Investment in new equipment is supporting student recruitment – the better the kit available, the more attractive the course. Aside from boosting admission levels it helps prepare students for their future careers. Access to the latest high tech resources gives them crucial hands-on experience for entering the competitive media and broadcasting industry. Developing graduates’ competency and professionalism in handling the latest hardware is a core objective of many film and media production courses.

Now with the student intake cap off more enrolments are possible. Competition between institutions is increasing and universities are keen to ensure they’re investing in the best resources. Many are visiting the annual BVE media production and broadcasting show to conduct their research. It provides a great opportunity to see the latest developments in media equipment and technology with a view to making new purchases.

Universities can have greater confidence that they're making the right choices by understanding the projected return on investment (ROI) for new kit, particularly when it involves purchases of more specialised, big-ticket items. Usage of existing equipment is being scrutinised as part of the decision making and this is one reason why the connect2 solution from Lorensbergs is gaining in popularity...