This semester has seen a greater return to pre-pandemic equipment lending activity in universities with a number of connect2 customers getting in touch as part of their preparations. Students are finding there’s more opportunity for hands-on tuition following the shift back to learning on campus. This is great to see, with students better able to master using video, audio and other studio equipment with in-person support.

New connect2 functionalities had been developed to support continuation of equipment use through the pandemic. They have enabled creative projects to continue as far as possible albeit with adjustments made where necessary. For example, during lockdown and campus closures larger kits may have been swapped out for lighter, more mobile options to support lone working, and to allow for postal delivery and returns in place of in-person collection.

Today, these developments in connect2 remain important as we all continue to navigate a safe path while covid remains a risk...