March 2020 Archives

With the recent Coronavirus outbreak and recommendations to limit gathering sizes, churches are having to rethink how they conduct regular gatherings. With increasing uncertainty over whether churches may be able to gather at all, it is increasingly necessary to consider online video options. This guide aims to provide some practical considerations when thinking about video and live streaming options, along with advice on the technical aspects of online video production.

“Your kind of service is rare these days”

Nick, you were amazing on Saturday night at the Carols on the Colonnade!

Thank you for the generosity of your time and enthusiasm. As you know, I was very anxious as to the quality and experience of the guests. You allayed my concerns with your positive attitude and ‘all good’ approach.

Thank you, your kind of service is rare these days.

I so value what you contributed to our purchase of a Sound System and will look forward to working with you in the future.

Wendy McDermott, Tara Anglican School

“The kind of consultants you want in your corner”

Open Box Technology has done two things for Barneys. Firstly, they have stopped us from repeatedly making dumb, reactive - and, ultimately, costly - decisions, by helping us to develop a single vision for the integrated use of enabling technologies across ministries, without redundancy or false economies. Secondly, they have equipped Barneys volunteers to use our technology to the best of its capacity and rescued us when needed.

Open Box has a great passion for Christian organisations to be as effective as possible. They are practical about our financial realities. Open Box Technology is efficient, honest and hard-working: the kind of consultants you want in your corner.

Rev Mike Paget, Rector, St Barnabas Anglican Church Broadway

“Clear communication, integrity and honesty”

I have had the privilege of knowing Nick Utber (Open Box Technology, Owner) during the past couple of years. During this time, we have worked together on a number of projects in a range of situations. Nick has shown himself to be a very competent audio engineer across a variety of projects ranging from large outdoor events to small indoor gatherings. He is a good planner, wanting to ensure that all necessary equipment and personnel are in place in order to achieve a desired outcome.

In addition, I have observed Nick present several training courses. He is able to communicate clearly, understand the competence level of those in the group and answers questions to the satisfaction of the target group. On a personal level, I know Nick to be a person of integrity and honesty. I warmly commend Nick to anyone requiring expertise in the areas mentioned above.

Steve Williams, Crosstalk Technical Services

It’s a relationship

We really value our relationship OBT because it is just that—a relationship. They listen to our challenges and desires and help manufacture solutions that don't break the bank and can be implemented in a relatively short space of time.

Chris Booth - Assistant Minister, Guildford Anglican Church

What We’ve Done: Kirkplace Presbyterian

Guide to Livestreaming your Church Service