Enhancing Maternity Unit Connectivity with Cisco Webex Room Bar

Challenge

For over a decade, the maternity units at Perth and Arbroath hospitals relied on legacy Cisco SX20 video systems to connect directly with the main maternity ward at Ninewells Hospital. These systems were a vital communication link in cases of neonatal complications, allowing immediate video consultation with specialists. But as technology advanced, it became clear the systems needed an upgrade to ensure continued reliability, clarity and speed of use during critical situations.

Solution

NuVideo deployed Cisco Webex Room Bars in each of the maternity units — providing a modern, high-performance video solution that’s easy to use and packed with intelligent features. Designed for simplicity, the Room Bar gives healthcare staff the ability to connect instantly to the Ninewells team with just a single tap.

These all-in-one devices offer exceptional image quality and audio pickup, ensuring that clinical staff on both sides can see and hear clearly — even in dynamic and high-pressure environments. The systems were configured to dial directly into the Ninewells maternity ward, minimising any delay during moments that count.

Outcome

The new setup provides crystal-clear communication, significantly improving the speed and quality of interactions between the community units and Ninewells. By replacing outdated SX20 units with Webex Room Bars, NHS Tayside now benefits from a more intuitive, responsive and dependable AV solution.

Why NuVideo?

As a trusted partner with over 20 years of experience delivering AV peace-of-mind, NuVideo brought technical confidence, hands-on support, and healthcare-aware sensitivity to every step of the process. The result is a seamless upgrade that helps staff focus on what matters most — patient care.