Introduction: The Overused Term “Institution-Grade” Every vendor claims their tool is “institution-grade.” It’s become a marketing phrase with no fixed meaning. It sounds professional. It suggests enterprise quality. But when you ask what it actually means, answers vary wildly. Some vendors mean: “It’s not consumer software—we have customer support.” Others mean: “We have encryption and… Continue reading What “Institution-Grade” Really Means for Online Class Infrastructure
Introduction: Why “It Works” Is Not Enough “We’ve been using it for a year with no problems.” Institutions say this about consumer video tools all the time. And it’s true. Until it isn’t. The problem with consumer tools in education isn’t that they fail immediately. It’s that they fail invisibly—until the moment they fail catastrophically.… Continue reading The Hidden Risks of Using Consumer Video Tools in Education
Introduction: The Myth of Technical Failure When online classes fail, the first diagnosis is usually the same: “The platform isn’t good enough.” Leadership calls a meeting. Someone suggests switching platforms. IT evaluates three vendors. A budget is requested. Eighteen months later, a new platform launches. Classes are better for a few months. Then, the same… Continue reading Why Most Online Class Failures Are Operational — Not Technical
Introduction: Why Continuity Is the Real Risk Academic continuity is not a luxury. It’s the operational promise institutions make to students, families, and governing bodies. When you enrol a student, you’re committing to: classes will run as scheduled, assessment will happen on time, progression will follow the published calendar, and nothing will unexpectedly break the… Continue reading Academic Continuity Planning: What Can Go Wrong in Live Online Classes
Introduction: The Fear That Stops Institutions When a registrar hears “we should add online classes,” the first thought isn’t usually excitement about innovation. It’s anxiety. The anxiety sounds like this: What if it breaks our schedule? What if instructors opt out? What if exams need to be rescheduled? What if students can’t join? What if… Continue reading How Institutions Can Run Online Classes Without Disrupting Academic Terms
The answer is simple: Zoom’s pricing model is designed like a mousetrap. The cheese (free basic tier) draws you in. Then you discover you need more—better features, larger meetings, integration tools. Suddenly you’re paying more than you expected. This guide reveals exactly where those hidden costs hide and shows you seven proven strategies to cut… Continue reading The Hidden Costs of Zoom for Schools
FERPA (the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) protects student educational records with the force of federal law. But here’s what most school administrators don’t realize: FERPA compliance doesn’t automatically come with your video conferencing platform. You have to build it in. This comprehensive guide breaks down FERPA requirements in plain language, shows you the… Continue reading FERPA-Compliant Video Conferencing: What Schools Must Know
Introduction Zoom alternatives for schools are becoming essential as education leaders quietly abandon Zoom — not because it failed, but because schools have outgrown it. Across districts nationwide, IT heads are discovering that the platform that saved remote learning in 2020 no longer fits the operational, financial, and compliance demands of 2026. The shift isn’t… Continue reading Zoom Alternatives for Schools (2026): Why Districts Are Switching
Introduction A senior partner at a law firm called me last month, his voice tight with stress. “We just discovered,” he said, “that recordings of our client strategy sessions from the past six months were accessible to anyone with the meeting link. Anyone. For six months.” The breach happened because someone shared a meeting link… Continue reading How to Prevent Data Breaches in Online Meetings: Your Complete Security Guide
Whether it’s sharing personal moments with friends or showcasing expertise in a professional setting, live streaming offers a dynamic platform for interaction and collaboration. Recognizing the immense potential of this technology, Convay introduces its latest feature – Live Social Media Streaming – designed to empower users, both personal and professional, to extend their reach, foster… Continue reading How Convay’s Live Social Media Streaming Transforms Personal and Professional Engagements
