The changed meeting culture
Hybrid working is the new standard. Teams divide their time between the office and home workspace but want the same meeting experience everywhere. This calls for meeting rooms that are not only reliable but also intuitive to use. Many companies still work with separate components: separate cameras, poor microphones, or complicated software.
To make meetings feel natural again, there is a growing need for integrated systems that combine image, sound, and control. Brands like Jabra and Huddly cleverly respond to this by bundling their technology into one solution for professional video conferencing.
One integrated system, less frustration
Where companies previously had to combine different devices, they are now looking for one scalable solution for all their spaces – without extra cabling or technical configuration. Recent collaborations in the market – for example, between Jabra and Huddly – illustrate what that convenience looks like: an integrated approach reduces loose components and accelerates deployment.
Jabra provides audio and video solutions for small and medium-sized spaces, while Huddly specializes in AI-driven multi-camera setups for larger spaces with its Crew™ technology. Together, they offer a plug-and-play ecosystem that is compatible with Android, Windows, and BYOD environments –ideal for organizations striving for professional video conferencing without complex management. Similar integrated room solutions also exist from other providers; the core is that audio, video, management, and security function as one whole.
The result: a complete system in which camera, microphone, speaker, and software automatically complement each other. The joint solution explicitly targets Android meeting rooms, while maintaining compatibility for Windows and BYOD scenarios, so you are not stuck with one platform choice.
Under the hood, the ecosystem leans on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), ensuring management, updates, and security at the enterprise level. The integration is rolled out in phases; those who design and set up now can easily scale the environment once the full connections are available.
Case study: read the official announcement of the Jabra – Huddly collaboration here
Smart technology in practice
The strength of this collaboration lies in the combination of hardware and AI, which together form the basis for professional video conferencing with natural, effortless interaction and stable sound:
- The Huddly Crew™ uses multiple cameras that automatically follow the speaker with artificial intelligence and adjust the image in real-time.
- The Huddly Crew™ acts as an AI director that live switches between close-ups, overviews, and reaction shots, maintaining the dynamics of a real meeting setting.
- The audio from Jabra ensures clear sound, regardless of the size of the room; with echo cancellation, AI noise suppression, and expandable microphones, every detail remains audible, even in U-shaped setups or boardrooms
- The systems are MDEP certified (Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform), ensuring extra security and reliability.
- In larger spaces, multi-camera prevents speakers from appearing "far away"; the framing remains automatically at eye level and context – without manual presets.
This integration prevents technical obstacles: no more disconnected cameras, no delays in image or sound – just a smoothly running meeting. Whether you choose one camera with a wide field of view or a multi-camera setup: always assess based on certification (Teams/Zoom/Meet), remote management, and security model.
The right equipment for every meeting room
Not every meeting room requires the same solution. It pays to tailor the setup to the space:
- Small rooms: a single Jabra PanaCast camera combined with a Speak speakerphone suffices for clear communication and professional video conferencing on a small scale.
- Medium-sized rooms: dual camera setup with expandable microphones for more coverage.
- Large rooms: multi-camera setup with Huddly Crew and Jabra Android solution for professional image and audio coverage.
- In large rooms, plan the camera positions at intersections of sightlines and ensure even lighting; this way, the AI framing works optimally and prevents silhouettes.
- With multi-camera, a short calibration round is useful: let a speaker take several positions so the system "learns" the space and the switches go smoothly.
- More and more room solutions support cross-platform participation (e.g., joining another service from a Teams room), which increases the usability of your meeting rooms.
- An all-in-one video soundbar with camera is compact and quick to set up and is suitable for small to medium-sized rooms.
A modular set consists of separate cameras and loose microphones and speakers and is ideal for medium to large rooms.
A multi-camera setup with AI director is designed for large spaces, offers the best framing and engagement, but has slightly higher complexity and requires a bit more coordination and management.
Choose primarily based on room size, acoustics, management preferences, and platform certification, not brand name. With this scalable setup, companies can expand step by step, without having to invest in new systems each time.
Collaboration in the office: technology that enhances teamwork
A good meeting room is not just about technology, but about collaboration. By using AI-driven image framing and real-time speech detection, hybrid participants feel more involved – as if they are actually present in the room.
Also practically speaking, plug-and-play installation makes it easier to share spaces: colleagues can easily log in with their own device, without extra configuration or IT support.
The collaboration between Jabra and Huddly shows how technology enhances the human side of collaboration – by removing friction and bringing teams closer together.
With AI framing, remote participation feels more equal: participants see who is speaking and the reactions in the room, which increases engagement.
Automatic minutes and summaries from the meeting software align with the hardware setup; action points land faster with the right teams.
Want to know more about sustainable team agreements in a hybrid setting? Discover the toolkit for more inclusive hybrid working.
Total cost & lock-in in 1 minute
Pay attention to these three purchasing criteria before you decide:
- Total cost of ownership (TCO): add up hardware, installation, licenses/room software, and management hours.
- Lock-in and interoperability: check if meeting rooms can participate cross-platform and how easily you can switch platforms or providers later.
- Lifecycle: ask about firmware roadmap, parts availability, and replacement policy.
Implementation & management
- Start with a pilot room and establish a room template (small/medium/large) for quick deployment.
- Ensure governance & GDPR: document which meetings are recorded and where data is stored.
- Plan an update cadence (firmware/room apps) and monitor device status centrally.
Collaborate smarter with professional video conferencing
Whether you have a small office or a meeting center with multiple rooms: with the right equipment, you make video conferencing more intuitive, secure, and productive. By combining audio, video, and AI into one ecosystem, collaboration becomes natural again.
The collaboration between Jabra and Huddly marks a new phase in office communication, where technology is no longer an obstacle but a silent force behind every successful meeting. If you now choose a scalable, manageable ecosystem (Android or Windows) with AI functionality, you can easily continue to develop in 2026 – without having to reinvent your setup.
