Once more unto the DLR dear friends, once more!
It’s that time again when tens of thousands of us educational geeks descend upon London’s Excel to peruse the latest and greatest in the world of educational IT.
This year promises to be slightly different with the show now taking up two halls with one, the north hall (where BETT usually resides) containing the Learning Tech, Teaching Tech, Management Solutions and Education areas and the south hall hosting the Equipment and Hardware and Global (International) zones.
We shall be located in the south hall with ICT Direct on stand SD40 which, and not before time, have a much reduced walk to the stand each day 😊
So come and visit us for some freebies )and in conjunction with ICT Direct, we have a great set of collectables this year!), our usual lanyards and yearly themed pin badge.
A big shout out will go to the first one to guess the theme*.
On top of that, we shall also be feeding you all once more with our daily lunchtime pizza delivery and providing you with a nice sofa and seating so you can rest your weary legs.
For more details on pizza timings each day, keep an eye on our Twitter feed and we shall let you all know when they are due to arrive.
If that wasn’t enough, we shall be holding a raffle where you can enter once a day with some great prizes including:
- Headphones (gaming/noise cancelling etc. - your choice)
- 1TB SSD (SATA or NVMe)
- Gaming mouse
- £50 Amazon voucher
All you have to do is come to the stand and register for the draw 😊
There may even be a prize for those of you that couldn’t attend! Watch our twitter for information when BETT starts!
As usual, a lot of our sponsors will be exhibiting at the show and we have included their details and stand numbers (as well as which hall they are in).
So please pop by to see them and say ‘Hi’ and some of them have announced competitions in our BETT forum here if you fancy winning some nice prizes: http://www.edugeek.net/forums/bett-2020/
ICT Direct: Stand SD40 (South Hall)
ICT Direct are the UK’s leading supplier of Refurbished Computer Hardware.
With thousands of satisfied customers across the UK, we offer low-cost, reliable, high-end hardware solutions that will boost the IT provision in your school whilst saving you 80% of the cost of equivalent new hardware.
Refurbished IT is a greener option than buying a new machine and each PC, laptop, server or monitor keeps hardware from going to landfill whilst reducing the carbon impact to the environment by purchasing a brand new alternative.
We have also teamed up with Netsupport & Loxit to offer BETT attendees the chance to win some excellent prizes!
To enter you'll need to visit each stand and collect a sticker. Each sticker makes up a part of your very own superhero. Collect all the parts and get an entry form from the first stand you visit. Hand the completed entry in to Stand SD40 and get your badge scanned to be in with a shot.
This year we are once again partnering with EduGeek.net, the IT professional’s lifeline. Come see us for a chat about what we can do to help you.
VeryPC: Stand SM11 (South Hall)
VeryPC are thrilled to be exhibiting at Bett for the first time ever. We’re over on Stand SM11 (just opposite the Lenovo stand) where we’ll be showcasing our own range of configure to order laptops, desktops, All-in-One PCs and digital signage players.
We’ll be on hand to discuss our managed support services, our custom branding options and so much more. And yes, don’t worry. You’ll be able to get your hands on the latest and greatest pair of VeryPC socks, exclusive for Bett 2020!
We’re also running our biggest competition prize EVER. Simply visit us on the stand to enter and you could be in with a chance of winning a custom-built Gaming PC worth over £2,500.
We’re looking forward to putting names to faces, catching up with our old friends and if we’ve not met you before, then this is the perfect opportunity! After years of visiting, we’re thrilled to be exhibiting to such a large audience – see you there!
Staff members on the stand are:
- Andrew Hopton – Managing Director
- Tom Burkinshaw – Sales Director
- Ross Robinson – Audio Visual Specialist
- Colin McCarthy – Client Relations Manager
- Lewis Cotterill – Client Relations Manager
NetSupport: Stand NL44 (North Hall)
At Bett 2020, the NetSupport team will be on stand NL44, showcasing our complete solution that includes IT Asset Management features (to help network managers effectively manage their entire IT estate from one central point and gain a real-time overview of IT activity); Classroom Management and Instruction tools (to help teachers leverage the full value of technology-enhanced learning), and a Safeguarding toolkit (to help safeguarding leads maintain a safe learning environment).
In addition, a bundle of new features will be launching to help support student and teacher wellbeing, plus tools to help schools maximise their edtech investment while identifying efficiency savings. To see a demonstration of the new features, pop by stand NL44.
NetSupport will also be joined by a range of industry experts who will be covering a selection of edtech topics in the Speaker Zone. Technicians, teachers and safeguarding staff can also meet our special guests, including the ICT Evangelist, GoBubble and the ANME.
NetSupport Radio (the official broadcaster of Bett 2020) is back once again and hosted by Russell Prue. Listen live every day at 3pm via the app, or get involved using #NetSupportRadio.
Meet the team at the show or message them on EduGeek: @Matt_NetSupport, @Emma_NetSupport, @Samantha_NetSupport, @Katie_NetSupport, @Al_NetSupport and they will be happy to help. Alternatively, contact the office on 01778 382270 or email [email protected]
Net-Ctrl: Stand NN73 (North Hall)
At BETT 2020 our key focusses are lockdown alert solutions, integrated access control technology and wired/wireless solutions.
Lockdown: We will be showcasing a selection of wireless, IP and wired lockdown solutions that ensure your staff and students are alerted of any potential threat situation, and to comply with some of the latest safety standards.
Access Control: At Net-Ctrl our focus with access control has been on integration and we have been working with some select manufacturers in order to achieve this. We will be demonstrating the integration between access control, intruder alarms, fire detection, wireless door handles, IP speaker solutions, and also IP-CCTV.
Networking: We also have Ruckus on our stand. Ruckus is leading the way in wired and wireless technology to keep your users connected even in the most challenging environments. Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi and wired technology redefine what’s possible in network performance with flexibility, reliability and affordability.
Partners on our stand at BETT 2020:
- Bodet: Integrated Bell, Class Change, PA and Lockdown Alert Systems
- CEM: Powerful Access Control and Integrated Security Management Systems with Fire Detection and Intruder Solutions
- Exacq: IP Camera Servers, Hybrid Video Records and Video Management Solution
- FireClass: Integrated fire alarm and detection solutions, with public address options
- Illustra: Adaptable and Flexible IP cameras including PTZ solutions
- Mobotix: High-Resolution IP-CCTV Camera and Video Door Entry Systems
- Netgenium: IP PoE Intelligent Audio and Lockdown Solutions
- NEXUS: Rapidly Deployable, Battery Powered and RF-based, School Lockdown Solutions
- Ruckus: Smart Wired and Wireless Solutions
Stone Computers: Stand SR41 (South Hall)
I.T’s a jungle out there and the world is evolving faster than ever. As technology is becoming increasingly integral, it’s crucial that children and young people have access to the IT that enables them to succeed within education.
Our experience in delivering IT and AV solutions to the education sector for almost 30 years, teamed with our partnerships with global IT brands such as Microsoft, Dynabook, HP, Cisco Meraki, HPe, VMware, CTouch, Acer and Smoothwall means we can assist you with a vast range of solutions.
Join us on stand SR41 at this year's Bett show 2020. See how we can transform your classroom, inspire students and engage classrooms with learning tools that enable a smarter education environment.
What can you expect from Stone at stand SR41?
- Leading IT and AV solutions, knowledge and support
- Configurable affordable Windows 10 Devices, suitable for all learners
- Exclusive offers and training opportunities
- Lesson demos using Microsoft 365
- Our expert who can help develop immersive environments
- Our SOS licensing surgery for advice on any licensing queries you have
- Advice on 1:1 schemes & trade-in programmes
- FREE teaching materials to help you use IT and AV solutions as an effective teaching and learning tool
Emma Rolfe
Head of Software Sales
01785 786 739
Thom Parsons
Devices Product Manager
01785 786 734
Mark Whitfield
Head of Schools & Local Authorities
01785 786 796
Schools Broadband: Stand NN21 (North Hall)
Bringing World-leading, cloud-hosted technology to schools and MATs of all sizes.
Come and say hi to our friendly team at Stand NN21 to discuss your school or MATS requirements. Learn more about our broadband, filtering, security and phone services designed especially for schools and MATS.
Over 1500 schools and MATs across the UK trust us to keep over 500,000 of their students safe. We believe it’s because we bring schools the most advanced and reliable service at the best price possible.
Here are some of the other benefits the Schools Broadband cloud-hosted service provides:
- Fully Managed - Have your firewalls & filters managed for you - or retain full visibility & control yourself
- Reliable - We include a fully automatic Anti DDoS Protection System to deliver extra robust network protection. Our service is now one of the most advanced and reliable in the industry.
- Compliant - Have confidence in a service that ensures your school meets the DfE's Web Filtering Prevent Duty requirements.
- Ultrafast Speeds - Fibre options from 100 Mbps to 10 Gbps (That's Fast to Ultrafast!)
For further information about any of our services, simply call us: 01133 222 333 or visit our website: www.schoolsbroadband.co.uk
Exa Education
Exa Education has provided award-winning internet solutions to schools since 2003. Delivering products including ExaVoice our VoIP solution, industry leading Content Filtering and future-proof, Gigabit connectivity, we specialise in bespoke solutions, perfect for any school’s increasing digital needs.
Because we run our own network, we can ensure that every connection we supply is uncongested, constantly delivering the speed we promise. We understand that every school is different, so we discuss with you your specific needs and future plans before we advise the best possible solutions available.
SurfProtect Quantum provides incredible content filtering control. From Active Directory integration and secure site filtering, to user reporting and control of mobile applications (such as Skype and Twitter), schools can customise their filtering policy, and authorise who can access what.
Our not-for-profit arm, exa.foundation, was created out of our passion to tackle the tech skills gap we have in the UK. Our events are a mix of teacher CPD, family and student events. These are never held for financial gain but because Exa genuinely care about our teachers, future generations and economy.
Learn how Exa can help your teachers do their best, stop by at BETT on stand NM31
Smoothwall: Stand NQ42 (North Hall)
The most powerful web filter in UK education just got even better…
Smoothwall are excited to be showcasing the brand new Smoothwall Filter on stand NQ42!
Smoothwall Filter now comes with a totally revised UI and blistering reporting from the Cloud, no matter the scale. And our deployment options include on-premise and Cloud, as well as Hybrid - meaning on-premise customers can still benefit from cloud capabilities - such as offsite device filtering - without losing their hardware.
If you want the only true real-time content aware web filter with no compromises, you just got it.
But don't take our word for it. Come over to stand NQ42 for a demo today.
Pick up some exclusive Smoothwall swag
This year at Bett we’re giving away more freebies than ever before! Visit us on stand NQ42 to pick up your free Smoothwall goodie bag that includes 3 unique pin-badges, a sheet of 11 stickers plus exclusive pricing offers. It’s not to be missed!
Impero: Stand NN50 (North Hall)
Impero helps educational establishments worldwide support digital learning, wellbeing and student safety. Supporting Chrome, Windows, Mac and iOS devices, Impero Education Pro offers a consolidated solution for classroom management, network management and online safety, designed to empower teachers, support IT teams and protect students. Aligned key legislation from the Department for Education and Independent School Inspectorate requirements, Impero creates a safe, engaging and efficient digital learning environment for schools. Combined with Impero EdAware, our digital safeguarding solution, Impero is the only provider to offer a holistic approach to safeguarding. Through bridging online and offline concerns and generating a full picture of a student’s wellbeing, schools can flag early warning signs, enable information intervention and ultimately keep students safe.
Impero will be transporting members out of the ExCel into an oasis of calm at the ‘Impero Wellbeing Spa’ on stand NN50. Members visiting the stand will be able to pick up lots of refreshments, treats and even a massage if they have time! Stand NN50 is not to be missed!
Contact details: Justin Reilly (CEO), Nikki Annison (COO), James Inman (Director of Product Strategy), Jamie Southerington (Head of UK Sales), Philip Crilly (Head of Technical Support).
SchoolCloud: Stand NL12 (North Hall)
Over 4,000 schools use the best-in-class SchoolCloud Parents Evening and SchoolCloud Room Booking. New for 2020 is SchoolCloud Events to manage clubs, trips, plays and activities, accept payments and take attendance registers. Our products integrate with your School Management System and have various Single Sign-On options including ADFS SAML. Visit us on stand NL12 to see a live demo and arrange a free trial.
BenQ: Stand SP20 (South Hall)
Returning to Bett with a new stand location in the south hall, BenQ will be exhibiting its feature-rich education technology portfolio which includes interactive flat panel displays, projectors and collaboration devices, as well as the Google Jamboard on stand SP20.
World-renowned for its educational technology solutions, BenQ will take visitors through a series of solutions specifically created for primary schools, secondary schools and HE institutions.
Demonstrating the ease-of-use and intuitive interface of its products, visitors can experience first-hand how BenQ’s technology is being used to increase in-class engagement, as well as learn how to build synergy between products and across different locations.
An added bonus for any institution looking to incorporate technology is BenQ’s exclusive software. Integrated into the units, BenQ offers a range of programmes to help with lesson plans, provide access to cloud-based services and interoperability between different operating systems. Downloadable apps for mobile devices will showcase its ability to extend the technology usage for remote users. IT managers will also be given insight into BenQ’s DMS system for remote maintenance and servicing.
In addition, BenQ is partnering with Integrex to create an immersive space through the use of projection. The experience is designed to inspire visitors with new ways to further enhance educational environments.
BenQ is offering free training, worth £500, to Bett visitors who install 10 or more of its interactive flat panels before the 29th April 2020. Visit BenQ at stand SP20 to find out more.
iTS (PaperCut): Stand NQ56 (North Hall)
Visit us on stand NQ56 where we will be demonstrating our computer booking (MyPC) and resource booking (R&R) solutions together with the leading print/copy/scan solution PaperCut. We will also be showing how the cloud-based web filter, Securly, safeguards your students and how LanSchool can manage your student learning.
LanSchool: Stand SL20 and NQ56 (South + North Hall)
Visit us at Lenovo SL20 or stand NQ56 for a demo of LanSchool’s global and award-winning Classroom Management software. LanSchool has been placing technology in the hands of educators for 30+ years. Available for FREE for 1 year on each Lenovo device purchased.
Securly: Stand NQ41 (North Hall)
Securly offer student safeguarding solutions which use leading AI technology, alongside unique sentiment analysis to determine risks of cyberbullying, self-harm and suicide. We can demonstrate how Securly are leading the way in safeguarding on our stand and also have some great giveaways, so don’t miss out!
On stand we have Marc, Calum, Olivia, Tom and Anders (Sales), Craig (Snr Engineer), Chris (Tech Manager) and Rebecca (Student Safety Analyst) so we can answer any questions you may have.
*Clue: It’s just been the 30th anniversary of an excellent band.
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