increasingly difficult.

SOLUTION

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  • Implementation of four ViewSonic® LS740HD projectors

  • Lamp-free, third-generation laser phosphor technology with 5,000 ANSI lumens

  • Full HD 1080p projection at sizes of up to 300 inches, 1.3X optical zoom, H/V keystone correction, four-corner adjustment, portrait mode and 360° projection

  • Developed by students in the eighth semester of the Multimedia Design program

This year, students in the eighth semester of the Multimedia Design program were responsible for creating the projection mapping animation, which was displayed on square structures using 360° imagery.

ViewSonic equipped the festival with four LS740HD projectors, which deliver 5,000 ANSI lumens and feature lamp-free, third-generation laser phosphor technology to ensure bright and vivid images. They can also project Full HD 1080p images at sizes of up to 300 inches. The LS740HD features 1.3X optical zoom, horizontal and vertical keystone correction, four-corner adjustment, 360° projection and portrait mode, making it the ideal solution for the show developed by the students.

Professor Zeus Borges, Coordinator of the Multimedia Design Program and organizer of the festival, explained: “Through this event, we aim to become a connection hub for the southeastern region. At present, Mexico does not have an initiative that supports animation or audiovisual production for states such as Chiapas, Tabasco, Veracruz, Campeche, Quintana Roo, and, especially, Yucatán. We want to become a meeting point for southeastern Mexico and Central America.”

“We have a large student population from El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and even Colombia who come to study here in Mérida. Festival PRISMA gives them the opportunity to meet entrepreneurs and leaders from the audiovisual industry, allowing them to interact with these professionals and expand their knowledge. We want Mérida to become that meeting point, a place that creates employment opportunities and serves as a production hub. This year, we welcomed guests guests from Spain and from California, USA,” he added.

Thanks to the LS740HD’s ability to be positioned vertically at virtually any angle, the students were able to develop creative applications with additional support from specialized software.

“There is excellent compatibility between the projectors and the computers. We did not experience any connection or interaction issues. Implementing the ViewSonic projectors was extremely straightforward,” Professor Borges added. “We are currently evaluating new projects involving the façades and buildings around the university. We want to make the most of everything we can achieve in terms of visualization. Now that the projectors are part of our technology toolkit, we have thousands of ideas that we can begin bringing to life.”

“Our students rely on tech-based tools for their projects. Understanding how the equipment works and learning about its features helps them tremendously when they enter the workforce. They already have practical knowledge that gives them useful experience and a professional edge that is invaluable to their development,” the professor explained.

RESULTS

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  • A successful projection mapping show during the fourth edition of Festival PRISMA 2026

  • Full compatibility between the projectors and connected equipment, with no connection issues

  • PRISMA strengthened its position as a meeting point for southeastern Mexico and Central America

  • New projects are being evaluated, including projections on university façades and buildings

  • Students gained practical experience and a professional advantage in audiovisual technology

According to Professor Borges, having the equipment available on campus will allow the university to experiment with new projection mapping trends, such as linking multiple projectors and exploring new ideas that enable professors and students to further expand their creativity.

Equipment with capabilities such as those offered by the LS740HD projectors enhances the students’ development and opens the door to more innovative creations that may one day be enjoyed in films, video games, or digital animations displayed on mobile phones or other visual devices.

Technology is one of the most important tools in the multimedia design field, and students must continually prepare to understand how to use it and make the most of its capabilities. This highlights the importance of providing them with high-quality, forward-thinking visual solutions such as those offered by ViewSonic.

ViewSonic® ViewBoard® Interactive Displays Enhance Student Experience at End-of-Year Showcase

CASE STUDY

ViewSonic® ViewBoard® Interactive Displays Enhance Student Experience at End-of-Year Showcase

SCHOOL

Rider University is a small private university in Lawrence Township, New Jersey made up of the Norm Brodsky College of Business, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences/ Westminster Choir College, and the College of Education and Human Services. With an enrollment of just under 3,000 full-time undergraduates, the university has a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio. It is distinguished by 21 NCAA men’s and women’s Division I sports teams and ranks on U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges list and The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges list.

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“The [ViewSonic ViewBoard] interactive setup allowed students and attendees to gather around the work, engaging with both the content and each other in a natural, seamless way. From our team’s perspective, this was a strong example of technology supporting experiential learning in a meaningful way.”


— Jaimie Dubuque, Learning Technology Administrator, Rider University

CHALLENGE

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  •  Rider University’s Social Work Program needed technology to support a first-ever capstone showcase for its inaugural graduating class.

  • The initial request was limited to basic monitors, leaving room to elevate the event into a more meaningful, interactive experience.

  • Students needed a way to present cumulative work that went beyond a static display, requiring both large-format presentation capability and individual interactive stations. 

As graduation day approached for the inaugural class of the Bachelor of Social Work program at Rider University, students began preparing for their capstone project: a cumulative showcase of their work. Their professor reached out to Rider University Learning Technology Administrator Jaimie Dubuque to assist with technology to support the event.

“The initial request was for basic monitors to display student work,” said Dubuque. “I saw this as an opportunity to show what we could do with technology to expand the students’ capabilities and make this a more meaningful event.”

SOLUTION

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  •  Learning Technology Administrator Jaimie Dubuque sourced a 65-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP6541 with a Windows slot-in PC and mobile cart for formal group presentations.

  • Each of the six graduating students connected a laptop to a ViewSonic TD2455 24-inch touch display, enabling attendees to interactively explore student websites at individual stations.

  • Dubuque guided students through building free Wix websites, transforming their capstone work into living digital portfolios navigable via touch. 

Dubuque’s vision for the showcase featured enhanced student content presented on ViewSonic® touch displays to deliver an interactive, gallery-like experience.

“I was assessing an amazing touchscreen monitor on loan from ViewSonic which I recognized would be a fantastic educational tool,” said Dubuque. “It was a perfect fit for adding interactivity and engagement to the showcase.”

Dubuque was likewise looking at a 65-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard® interactive display for a library project. While ultimately too big for that need, it was perfect for interactive group work and presentations, she said.

Next, Dubuque suggested the idea of creating student websites, which could be navigated using ViewSonic touchscreen monitors, and could serve as living documents as students progressed through their careers.

“For these tech tools to best enhance learning it was important that they weren’t just using them as glorified monitors,” said Dubuque. “Our goal is to use these tools for collaborative learning. To achieve this, the content they presented, and how they presented, it mattered.”

The final steps in bringing the vision to life were working with ViewSonic to obtain the necessary equipment, and meeting with students over Zoom to run a crash course on building free Wix sites. 

For the final configuration, each of the 6 students in the graduating class connected laptops to a ViewSonic TD2455 24-inch touch display for easy viewing and interaction. They would deliver interactive presentations on a 65-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP6541, outfitted with a windows slot-in PC (model VPC35-W55-G1) and mounted on a ViewSonic mobile cart (model VB-STND-001).

RESULTS

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  •  The showcase delivered a seamless gallery-like experience, with intuitive ViewSonic touch displays enabling smooth transitions from formal presentation to interactive portfolio exploration.

  • Students presented with visible confidence, with faculty noting the technology contributed directly to their ease and professionalism.

  • Quick setup and breakdown supported a tight event timeline, while USB-C connectivity and broad OS touch support simplified logistics for the IT team.

  • The event demonstrated ViewSonic technology as a vehicle for experiential learning, drawing praise from faculty, program leadership and university administration. 

The collaboration among social work program faculty, Dubuque’s IT team, and ViewSonic resulted in an unforgettable event for all involved. What was certain to be a special day for the inaugural graduating class of the new Social Work Program became even more so. Along with demonstrating the students’ accomplishments, the event further showcased the benefits of integrating technology into the education process.

To kick off the event, students delivered formal presentations that were easily seen from any vantage point thanks to the large, vivid 65-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard display. Next, participants spent time at student stations, where they smoothly navigated through their websites.

“The ViewSonic technology was very intuitive and easy to work with,” said Dubuque. “This enabled a smooth transition from formal presentation to interactive portfolio exploration.”

Set up was a breeze, said Dubuque, thanks to ViewSonic’s detailed guidance and outstanding product. The ViewSonic 24-inch touch displays provided easy USB-C connectivity along with touch support for numerous operating systems. The stand’s ergonomic, dual-hinge design with screen tilt allowed for easy viewing and interaction.

“From set up, to operation to the final breakdown, everything went quickly,” said Dubuque. “This was an important part of making the showcase a success because we had a relatively tight event timeline, which ViewSonic was able to accommodate through listening and responding to our needs.”

The team was thrilled to see their vision come to life.

“The interactive setup allowed students and attendees to gather around the work, engaging with both the content and each other in a natural, seamless way,” said Dubuque. “From our team’s perspective, this was a strong example of technology supporting experiential learning in a meaningful way."

That success was echoed by all stakeholders involved in the project.

“The interactive displays allowed students to authentically share their growth, transforming academic milestones into a compelling narrative that brings their professional journey to life,” commented Social Work Program Director Dr. Irma Sandoval-Arocho. “The interactive nature of these presentations also successfully captured the essence of social work education and its role in preparing competent generalist social workers.” Dr. Sandoval-Arocho further noted the impact of the interactive displays on the students’ experience.

“The showcase builds trust in Rider University’s B.S.W. Program as one that prepares graduates who are practice ready,” said Dr. Sandoval-Arocho, adding that, “Use of the interactive displays was intuitive for students and as a result, there was visible ease of use that contributed to their sense of confidence in presenting.”

This comment highlighted the student viewpoint: “I’m so glad this was a capstone project instead of a paper.”

Associate CIO Sari Alshiekh observed that, “It was great to see the vision come to life in such a student-centered way. Our collaboration moved us beyond simply ‘using screens’ to creating an engaging, interactive environment that supported both learning and presenting.”

The professor who oversaw the student work, said Dr. Heather Lee, summed up the positivity of the event:

“It turned out to be a beautiful day overall and it would not have been possible without Jamie and her team.” Dubuque notes that it couldn’t have happened without the outstanding support from ViewSonic, who ensured that all the details were taken care of, down to every accessory needed to make the setup a success.

“The entire collaboration process with ViewSonic, from start to finish, prioritized the student experience, and served as a clear example that ViewSonic values its partnerships and the learning community at large,” Dubuque concluded. “We look forward to an ongoing partnership and bringing more tech-enabled experiential learning to our students.” 

ViewSonic Direct View LED Display Accentuates Entryway in Technology-Focused Medical Center

CASE STUDY

ViewSonic Direct View LED Display Accentuates Entryway in Technology-Focused Medical Center

CUSTOMER

Formed by the 2018 merger of Bon Secours Health System and Mercy Health, Bon Secours Mercy Health is the fifth largest Catholic health care company in United States and one of the nation’s 20 largest health care systems. With 48 hospitals, thousands of providers, more than 1,000 points of care and over 60,000 employees, Bon Secours Mercy Health is dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. The company’s hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence, and it uses robust measurement and reporting processes to continually enhance care and improve outcomes.

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“I was very impressed with both the level of service we received from ViewSonic and the quality of the product. All the components of the system went together nicely – everything was milled correctly, and the panels self-aligned and snapped on easily.”


— Richard Banus, Account Manager at Onyx Audio Visual

PARTNER

A design-build firm dedicated to working closely with clients to identify their requirements and vision, Onyx is an industry leader in audio visual technology with over 30 years of experience in the U.S. and internationally. The company leverages its extensive experience in engineering to install and integrate highly complex systems. With a track record of successful, timely project execution, Onyx continues to cultivate relationships with government agencies, corporate enterprises, houses of worship, and educational institutions.

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CHALLENGE

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  • The hospital required a high-tech entryway display to honor donors for its new smart facility expansion.

  • IT needed a state-of-the- art video wall that visually matched the hospital’s advanced medical technology.

  • The team faced the challenge of sourcing a large, seamless display that was easy to install.

  • The chosen solution also needed to overcome typical technical hurdles to ensure easy long-term maintenance.

Part of the Bon Secours medical group, The Harbour View Campus in Suffolk, Virginia was being expanded with a three-story, 100,000 square foot addition. Slated to become the system’s first smart hospital, the facility required a dedicated entryway space to give thanks to the donors who made the expansion possible. The primary challenge for the IT team was sourcing a state-of-the-art digital video wall that visually corresponded with the hospital’s advanced medical technology.

Furthermore, they needed a solution that could overcome the typical hurdles of large-scale video walls: it needed to be a large, seamless display that was both easy to install and easy for the customer to maintain. To find a system that met all these strict requirements, the team turned to their longtime partner, Onyx Audio Visual, for help. Their account manager, Richard Banus, recognized these specific challenges and recommended dvLED technology as the ideal solution.

“The benefits offered by dvLED technology are outstanding,” said Banus. “Not only does it deliver a large, seamless display, it is easier to install and easier for customers to maintain.”

SOLUTION

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  • Onyx recommended the ViewSonic 136-inch dvLED (LDM136-151) because it offered the exact features the hospital needed.

  • The display featured high brightness, integrated speakers, and a surface treatment resisting dust, moisture and impact.

  • This All-in-One solution included wireless casting for easy management over the hospital’s LAN.

  • The display also featured an ultra-thin aesthetic with a detachable control box that enabled an even sleeker look.

Banus acquired quotes from display brands he had worked with in the past and was pleased to discover that ViewSonic also offered a 136-inch dvLED.

“While I’ve used ViewSonic monitors and IFP displays, we were just becoming an official ViewSonic dealer,” said Banus. “They had exactly what I was looking for in a dvLED – high brightness, integrated speakers and GOB surface treatment, which makes it impervious to dust, moisture and bumps. It’s truly an All-in-One solution with everything included that’s needed for installation. It even provided wireless casting that would allow my customers to manage easily over their LAN.”

It was also a winner aesthetically, Banus added, with an ultra-thin appearance and detachable control box that enabled an even sleeker look.

Banus shared the results of his comparison with the Bon Secours IT team and together they chose the ViewSonic (LDM136-151) 136-inch dvLED. The product shipped quickly and the team was ready to complete the installation in time for the grand opening, just a week away.

RESULTS

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  • The sleek, vibrant digital display now greets patients and visitors, rotating content to thank donors and provide important announcements.

  • The installation perfectly echoes the high-tech design of the medical center and has been very well received by staff and visitors.

  • The All-in-One design made installation easy, as components were milled correctly and panels self-aligned.

  • The hospital was highly pleased with both the price point and the final visual outcome.

Patients and visitors who enter the Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center’s main entrance are greeted with a sleek and vibrant digital display that echoes the Center’s high-tech design and service. Rotating content thanks donors and provides important announcements.

“The project lead sent an email letting me know how well-liked the display is by Center staff and visitors,” said Banus. “They were pleased with the price-point, and I haven’t had a single negative comment since it’s been up and running.” Banus noted that while he had installed many ViewSonic ViewBoard® interactive IFP displays in the health system’s offices and conference rooms, this was his first time working with a ViewSonic All-in-One dvLED video wall.

“I was very impressed with both the level of service we received from ViewSonic and the quality of the product,” he said. “All the components of the system went together nicely – everything was milled correctly, and the panels self-aligned and snapped on easily.”

The All-in-One design is ideal for an easy, streamlined process, he added, since the installers have everything they need right at hand, including cabinets, tiles, power supplies, and cables.

“When they were done, we turned on the display and it lit up and looked great,” he concluded. “The client loves how it looks and is happy with the outcome.”

Community Center Enhances Civic and Community Events with ViewSonic 136-Inch Direct View LED

CASE STUDY

Community Center Enhances Civic and Community Events with ViewSonic 136-Inch Direct View LED

CUSTOMER

The City of Highland Heights Community Center serves 9,000 residents, providing a convenient space for weddings, birthdays, graduation parties, events and community meetings year-round. City residents and businesses can reserve the Buckeye room (64 guest capacity) or the Highland room (175 guest capacity) for a rental fee. Both party rooms have access to the Center’s kitchen. Many Highland Heights civic and community groups use the Center to host monthly or weekly meetings.

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“The large [dvLED] display is a focal point in the room and makes a statement with the clear and bold picture. Professionally, presentations are now easy to see from any seat in the room, and I have had only positive feedback from residents who use the screen in social gatherings.”


— Audrey Gerbasi, Community Program Coordinator at the Center

PARTNER

iVideo Technologies is an audio-visual technology integration partner dedicated to empowering organizations through integrated AV, broadcast, and technology systems since 1968. With several locations across Ohio and in Pittsburgh, PA, iVideo delivers communication solutions that support clarity, collaboration, and audience engagement across all sectors nationwide.

CHALLENGE

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  • The city wanted to upgrade video equipment in its 175-capacity Highland room to enhance presentations and engagement.

  • They needed a vibrant, modern display that was easily visible to anyone in the room.

  • The center sought to eliminate lighting and size struggles caused by using a portable projector.

  • Staff required a system that would be readily available and easy to use for various events.

The City of Highland Heights was looking to upgrade the video equipment in the Community Center’s largest room. With a capacity of 175, the Highland room was a high-demand space for hosting scheduled civic and community group meetings, as well as for rental by residents for parties and events. The ability to display content would enhance presentations and offer a way to boost engagement at events.

“Our goal was to provide a vibrant, modern display that could be easily seen by anyone in the room,” said Audrey Gerbasi, Community Program Coordinator at the Center. “We were also looking forward to eliminating the struggles with lighting and size presented by the portable projector that we would occasionally bring into the room. We needed a system that would be readily available and easy to use.”

SOLUTION

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  • Reseller iVideo Technologies recommended the ViewSonic 136-inch dvLED display, model LDM136-151.

  • The expansive screen provided clear viewing with high brightness, a strong contrast ratio, and fast refresh rates.

  • A modular design with hotswappable front LED panels greatly simplified maintenance compared to traditional video walls.

  • The Glue-on-Board surface provided essential durability against bumps, dust, and moisture during energetic room rentals.

The Center’s reseller partner, iVideo Technologies, had worked with the city previously, including the installation of AV equipment in the council chambers. When Senior Account Manager Dale Kiser was briefed on the goals for the Center’s Highland room, he immediately thought of the ViewSonic® 136-inch Direct View LED (dvLED) display (model LDM136-151).

“We have corporate accounts that are standardized on ViewSonic CDE displays for their conference and training rooms, so I’m very familiar with their products and I know I can count on ViewSonic to provide outstanding service,” said Kiser. “I had recently worked with ViewSonic to develop a dvLED solution for another customer and recognized that it would be an ideal solution for the Center.”

The expansive 136-inch screen would ensure clear, vibrant viewing throughout the space, with 600-nit high brightness, 6,500:1 contrast ratio and 3,840Hz refresh rate, while the modular design with hot-swappable front LED panels would greatly simplify maintenance compared to traditional video walls.

Importantly, for a room that would be used for events ranging from professional meetings to energetic parties, the Glue-on-Board (GOB) surface treatment provided the durability needed to withstand potential bumps along with resisting dust and moisture.

“I like recommending this product because it delivers such nice color and brightness, and the form factor is very aesthetically pleasing,” said Kiser. “I like working with ViewSonic because the service, support and quick reaction times from their team really gives me a warm fuzzy feeling,” he concluded with a smile in his voice.

Kiser developed a complete solution that included a QSC system with touch panel control and with the Center’s approval of his plan installation was completed without issue by iVideo’s installation field team.

RESULTS

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  • The AV makeover added professionalism and energy to civic events, meetings, and private parties.

  • Presentations are easily seen from any seat, generating positive feedback from residents attending social gatherings.

  • Allowing community members to showcase personal media on the big screen boosted the space’s rental appeal.

  • Time-consuming projector challenges were eliminated, paving the way for future resident movie nights.

According to Gerbasi, the Highland room AV makeover has made a huge impact on professional meetings, civic events, and private parties, adding both professionalism and energy to the space.

“The large display is a focal point in the room and makes a statement with the clear and bold picture,” she said. “Professionally, presentations are now easy to see from any seat in the room, and I have had only positive feedback from residents who use the screen in social gatherings.”

Additionally, the ability for community members to showcase personal images or watch a chosen broadcast or video has added to the space’s rental appeal.

“People are excited when they see the eye-catching power of the big screen,” said Gerbasi. “They appreciate the grandness of the picture and like to come up with ways to incorporate the new technology into their events.”

Even when the display is not being used to support presentations, civic meetings have been enhanced by the ability to showcase the city’s logo on the screen during events, Gerbasi added.

“Everyone seems very satisfied with the outcome, and we’re thrilled to have eliminated the time-consuming challenges we had with the projector,” Gerbasi concluded. “We look forward to offering movie nights to our residents and expect many more years of positive feedback.”

University Faculty and IT Team Gain Efficiency and Efficacy with ViewSonic® Digital Podiums

CASE STUDY

University Faculty and IT Team Gain Efficiency and Efficacy with ViewSonic® Digital Podiums

SCHOOL

Coker University is a student-focused, private liberal arts college located in Hartsville, South Carolina. Founded in 1908, Coker is a bachelor’s and master’s degree-granting institution and competes in 24 NCAA Division II sports. Redefining undergraduate research, Coker students participate in local and regional conferences and competitions. Coker combines round table, discussion-based learning with hands-on experiences to promote active participation in and out of the classroom.

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“I’m just starting to touch on what it can do, and so far, I can’t imagine a better outcome than [the myPodium ID2456-4K]. I’d rate the upgrade a 10/10 and I’m not always that generous.”


— Joseph Flaherty, PhD, Research Director and Professor of Biology at Coker

CHALLENGE

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  • Coker University classrooms contained disparate technology from various manufacturers.

  • Maintaining a broad mix of technology caused inefficiencies for the small IT team.

  • The aging technology frustrated faculty members and generated a high volume of help desk tickets.

  • The IT Director needed to navigate a complex edtech landscape to standardize a common solution across the campus.

When Information Technology Director Charlie Poag joined the Coker University team, edtech across the campus was ripe for an upgrade. Classrooms contained an array of disparate technology from a range of manufacturers, which led to inefficiencies and challenges for both IT and faculty.

“We can’t be experts in every technology out there and maintaining such a broad mix efficiently was more than our small team could do,” said Poag. “Faculty was frustrated and we were receiving a lot of help desk tickets.”

The edtech landscape had changed dramatically since the aging Coker classroom technology had been installed. Poag’s objective was to standardize around a common solution. But first his team would need to identify which solution would best meet their faculty’s needs.

“We began our due diligence and discovered that each manufacturer had many models of each product category – from projectors to interactive displays.” said Poag. “Edtech has become a complex landscape, with a huge array of options.”

As his team began the process of researching the latest edtech, Poag was introduced to Tyler Davis, a regional rep from Howard Technology Solutions. During their initial conversation, Poag recognized the value of partnering with an AV pro like Howard.

“The folks at Howard know the edtech landscape through and through, and it was clear that they could be a big help with our upgrades,” said Poag. “As a starting point, Tyler offered to give us his favorite new edtech product to evaluate – the ViewSonic 4K Digital Podium.”

SOLUTION

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  • IT deployed a ViewSonic 4K Digital Podium (model ID2456-4K) in a well-used classroom for faculty evaluation.

  • Following overwhelmingly positive faculty feedback, the university unified more than two-thirds of its classrooms around ViewSonic products.

  • The upgrades included ViewSonic Commercial Displays, Laser Projectors, and the digital podium ID2456-4K solutions.

The Coker IT Team put the Digital Podium (ViewSonic myPodium™ ID2456-4K) in a well-used classroom and invited feedback from faculty.

“The response was very positive,” said Poag. “The faculty loved it. Based on this, we purchased five more, putting one in each academic building.”

After allowing time to get to know the product, the IT team conducted a survey to gain insight into the upcoming upgrades.

“We gave them options based on technology they had been using for some time, such as Promethean and SMART boards, and we asked what technology they would like to use going forward,” said Poag. “Overwhelmingly the faculty wanted to use the ViewSonic podiums.”

At that point, Poag had the direction he needed to begin unifying the technology across all Coker classrooms.

Top of the list were the athletic building classrooms, where users had been increasingly frustrated with the aging technology. While Poag and his team worked with Howard to create an upgrade plan, a grant came in to refurbish the entire science building. In the end, more than two thirds of the Coker classrooms were unified around ViewSonic products, including ViewSonic Commercial Displays (CDE8630 and CDE9830), ViewSonic Laser Projectors 
(LS92OWU) and the ViewSonic myPodium ID2456-4K.

“Wherever possible, we upgraded to the ViewSonic Commercial Displays for front-of the-room viewing,” said Poag. “Where we had pre-existing cabling to the ceiling we upgraded to ViewSonic’s 6000-lumens Laser Projector.”

RESULTS

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  • The IT team experienced greater operational efficiency and received far fewer technical support calls.

  • The digital podiums offered an affordable alternative to placing large touchscreens in every classroom.

  • New displays and laser projectors provided highly visible, detailed content while requiring less maintenance.

  • Faculty gained the flexibility to seamlessly connect their own devices via USB-C, eliminating device connection confusion.

From an IT perspective, the results could hardly have been better: faculty were happier and so was the IT team. What’s more, the upgrade made smart use of the university’s limited resources and would continue to reduce costs over time. “These podiums are a terrific solution for so many reasons,” said Poag. “For one thing, they are so much more affordable than putting a large touchscreen in every classroom. And, in my opinion, they’re a better fit for the job because instructors don’t have to turn their back on the students to annotate content.” Unifying around ViewSonic products, said Poag, has enabled his team to operate with greater efficiency and expertise.

“We can really get to know this product, how to best train instructors, and how to effectively maintain and troubleshoot,” said Poag. “Now faculty can move seamlessly from classroom to classroom, and the IT team is fielding far fewer tech support calls.” 

And, with modern laser projectors, the IT team purchases fewer bulbs and spends less time on maintenance.

“Another benefit of the digital podiums,” added Poag, “is the ability for faculty to connect their devices with USB-C, while maintaining the connection to the PC we provide in the room. They have the choice of which to use, and this eliminates any confusion around which device is connected. We used to get a lot of calls about disconnections and faculty having to reboot the PC.” From an instructional perspective, the new technology is enabling more streamlined and interactive instruction, along with more visible content.

“The large screens in the front of the classroom are magnificent,” said Joseph Flaherty, PhD, Research Director and Professor of Biology at Coker.

“The panels are highly visible from everywhere in the room and they’re perfect screens for visualizing detailed content. It’s a big improvement 
over the old projectors.”

Because of past encounters with digital whiteboards that were clunky, slow and challenging to use, Flaherty prefers the smooth, responsive touch panel on the ViewSonic myPodium ID2456-4K.

“The screen is such high quality, it’s like using your phone, and I love not having to turn my back on students.” said Flaherty. “The fast, responsive screen makes it a breeze to interact with content. I particularly appreciate being able to pinch and zoom in to highlight material – that alone makes teaching easier. I look forward to learning more about the functionality and how it can further help me add impact to instruction.”

Although he knows he’s just scratched the surface of what he’ll be able  to accomplish with the digital podium, Flaherty is already thankful that the IT team partnered with ViewSonic.

“I’m just starting to touch on what it can do, and so far, I can’t imagine a better outcome than this product,” he concluded. “I’d rate the upgrade a 10/10 and I’m not always that generous.”

The IT team is likewise thankful for the growing relationship with both Howard and ViewSonic.

“We love having Howard as our AV partner; they’re very responsive and listen well and make sure understand the need before they start recommending products,” said Poag. “They’ve connected us with our ViewSonic rep Randy, who has also been very helpful.”

School District Offers Esports to All Ages by Leveraging ViewSonic Display Infrastructure

CASE STUDY

School District Offers Esports to All Ages by Leveraging ViewSonic Display Infrastructure

PROFILE

Fayette County Public Schools is a large district encompassing the city of Lexington, Kentucky and serving approximately 42,000 students across 57 schools. The second-largest school district in Kentucky, it includes 38 elementary schools, 13 middle schools and 6 high schools, along with preschools and several additional programs/technical centers, with a 60% minority enrollment and over a third of students whose families are economically disadvantaged.

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“Just one plug is all it takes for the ViewSonic ViewBoard to launch an instant esports lounge. That single connection makes the display the unquestioned focal point—where any room is a ready-to-compete arena.”


— Shad Lacefield, FCPS STEM Learning Coach

CHALLENGE

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  • Establish the state’s first elementary school esports program to positively impact student success and engagement.

  • Overcome the lack of dedicated space and budget to accommodate significant student interest.

  • Find funding for career connection projects, such as producing student-designed team jerseys.

Boasting several state championships, the Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools had enjoyed the benefits of a thriving esports program since 2019. In 2023, the principal of the G. W. Carver STEM Academy, Lamar Allen, set his sights on bringing these benefits to his students.

“He was determined to become the first elementary esports program in the state,” said Shad Lacefield, FCPS STEM Learning Coach, who provides tech support throughout the district and helps esport coordinators with program startup. “As the leader of a STEM school, he knew how much this program could positively impact student success.”

The most immediate challenge to establishing the program was finding the space and equipment to accommodate significant student interest. After that, program staff were challenged with how to fund projects designed to engage students in esports career connections.

SOLUTION

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  • Leveraged existing infrastructure of 75-inch ViewSonic® ViewBoard® interactive flat panel displays to create equitable access.

  • Utilized mobile carts to create flexible “pop-up” esports lounges in shared spaces like libraries and media centers.

  • Deployed the ViewSonic All- in-One Direct View LED mobile and foldable display for large- scale competitions and events.

  • Partnered with ViewSonic to cover production costs for team jerseys.

In the five years preceding the dream of an all-ages esports program, FCPS had installed 75-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard interactive flat panel displays in every classroom in order to create a universal classroom experience and equitable environment for student learning across the district. These existing displays, Lacefield realized, could be leveraged to support the elementary esports expansion.

“The ViewSonic IFP displays bring outstanding interactivity and engagement to classroom learning,” said Lacefield. “It was a tremendous investment in our students that we were able to extend as a shared resource to create popup esports lounges. This solved the universal problems of one, how to afford the equipment, and two, where are we going to put it.”

The inaugural club was launched in the G. W. Carver STEM Academy library, which housed a media space ripe for conversion into a part-time esports environment.

“There were several ViewSonic IFP displays already in the room, which serves as a flexible learning space for students, and the school had other ViewSonic ViewBoard displays on mobile carts,” said Lacefield. “It was easy to simply roll them in for the after-school club meetings.”

And with that, mission accomplished: FCPS had the first-ever elementary esports lounge in the state. Next, the team found exciting ways to leverage another ViewSonic display resource: an all-in-one mobile Direct View LED Display folding travel kit.

“The district purchased it for use in large spaces like the auditoriums where we hold conferences and professional development programs,” said Lacefield. “Of course, it also shines as a focal point at in-person esports competitions, where we’re able to display four screens at a time on the one massive display.”

Ultimately, the district was able to provide the after-school club at no cost to participants, thanks to existing infrastructure and support from grants and partnerships. However, when students designed team logos and jerseys, the club had no funds to produce them.

“The project would have had to remain a creative exercise,” said Lacefield, “But ViewSonic stepped in and covered the cost of every jersey for every player.”

RESULTS

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  • Rapid program expansion from a single pilot school to 41 schools (30 elementary and 11 middle) in just two years.

  • Created a cost-free, inclusive extracurricular activity that improves social-emotional and academic outcomes.

  • Maximized hardware investment by using displays for instruction during the day and gaming after school.

  • Fast setup allowed staff to launch an esports arena instantly with just one plug.

  • Developed a strong pipeline of enthusiastic students and supportive parents feeding into high school esports programs.

What started with one school quickly exploded to thirty in the span of just two years. By the 2025-2026 school year, spaces in 30 elementary and 11 middle schools were being used for the after-school esports program – with more to come. At one school, the club used a conference room already outfitted with 75-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP displays. At another, the maker space was a perfect fit. Each school was unique, but all made use of existing wall- or mobile cart-mounted ViewSonic ViewBoard displays.

“The ViewSonic cart-mounted displays offer incredible flexibility of use,” said Lacefield. “They can be moved during the day to meet instructional needs, and used after school to support extracurriculars.”

To easily facilitate the transformations, Lacefield created gamer backpacks that house everything needed for the students to connect to and use the displays.

“Once the IFP displays are wheeled in, the students can set up the gaming space quickly and easily,” said Lacefield. “Just one plug is all it takes for the ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP to launch an instant esports lounge. That single connection makes the display the unquestioned focal point—where any room is a ready-to-compete arena.”

In all cases, the results were exciting and impactful.

“The kids absolutely love playing on what to them looks like massive TV screens,” said Lacefield. “And the video quality and speed are incredible – even when running a LAN tournament. The huge screens make it feel so exciting and real to the kids.”

Within a year, the program Lacefield managed merged with the Girls Who Game club, led by Ashley Faulkner. Together they became EPIC Esports and began creating curriculum around the esports industry and other important gaming topics.

“We realized that we were teaching students how to be digital citizens online with their Chromebooks, but not necessarily through gaming. To gain insight, we surveyed a sample of students from across the district,” said Lacefield. “We discovered that 90% were gaming weekly, with 79% engaging with people they didn’t know. To address this, we created content for students and parents on how to safely navigate this ecosystem.”

Along with gathering to game, members of the EPIC Esports program learn about the inner workings of the esports industry and its career opportunities.

“We’re showing our students that, while they may not end up pro gamers, their love of video games could lead them down related career paths,” said Lacefield. “They could become game designers, shout casters, graphic designers, and more.”

To bring these opportunities to life, Lacefield and Faulkner engage students in career connection activities like designing team logos and jerseys.

“Thanks to ViewSonic we were able to produce and provide jerseys with student-designed logos for all of our teams,” said Lacefield. “We are so grateful to them for their support.”

The club’s name, which stands for Engaging Players in Inclusive Competitions, epitomizes its impact on students. At its heart, the FCPS EPIC Esports Club is about engagement. Research has consistently demonstrated that students who participate in extracurricular activities thrive. In every way, involved students do better: academically, socially-emotionally, and in their lives beyond school.

“Most of our esports students weren’t involved in any other extracurricular activities; this club was their first,” said Lacefield. “Now they’re making new friends and expanding their experiences, and the impact on student growth is amazing.”

A district middle school exemplifies this impact.

“These kids have been extremely successful in our region, which includes teams from Florida up through New York,” said Lacefield. “They were in the top five out of 170 teams in a recent competition. Later their coach told us that she saw a big change in students’ behavior and demeanor in school. It gave them a boost of confidence to be one of the best Super Smash teams in the region.”

Coaches at other schools have shared similar feedback, from students and parents.

“A parent of one of my students got emotional during a meeting, while sharing how EPIC Esports helped her son find a place and make friends,” said Jennifer Reams, an Elementary EPIC Esports Coach, “This is a student who has a learning disability and struggles academically, but in esports he excelled, becoming one of our top Mario Kart racers.”

Parental appreciation for the EPIC Esports program has impacted the pipeline to high school esports participation as well.

“In the past, parents were often skeptical about their kids participating,” said Chris Griffith, Esports Coach at Esports State Champion Lafayette High School. “However this year, when I hosted the booth for our esports team at orientation, the middle school parents were thrilled to sign their kids up for our team. There were many students and families excited to continue what they started with EPIC Esports. That was really cool to me.”

The EPIC Esports program has been an unequivocal success, said Lacefield, thanks to the help of partners like ViewSonic.

“It’s been everything we’ve hoped for,” he said. “We have been able to provide a free, safe community where kids can make friends and do what they love, and we’ve seen the positive impact in improved academic and social-emotional outcomes.”

By Integrating ViewSonic Technology, Preuniversitario Gauss Redefines Pre-University Education in Chile

CASE STUDY

By Integrating ViewSonic Technology, Preuniversitario Gauss Redefines Pre-University Education in Chile

PROFILE

In Chile, a preuniversitario is a private educational institution that prepares high school students—typically in their final four years—for the Higher Education Admission Test (PAES), a critical exam for university admission.

Founded in 2011, Preuniversitario Gauss was established with a clear mission: to prepare students for higher education through a model rooted in academic excellence. With more than 15 years of experience, Gauss now operates seven physical campuses—Los Trapenses, Chamisero, La Reina, Huechuraba, Peñalolén, Montemar, and La Serena—alongside a robust online campus. This expansion has positioned the institution as one of Chile’s most innovative and forward-thinking pre-university programs.

In 2019, Cathia Morais joined Gauss as Business Development Manager with a bold vision to elevate the institution. “My mission was to lead a digital transformation and turn Preu Gauss into a five-star pre-university institution, where academic excellence and technology go hand in hand,” she recalls.

Since the arrival of Morais, Gauss has focused on delivering an academic experience defined by excellence, innovation, and outstanding service—setting a new benchmark for pre-university education in Chile.

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“Thanks to the swift execution by our distributor and the dedicated support of the after-sales training team, we implemented the technology in record time. Since then, we’ve become the first pre-university institution in Chile—and likely the first educational institution overall—to equip every classroom on every campus with interactive screens.”


— Cathia Morais, Business Development Manager

CHALLENGE

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  • Redesign the conventional education framework, replacing outdated tools like blackboards, projectors, and notebooks with a comprehensive digital approach.

  • Position Gauss Pre-University as a leading premium institution, recognized for its superior level of service.

  • Maintain the delivery of online classes throughout the pandemic, while preserving the quality and personal connection of the learning experience.

Since its establishment, Preuniversitario Gauss has aimed to distinguish itself from traditional pre-university institutions in Chile. From the outset, the institution recognized the growing need for a digital learning model—one that would enable students to attend classes from anywhere. “We already saw the need for a digital transformation that would allow us to reach students throughout Chile,” recalls Morais.

The leadership team understood that the future of education lay in hybrid and connected learning, a trend already evident in more advanced educational systems, such as those in the United States and Europe. Before embarking on its transformation, Gauss’s instructional approach mirrored that of most Chilean institutions: a traditional setup dependent on blackboards, projectors, and limited digital interaction.

“Everything was done manually—attendance, notes, exercises. Students had to be physically present to learn,” Morais explains. While this model had served its purpose, it offered little flexibility and left minimal room for innovation.

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic dramatically accelerated the institution’s digital strategy. Almost overnight, Gauss was faced with a dual challenge: to establish itself as a premium pre-university institution while also ensuring continuity of learning during lockdowns. “We had two challenges,” says Morais. “We wanted to differentiate ourselves as a premium pre-university institution with a higher standard of service, and at the same time, ensure that all students could continue learning—even if they couldn’t attend in person.”

The greatest hurdle was delivering the same level of quality and personal connection students experienced in physical classrooms through a fully online or hybrid format. What had once been a long-term digital vision became an urgent operational priority. With the pandemic, we told ourselves: this is the moment— we have to invest in putting screens in every classroom,” Morais concludes.

SOLUTION

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  • Implemented 42 ViewBoard® IFP6550 interactive displays across all classrooms.

  • Adopted the myViewBoard® ecosystem for managing classroom content, digital materials, and attendance tracking.

  • Transitioned to a hybrid and online learning model, making classes accessible to students across Chile.

Preuniversitario Gauss’s technological journey began in 2018 with the acquisition of its first ViewSonic® ViewBoard® interactive display. Though initially dependent on an external computer, this first device offered an early glimpse into the tool’s potential. Shortly after launching its digital transformation strategy, Gauss outlined a more ambitious plan to modernize its academic model. The arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic served as a powerful catalyst, accelerating that plan and prompting the rapid, simultaneous rollout of interactive displays across all campuses.

The project advanced with remarkable speed. Backed by distributor LACE Educación and supported by ViewSonic’s after-sales and training teams, Gauss successfully equipped every classroom in just two weeks.

“Thanks to our distributor’s rapid execution and the after-sales training team, we were able to implement the technology in record time. Since then, we’ve been the first pre-university—and likely the first educational institution—in Chile to have interactive screens in every classroom and on every campus,” explains Morais.

Today, 42 ViewBoard IFP6550 interactive displays form part of Gauss’s core educational infrastructure. Each 65-inch screen is integrated with cameras, microphones, and myViewBoard software, enabling seamless, real-time hybrid classes enriched with dynamic digital resources. “Teachers can annotate documents, grade essays directly on screen, or play YouTube videos to illustrate concepts. It makes teaching far more interactive and visual,” Morais adds.

Beyond enhancing classroom learning, the technology has also been adopted to improve internal operations—for example, during enrollment sessions, when staff use the interactive displays to present services and deliver live demonstrations of the Gauss experience to prospective families.

RESULTS

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  • Ensured uninterrupted learning and rapid adaptation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Achieved greater classroom interaction, engagement, and student motivation.

  • Strengthened Preuniversitario Gauss’s position as a leading, technology-driven institution in Chile’s education sector.

The implementation of ViewSonic interactive displays marked a defining milestone in the evolution of Preuniversitario Gauss. For students, it ensured uninterrupted academic preparation—regardless of external circumstances. “Students can log in from home if they’re sick or traveling and still participate in class as if they were physically there,” explains Morais, highlighting the immersive nature of the hybrid experience.

For teachers, the impact was equally transformative. “It was revolutionary. Teachers now have tools that make their classes more dynamic,” she adds. The new technology introduced interactive learning capabilities through videos, 3D graphics, and digital presentations—significantly improving both teaching quality and student engagement.

The benefits extended beyond the classroom. The use of cutting-edge technology quickly became a key differentiator for Gauss in the education market. “When we show our classes live on screen, parents instantly recognize the innovation and professionalism. It’s a decisive factor in their choice,” Morais notes. As a result, technological innovation has become central to Gauss’s identity as a premium institution.

Even after five years of active use, Gauss continues to push forward. The institution regularly explores new features within myViewBoard, keeps its equipment up to date, and ensures ongoing teacher training. At the start of each academic year, educators participate in refresher sessions to maximize the effective use of technology in their classrooms.

Looking ahead, Preuniversitario Gauss plans to integrate artificial intelligence and more advanced interactive tools to further enhance the student learning experience. “We are incredibly proud. This transformation didn’t just change how we teach—it solidified Gauss’s reputation as a premium institution,” concludes Morais.

ViewSonic Revolutionizes Education in Costa Rica with ViewBoard® Interactive Displays

CASE STUDY

ViewSonic Revolutionizes Education in Costa Rica with ViewBoard® Interactive Displays

PROFILE

The Diocesan Catholic Education Project (PRODIECA) is a Catholic organization composed of three educational centers in the province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica:

Centro Educativo Católico San Ambrosio (1994) 
Centro Educativo Católico Eulogio López Obando (2007) 
Centro Educativo Católico Vittorino Girardi Stellin (2014)

PRODIECA created its educational communities as a response to the educational crisis arising from challenges in forming meaningful educational relationships. For these relationships to be authentic, they must convey essential values and life principles that support each individual’s growth and maturity, while also contributing to the common good.

PRODIECA works to overcome the disconnect in traditional education by fostering authentic, value-based relationships that support personal growth and collective well-being. It also contributes to faith communities by promoting values aligned with peace, justice and humanity.

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“The use and implementation of technological tools has had a positive impact, generating strong interest and motivation”.


— Rodolfo Araya Rojas, PRODIECA Principal

CHALLENGE

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  • Replace outdated projectors and whiteboards with low-maintenance, high-resolution interactive displays, eliminating visual quality and calibration issues

  • Provide comprehensive training to facilitate seamless adoption of new interactive technologies

  • Transform spaces into collaborative hubs for video conferencing and interactive learning experiences

  • Acquire high-resolution displays with advanced features and minimal maintenance requirements

  • Provide students with access to interactive content, enabling seamless integration with their tablets

  • Implement operating systems compatible with all educational tools

  • Enhance student learning and attention through interactive, immersive experiences

Classroom instruction was outdated and limited to physical tools like chalkboards and printed worksheets. There was a critical need to modernize the teaching process through digital tools and more engaging methods.

One key challenge was the need to diversify classroom practices by incorporating technology into the teaching process.

This included integrating principles of Universal Design for Learning and gamification to enhance educational mediation. This need was one of the main factors that led PRODIECA to initiate the project.

Additionally, in subjects such as Mathematics and Physics, there was a specific need to create learning situations that promoted both graphical and algebraic analysis.

The project launched at the beginning of the 2024 school year focused on raising awareness about the use of new technological tools. This was followed by hands-on exploration and implementation in subject-specific areas, enabling teachers to integrate these tools into their mediation strategies based on their particular disciplines. 

SOLUTION

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  • Deployed 23 ViewBoard IFP8650 interactive displays across key classrooms

  • Seamlessly connected the displays with existing school systems for efficient operation

  • Activated myViewBoard PRO licenses for all entity accounts, maximizing interactive capabilities

  • Provided comprehensive teacher training to ensure effective utilization of the new technology

To support the project’s goal of diversifying classroom activities through the integration of innovative technological tools, the distributor SOINED not only provided the necessary equipment but also delivered comprehensive training to ensure its effective adoption and pedagogical integration. This training played a key role in strengthening both the use and educational application of the technology.

Previously reliant on standard whiteboards, PRODIECA recognized the need for transformation. In response, SOINED, committed to delivering forward-thinking educational solutions, arranged a demonstration.

A thorough evaluation followed, leading to the selection of ViewSonic’s IFP52-2ED ViewBoard interactive displays —a solution that not only addresses current classroom needs but also significantly enhanced the overall educational experience.

The presentation —led by SOINED’s pedagogical and commercial teams—reinforced a shared commitment to innovation. It was followed by well-coordinated logistics for delivery, installation, and personalized teacher training, ensuring the technology was seamlessly implemented and fully utilized driven by a vision to transform education, a demonstration was promptly arranged, followed by a thorough evaluation that led to the selection of ViewSonic IFP52-EDLA ViewBoard interactive displays.

This solution not only meets the current needs of the schools but also significantly enhances the overall educational experience.

Significantly, this initiative marks the first time PRODIECA has incorporated ViewSonic equipment into its educational model. ViewSonic offers a comprehensive solution that combines cutting-edge technology with pedagogical innovation. Partnering with SOINED has further enhanced the value and effectiveness of the implementation.

The installation process was swift and precise, allowing both students and teachers to benefit from the new tools almost immediately. ViewSonic’s technology fostered collaborative learning and enabled interaction with 3D models, human anatomy, geographic data, and even traditional subjects such as mathematics.

RESULTS

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  • Students actively participate without fear of equipment damage
  • Streamlined IT resource management
  • Significant savings through energy-efficient technology
  • Alignment with ISO standards
  • Elevated satisfaction with the overall learning environment and a commitment to continuous improvement improvement

The installation of this equipment has allowed for greater diversification of classroom activities, enriching the teaching process through the integration of innovative and engaging resources.

Encouraged by the positive results, the organization plans to expand the use of this and other ViewSonic solutions in the future.

These tools have led to more efficient use of instructional time and have significantly boosted motivation among both students and teachers. This renewed enthusiasm is reflected in improved analytical thinking and other qualitatively assessed skills. 

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Car Dealership’s Creativity Shines Bright with Huge ViewSonic Direct View LED Display

CASE STUDY

Car Dealership’s Creativity Shines Bright with Huge ViewSonic Direct View LED Display

COMPANY

In a city brimming with history, the Capistrano VW dealership is itself historic. Opened in 1963, seven years before San Juan Capistrano in Orange County, California became an official city, the dealership was the region’s first purveyor of new cars. In 1997 it was purchased by its current owner, Miles Brandon, who opened Capistrano Mazda next door in 2015. Today, both dealerships operate according to Brandon’s “undealer” philosophy, which strives to deliver a unique and positive experience that surpasses what customers and employees expect from a car dealer. Both dealerships have been recognized with award-winning customer service.

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““This incredible [Direct View LED display] addressed every issue we had with the other systems. It’s a complete package from one manufacturer, and it includes easy device management software. It’s absolutely beautiful, with no annoying bezels. And the price was good too, which really amazed me.”


— Miles Brandon, Owner, Capistrano VW

CHALLENGE

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  • Create a visually unique showroom experience within strict manufacturer branding constraints

  • Replace failing multi-screen video wall with a more reliable, easier-to-manage solution

  • Eliminate frequent maintenance costs and performance issues caused by complex multi-vendor setup

Car dealerships are notoriously homogenous within each brand, with manufacturers dictating virtually every aspect of the design, inside and out. This leaves owners with limited opportunity to visually distinguish themselves. Nonetheless, Brandon – who is as enthusiastic about his showroom’s appeal as he is about the history of Volkswagen vehicles – has managed to implement unique and successful strategies over his many years in the business.

“In 2012, we followed the lead of Casey Gunther, then the top VW dealer in the U.S., who broke all the rules and created amazing energy in his Florida showroom,” said Brandon. “He took it pretty far, with things like vibrant hood artwork on the vehicles in his showroom. Our approach was to put in a large video wall that would enable us to dynamically change up the content.”

Initially, Brandon installed a 220-inch screen, comprised of an array of sixteen 55-inch monitors with bezels between each monitor. While he was thrilled with the energy it brought to the showroom, within a few years the system began to experience performance problems. Running with a complex system of components from different manufacturers, the dealership struggled to efficiently manage the technology, which reduced usage. Ultimately, screens began to dim or go fully dark. Frequent screen replacement was required, creating an expensive cost burden. Brandon reached out to their reseller partner Avidex, for help.

SOLUTION

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  • ViewSonic® LDM231-251 All-in-One Direct View LED display

  • Integrated ViewSonic Manager™ device management software

  • Installation and support by Avidex and ViewSonic Field Solutions Architect

A long-time ViewSonic partner, the first solution Avidex recommended was the 231-inch ViewSonic® LDM231-251 All-in-One Direct View LED display.

“This incredible product addressed every issue we had with the other systems,” said Brandon. “It’s a complete package from one manufacturer, and it includes easy device management software. It’s absolutely beautiful, with no annoying bezels. And the price was good too, which really amazed me.”

Avidex and ViewSonic worked quickly to present a proposal, which came in right on budget, said Brandon, and the first recommendation became the only one he needed to consider.

RESULTS

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  • Stunning 231-inch seamless video wall transformed showroom aesthetics and energy

  • Reliable all-in-one system resolved previous performance and management issues

  • Easy setup with complete kit enabled quick, frustrationfree installation

  • Day-and-night visibility extended promotional impact to freeway traffic

  • Enhanced content flexibility for events, promotions, and employee recognition

  • Long LED lifespan reduces maintenance and supports 24/7 use

  • Dealership excited to expand usage for movie nights, community engagement, and brand storytelling

As expected, installation of the ViewSonic LDM231-251 Direct View LED display went smoothly. Everything needed, from the LED tiles and AV hardware to the software, power supplies, and cables, came in one package, making for a fast, frustration-free process.

“From pre-sales support to the installation we were very pleased with everything,” said Brandon. “The ViewSonic field solutions architect was there the entire time, overseeing the process. Everything went incredibly smoothly.”

Brandon was amazed at the transformation.

“What had become an eyesore was now a stunning, dynamic video screen,” he said. “Not only is the sheer size impressive, the image clarity is amazing and the content looks much better without the bezels. The entire solution is clean and modern looking, with no stray components or clutter.”

What’s more, said Brandon, Avidex had assured him that the LEDs used in the ViewSonic Direct View LED display are likely to remain functional well beyond the system’s expected operational life, with a rating of up to 100,000 hours of use. This eliminated the worry that screens could burn out with 24/7 use.

“We love leaving the wall running because people can see it from the I-5 freeway,” he said. “But with the other screens we were concerned that they would burn out. We didn’t want that added expense. That’s not an issue with the ViewSonic display. We’re looking forward to running content at 2:00 am with messages like ‘We may be closed but you can still pull over and look at your next new car.’”

For now, the Capistrano VW showroom team is happy to see their usual dynamic sports content, live cams from local beaches and the San Juan Capistrano train station, and brand content looking so much better on the bright, vibrant screen. The display played a star role in the dealership’s July 2025 showing of the critically-acclaimed Volkswagen-centric movie Circle the Wagen, a feature film that follows the idealistic owner of a 1972 VW bus on an iconic trip down Route 66.

“It looked so much better than the first time we did this, when the movie was released in 2013,” said Brandon. “It added excitement and energy to the event. We’re looking forward to holding more events like this on a regular basis.”

The successful installation, outstanding support, and stunning display have motivated Brandon and his team to look for new ways to make use of their video wall.

“When the other displays were new and looking ok, we used to play loops of fun car content, so we’ll definitely start doing that again,” said Brandon. “With this easier-to-use system we’ll also be adding slideshows of things like employee birthdays or anniversaries, new model release hype, features on new customers, and after-hours promotional messages.”

Ultimately, the ViewSonic Direct View LED solution enables the Capistrano VW team to deliver dynamic, multipurpose content quickly and easily, thanks to the integrated management software. And with the brighter display, added Brandon, drivers on the freeway can now see their messages during the day, not just at night.

“After Avidex and ViewSonic got me the initial proposal so quickly, I knew I’d be happy working with them, and the product looked amazing,” said Brandon. “In fact, everything exceeded my expectations. Between ViewSonic and Avidex we feel more comfortable than ever that we’re working with good people that will be there for us if any issues arise.”

ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Displays Enhance Learning at Claretiano de Huancayo

CASE STUDY

ViewSonic® ViewBoard® Interactive Displays Enhance Learning at Claretiano de Huancayo

SCHOOL

Claretiano de Huancayo School, a leading educational institution in Peru, is the first in the region to achieve ISO 21001:2018 international certification, a testament to its exceptional educational quality. Guided by the Christian values of St. Anthony Mary Claret, the school cultivates well-rounded students, nurturing their academic, personal, and spiritual growth. Its curriculum empowers students to become competent, socially responsible citizens dedicated to national progress.

Embracing its motto, ‘Being Claretian means striving to be better every day,’ the school fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

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“The ViewBoard interactive displays have transformed our learning environment, enabling more dynamic and engaging teaching methods.”


— Brenda Bastidas, School Director

CHALLENGE

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  • Replace outdated projectors and whiteboards with low-maintenance, high-resolution interactive displays, eliminating visual quality and calibration issues

  • Provide comprehensive training to facilitate seamless adoption of new interactive technologies

  • Transform spaces into collaborative hubs for video conferencing and interactive learning experiences

  • Acquire high-resolution displays with advanced features and minimal maintenance requirements

  • Provide students with access to interactive content, enabling seamless integration with their tablets

  • Implement operating systems compatible with all educational tools

  • Enhance student learning and attention through interactive, immersive experiences

Previously, Claretiano de Huancayo School relied on interactive projectors and whiteboards. However, this technology proved costly due to frequent lamp replacements and diminishing brightness. Teachers also faced constant pointer calibration issues, even during lessons, and the projected image quality was subpar.

Following the pandemic, the school sought more effective solutions and chose ViewSonic® ViewBoard® interactive displays. While the initial investment was higher, these displays eliminated maintenance costs. This decision aligned with the school’s commitment to continuous improvement, as evidenced by their recent ISO 21001:2018 certification, which requires modernizing educational resources. The school aimed to foster interactive learning and engage students in a digital environment.

SOLUTION

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  • Deployed 23 ViewBoard IFP8650 interactive displays across key classrooms

  • Seamlessly connected the displays with existing school systems for efficient operation

  • Activated myViewBoard PRO licenses for all entity accounts, maximizing interactive capabilities

  • Provided comprehensive teacher training to ensure effective utilization of the new technology

The school thoroughly researched educational technology options to find the ideal solution, comparing features, costs, and benefits. ViewSonic was selected for its strong reputation in the education sector, high-quality products, and positive recommendations from other schools.

Through reseller Tecdata Peru, the school acquired 23 ViewSonic IFP8650 interactive displays, installing them in 5th and 6th grade classrooms.

“ViewSonic’s myViewBoard platform allows us to create dynamic and engaging lessons. We can easily import content and share lessons with students,” explains Brenda Bastidas, the school’s director.

ViewSonic provided top-quality equipment, expert technical support, and training, ensuring a seamless implementation. Their team was readily available to address any technical issues during installation.

The implementation involved several phases: physical installation, configuration and integration with existing school systems, and comprehensive training for teachers and technical staff.

“Managing the displays is straightforward. The school’s existing software was compatible, and teachers and students adapted quickly, finding the displays as intuitive as smartphones. Students interact with the screen effortlessly, and teachers can save lessons to the cloud or download them as PDFs for easy sharing,” says Manuel Fernández, the school’s subdirector.

RESULTS

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  • Students actively participate without fear of equipment damage
  • Streamlined IT resource management
  • Significant savings through energy-efficient technology
  • Alignment with ISO standards
  • Elevated satisfaction with the overall learning environment and a commitment to continuous improvement improvement

“This marks Claretiano de Huancayo School’s first experience with ViewSonic products, and it’s been a resounding success for both students and teachers,” said Fernández. “The ViewBoard interactive displays have transformed our learning environment, enabling more dynamic and engaging teaching methods.”

Students now actively use tablets in class, receiving educational materials in real time as teachers share content directly with them.

“There’s a noticeable difference in how students interact with the screen,” said Bastidas. “They’re no longer afraid to touch it. They confidently use their hands to complete exercises, which has made learning more engaging and enjoyable.”

The implementation successfully met the school’s objectives: enhancing the educational experience, boosting student engagement, and aligning with stringent quality standards. Furthermore, the school realized significant energy savings, improved IT resource management, and increased teacher productivity. ViewSonic’s technology has cultivated a more enriching and satisfying learning environment for everyone involved.

The ViewBoard interactive displays have proven to be an invaluable classroom addition. They resolve the issues of previous technologies and solidify the school’s investment in the future education of Claretiano de Huancayo’s students.

Uruguay Adventist Institute Equips 30 Classrooms with ViewSonic ViewBoard Interactive Displays

CASE STUDY

Uruguay Adventist Institute Equips 30 Classrooms with ViewSonic® ViewBoard® Interactive Displays

PROFILE

The Instituto Adventista del Uruguay (IAU), located in Progreso, Canelones, is a Christian educational institution with over seven decades of history. Offering education from elementary school to high school, IAU also provides a boarding school system that welcomes students from across South America, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Peru. Its dedication to quality education rooted in Biblical-Christian values has solidified its reputation in the region.

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“Since the incorporation of the ViewBoard interactive displays, classroom dynamics have changed not by 100%, but by 1,000%.”


— Carlos Caballero, IT Manager at the Instituto Adventista de Uruguay

CHALLENGE

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  • Modernize its 30 K-12 classrooms

IAU faced the need to upgrade its 30 classrooms, where teachers were still relying on projectors, traditional whiteboards, and markers for their lessons. While functional, this setup required instructors to bring their own laptops and equipment, complicating logistics and restricting pedagogical possibilities. Recognizing the urgency of modernization, the institute sought to implement a technological solution that would streamline teaching and provide students with a more modern, engaging learning experience.

SOLUTION

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  • 30 ViewBoard IFP6552 interactive displays

The IAU decided to replace traditional projectors and whiteboards with 30 ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP6552 65-inch interactive displays, complemented by the myViewBoard software solution. This change marked the start of a new era for the institution, where technology became a fundamental tool for teaching.

RESULTS

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  • Modernized classrooms allow each student to experience their lessons with more realistic and interactive situations

  • Teachers transformed their teaching methods by uploading their lesson plans to the cloud the day before. When they arrive in the classroom, they simply turn on the interactive display and start the lesson

  • It has become easier for teachers to present real-life examples of each topic covered

Since the implementation of the interactive displays, the impact on classroom dynamics has been remarkable. Classes that once relied on analog tools have become fully interactive and dynamic. Teachers can now upload their lesson plans to the cloud, easily access them from the displays, and present multimedia content that enhances student learning.

“Since the incorporation of the ViewBoard interactive displays, classroom work has changed not 100% but 1,000%,” said Carlos Caballero, IT Manager at IAU. He added: “We have been working with ViewSonic since 2007 when we purchased 30 projectors to equip each classroom. In August of last year, we didn’t hesitate to replace the projectors with interactive displays. We are so pleased with the quality of the brand that we chose to purchase ViewSonic products directly.

”Caballero further stated: “Not only did we incorporate the ViewBoard interactive displays and myViewBoard software, but all the monitors used in the institution, including those in our computer room, as well as the projectors for the auditoriums, are also from ViewSonic. This makes us a 100% ViewSonic institution.”

Strategic Marketing Firm Equips New Command Center with ViewSonic Displays to Enhance Creativity and Client Relationships

CASE STUDY

Strategic Marketing Firm Equips New Command Center with ViewSonic Displays to Enhance Creativity and Client Relationships

CUSTOMER

A leading Orange County, California Marketing and PR Firm, KCOMM delivers strategic marketing solutions including executive relationships, social media content, digital advertising, earned media and more, that engage their clients’ target audience, inspire action, and deliver ROI. Powered by some of the smartest and most impactful professionals in the business, KCOMM leverages engaging and insightful stories with high-level relationships across a dynamic spectrum of media.

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“The capital investment was minimal and the return has been extraordinary. Not just to our bottom line and income, but to our creativity and to feeling good in this space. The ViewSonic displays have been a big part of this; truly, ViewSonic has made my life better.”


— Sinan Kanatsiz, KCOMM CEO

CHALLENGE

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  • Create a state-of-the art workspace venue that uniquely drives creativity, inspiration, and relationships

For most businesses, change is the single constant, though its rate and volume vary. For professional service providers like KCOMM, the drumbeat of change is relentless, and never more rapid since AI became part of the equation.

“Professional services firms need to constantly innovate and reinvent themselves,” said KCOMM CEO, Sinan Kanatsiz. “Which is why I stay carefully attuned to changing environments. My goal is for our business to be constantly ahead of change instead of being a product of change.”

This mindset has served the company well across its 29 years in business, resulting in continuous growth in clients and revenue. Long before the pandemic drove many professionals to home offices, Kanatsiz supported the work-from-home lifestyle, in moderation.

“I’m all about workplace environment and the ways in which it can support efficiency and employee morale,” he said. “But as my friend Palmer Luckey says, how many billion-dollar companies are there with everyone working at home all the time?”

In their business, he added, getting together in person for creative work and comradery-building is critical. For these weekly activities, KCOMM used a beautiful, shared office space at the 400 Spectrum Center space in Irvine, CA.

Amid the pandemic-induced turmoil that had everyone thinking differently about workspace, Kanatsiz wondered: how can we get ahead of this sea-change?

SOLUTION

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  • ViewSonic ViewBoard IFP7550

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  • ViewSonic Mobile Cart VB-STND-009

Parallelling the success of his business, Kanatsiz’ family was expanding, and it was time to move on from their ocean-bluff dwelling in San Clemente, California. With his characteristic future-focused mindset, Kanatsiz envisioned a unique new use for his former home: the KCOMM Command Center.

“Not only would the Command Center be a state-of-the-art venue to drive creativity and inspiration during our weekly all-hands meetings,” he said. “It would be a unique space where technology and relationships come together in exciting new ways.”

The main floor would provide a formal, conference-style environment; a softseating area for more relaxed brainstorming, reflection, and connection; and a technology-rich office space for management and the CEO . The five downstairs bedrooms would accommodate clients with efficiency and style. The entire space would be filled with state-of-the-art technology, and was surrounded by the splendor of ocean and mountain views.

Familiar with ViewSonic through his longstanding business relationship with ViewSonic Americas President Jeff Volpe, Kanatsiz naturally turned to the company to assist with building out the facility’s display technology. Together, the companies’ AV teams created a seamless display workflow that included a 75-inch IFP7550 ViewSonic® ViewBoard® interactive display mounted on a VB-STND-009 mobile cart, with 65-inch IFP6562 ViewBoard displays in the executive office.

RESULTS

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  • Stunning environment and leading technology elevate efficiency and creativity

  • Combined high-end accommodations and tech-driven workspaces add value for clients, enhancing monetary and emotional ROI

  • Cart-mounted 75-inch ViewSonic ViewBoard provides crisp, clear digital workspace/ signage throughout the facility

  • myViewBoard® software delivers easy and diverse annotation capabilities

  • Quick connectivity enables fluid, efficient meetings with sharing by multiple participants

  • ViewSonic XX-inch displays provide seamless viewing in executive office

The KCOMM Command Center has become integral to the way the firm does business, serving as a unique resort-like work environment for both the KCOMM team and their clients. Part luxury VRBO, part business center, the space is delightfully illusive.

“People’s jaws drop when they walk in, that’s how stunning the environment is and how frictionless the technology works,” said Kanatsiz. “The technology is minimalistic and transparent, but when it’s needed, it’s ideal for supporting every need we’ve encountered.”

Surrounded by stunning natural views, the conference (formerly dining) room doubles as a food and beverage area. It is ideally suited for both informal conversations over meals and focused meetings, with easy-access to refreshments.

“It’s like a standard conference room, but with concierge like benefits,” said Kanatsiz. “We bring in food and beverage and roll in the ViewSonic ViewBoard. Everyone gets down to work, but they also feel a bit like they’re on vacation.”

The cart-mounted interactive display provides locational versatility and everything the firm needs to support meetings with crisp images, easy connectivity, and intuitive annotation capabilities. It has found its way into every area on the main floor, including the conference area, living room space and Kanatsiz’ office. In the entryway it greets clients with customized welcome messages.

“From financial statements to presentation slides and commercials, everything looks beautiful on it,” said Kanatsiz. “And the myViewBoard software has become a terrific addition to meetings. The value of the ViewSonic technology sneaks up on you. When we first got the ViewBoard, we loved it as a huge monitor for displaying content. Then we began discovering the benefits of the annotation tools and other features. It has a lot of hidden gems.”

KCOMM President of Operations Hall Roosevelt notes that, from an account coordinator perspective, the ViewBoard interactive display allows users to give presentations, annotate on them, and still have the ability to use other windows – all while sharing a screen.

“Our team meets in person every week to review accounts, discuss creative work and make plans for the week,” said Roosevelt. “Everyone presents and we are constantly jumping on and off the ViewBoard, which provides a fluid, collaborative environment.”

The easy and intuitive connectivity provided by the ViewBoard display had become one of the KCOMM team’s favorite features.

“Often, when we arrive at someone else’s office for a meeting it takes anywhere from five to fifteen minutes just to get a computer connected to a screen,” said Roosevelt. “With the ViewBoard it takes no more than 60 seconds.”

This efficiency has likewise impressed the firm’s clients. Roosevelt recalls one who asked whether they needed to install an application to share content to the display. The client, he said, was quite impressed with how simple and fast it was to connect to the screen.

“At a recent client meeting we had multiple presenters using their own laptops to present with, and two of them had never used a ViewBoard before,” Roosevelt further recalled. “The meeting and presentations were very natural and fluid, with seamless transition from one presenter to the other. This type of efficiency has an incredibly positive impact on client meetings.”

The value of the Command Center for KCOMM and its clients continues well beyond the effectiveness of the dining room space. After meeting around the conference table, clients and KCOMM teams alike gravitate toward the inviting living room for more casual conversation – or creative brainstorming – surrounded by breathtaking views.

The five luxurious bedrooms on the bottom floor of the property provide “boutique-like” accommodations, said Kanatsiz, with the high-end TVs and AV system sustaining the high-tech vibe of the upstairs spaces. Select clients are invited to use the property for a night or two before scheduled meetings, providing them with a hotel-alternative that seamlessly combines work and pleasure – and a much-needed sense of getting away from it all for clients with offices located far from the splendor of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ana mountains.

“We run everything from our phones – from the security system to the bedroom TVs – and clients check in using a QR code,” said Kanatsiz. “We created a single system using Google Home and ADT to provide a seamless experience. It’s as efficient and integrated as home tech gets.”

Along with providing an outstanding setting for board meetings, creative sessions, retreats, fundraisers, and more, Kanatsiz said he is literally thrilled to go to work in his Command Center office, formerly the home’s family room.

“I get behind my workstation and everything is breathtaking – from the natural views to the ergonomically perfect positioning of my three ViewSonic displays,” he said. “We’re in the news business, so I have one tuned to news 24/7. I use another for email, and the third display supports video calls and other communications. I wouldn’t change a thing.”

Not the least of the Command Center’s charms is its return on investment.

“The capital investment was minimal and the return has been extraordinary,” said Kanatsiz. “Not just to our bottom line and income, but to our creativity and to feeling good in this space. The ViewSonic displays have been a big part of this; truly, ViewSonic has made my life better.”

The firm’s clients invariably have similar reactions to this unique hybrid home-like workspace.

“Our clients truly enjoy the Command Center as well. They come here and don’t want to leave,” said Kanatsiz. “By being in this place, they’re getting something more out of their lives. It makes them want to work with us more. We have clients asking to come here – that tells me it’s working.”