A Modern Hub for Innovation Requires Seamless Connectivity
The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at North Carolina State University’s College of Education is a national epicenter for education policy, research, and professional learning. Hosting hundreds of meetings annually with educators, policy makers, and tech innovators, the Institute needed a wireless collaboration solution that eliminated barriers and simplified AV setup across its multipurpose spaces.
To address these needs, the Friday Institute deployed the BenQ InstaShow WDC10—a plug-and-play wireless presentation system designed to make screen sharing simple, secure, and device-agnostic.
Scaling Up: From HDMI Cables to Hassle-Free Wireless Presentations
Led by Kenneth J. Ferguson, Director of Information Technology and Tech Programs, the Friday Institute transitioned from legacy HDMI setups and cumbersome wired AV systems to a flexible, user-friendly wireless solution. Today, 15 InstaShow systems support various event rooms, executive offices, and rolling AV carts.
Key Benefits Realized
- Plug-and-play simplicity: No drivers or apps required.
- Device compatibility: Supports HDMI, USB-C, and USB, enabling seamless sharing from MacBooks, Chromebooks, Windows laptops, iPads, and more.
- Rapid deployment: Users can connect and present in under 10 seconds—no network login or IT assistance needed.
“InstaShow makes it simple: no network logins and no tech hiccups. Simply plug in, wait a few seconds, press the button, and you’re presenting. We’ve built our whole collaboration model around it.”－Kenneth J. Ferguson, Dir. of Information Technology & Tech Programs
Consistency Across Every Presentation Space
Each InstaShow-equipped room at the Institute is designed to deliver a uniform AV experience. BenQ's wireless presentation solutions are integrated with:
- 95-inch interactive flat panels in newly renovated learning environments
- High-performance laser projectors for large events
- TVs from LG and other vendors (65–70 inches)
With up to 30 meetings daily in some rooms, InstaShow’s reliability and quick setup are crucial to productivity.
Future-Proofing Collaboration—On and Off Campus
Although originally deployed to support educational collaboration, Ferguson envisions broader use cases for InstaShow, including:
- Pop-up businesses like food trucks displaying dynamic digital menus
- Creative professionals such as artists live-streaming work
- Corporate AV environments seeking secure, device-agnostic sharing
“Anywhere people need to share content wirelessly, quickly, and securely—this fits.”－Ferguson added
Why BenQ InstaShow Outperforms Wireless Presentation Competitors
Unlike many wireless presentation systems that require apps, drivers, or internet access (like Barco ClickShare, Kramer VIA, or ScreenBeam), BenQ InstaShow offers:
- No software installation
- Network-free operation
- Enterprise-grade security (WPA2, AES 128-bit)
- Cost-effective scalability for education, enterprise, and government sectors
These differentiators make InstaShow a top wireless presentation system choice for U.S. and Canadian institutions seeking a reliable, BYOD-friendly collaboration tool.
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