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Lost in the Noise? How the Cocktail Party Effect Sabotages Your Tours
You’re leading a group of visitors through your manufacturing facility. The machines are humming, forklifts are beeping, and you’re trying to explain a critical part of your process. You can tell they’re not catching everything. Some people tilt their heads, some nod politely, and others look lost. Have you ever experienced this? Usually, our brains […]
Clarity Without Compromise: Mastering ADA Compliant Assistive Listening Devices
“Without assistive listening devices or captioning, movies and theater were frustrating and certainly not entertaining. My husband and I stopped attending such events.” This powerful reflection comes from Donna Sorkin, Executive Director of the American Cochlear Implant Alliance. It’s a critical reminder for public venues that accessibility is not just about legal text; it’s about […]
Why Rent Two-Way Communications Systems?
In the fast-paced world we live in, communication is key, especially for organizations and businesses that rely on interactive audio experiences. Quality two-way communications systems solve the need for seamless and adaptable solutions, but the traditional model of purchasing these devices may not be suitable for everyone. A great alternative is to rent systems instead. […]
Breaking the Boundaries of Hearing Impairment During Tours
Museums are largely thought of as a visual experience; however, there are significant auditory barriers to a fulfilling experience for hard of hearing (HoH) visitors, especially during tours. Approximately 1 in 7 Americans have some degree of hearing loss. Among this population, 25% use hearing aids, yet still benefit from additional assistance to help them […]
Taking Command at the Trade Show
Imagine a business presentation located on the side of a highway with diesel trucks rushing past. The presenter projects his voice, but the audience cannot hear him over the roar of the traffic. This isn’t far from the truth for the 11.5 million business professionals who present at and attend trade shows every year in […]
Overcoming Language Barriers: Two-Way Communication for Language Interpretation
An increasing number of people across the United States speak a primary language other than English. Many of those people, especially within the growing immigrant population, have Limited English Proficiency which affects their ability to understand spoken English and communicate. More than 66 million US residents speak a language other than English at home and […]
Transforming Tours with Two-Way Audio Clarity
“No more huddling together and speaking in hushed tones, or yelling to be heard over the noise of the traffic.” – Joan Hill, Founder, Artful Journeys Joan Hill has been an entrepreneur her whole life – with stints as a medical researcher, leatherworker, and most recently, owner of a small bookkeeping business. She’s also a […]
Why Hearing Assistive Technology in the Classroom Earns High Marks
Any school teacher, administrator, or staff member can tell you that schools are noisy. Even in the classroom during a “quiet” lesson, you’ve got the hum of the HVAC, hallway chatter, playground screams, shifting chairs, and the symphony of page flipping and pencil tapping. While that may not seem “loud” for people with good hearing, for […]
Two-Way Communication System Improves Attorney-Client Communication
“As long as we are enforcing mask wearing and social distancing, these two-way communications systems are going to be essential.” Norm Dawson, Supervising Public Defender, Sacramento County – Public Defender’s Office COVID-19 has been a game-changer for everyone, with far-reaching effects on how we learn, how we socialize and particularly, how we work. The new […]