Articles by: Megan A. Dutta

Megan A. Dutta is a pro AV industry journalist, and the former content director for Systems Contractor News (SCN) and Digital Signage Magazine, both Future U.S. publications. Dutta previously served as the marketing communications manager at Peerless-AV, where she led the company’s marketing and communications department. Dutta is the recipient of AVIXA's 2017 Young AV Professional Award and Women in Consumer Technology's 2018 Woman to Watch Award. Dutta is co-founder of Women of Digital Signage, an organization designed to provide a pathway to promote networking, mentoring, and personal growth.

Articles by: Megan A. Dutta

Planning Your In-Person InfoComm 2021 Experience

By Megan A. Dutta published 13 September 21

AV professionals share thoughts about returning in person to InfoComm 2021.

Yamaha UC’s Meghan Kennelly Discusses Remote Work and AV

By Megan A. Dutta published 10 September 21

Yamaha Unified Communications’ Meghan Kennelly talks about how the right AV technology empowers remote collaboration.

Dorothy Shoes on Yellow Brick Road Walking to the Emerald City of Oz

No Place Like Home

By Megan A. Dutta published 17 August 21

Megan A. Dutta sends her farewell wishes to the readers of SCN as she moves onto her next adventure.

TV cabinet and display with wood flooring and pastel green wall

CEDIA Expo 2021 Preview

By Megan A. Dutta published 2 August 21

CEDIA Expo 2021 exhibitors gave SCN a preview of the resimercial products they'll be showing on the show floor.

D&H's Peter Hurley on Driving New Opportunities in Pro AV

By Megan A. Dutta published 30 July 21

D&H’s Peter Hurley talks about driving new opportunities in pro AV through collaboration and connection.

The Healing Power of Sound

By Megan A. Dutta published 28 July 21

On her recent no-work vacation, Megan A. Dutta treated herself to a "sound bath" at the Integratron in the California desert.

Pearl Technology Hosts 2021 Showcase

By Megan A. Dutta published 20 July 21

On July 19, over 200 AV professionals gathered at the Peoria Riverfront Museum for the First Annual Pearl Technology Showcase

The Latest Racks and Mounts for Pro AV

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 13 July 21

Choosing the right mount or rack, and from the right manufacturer, is critical to a successful installation. SCN takes a look at some of the latest offerings.

Performance Projection

By Megan A. Dutta published 7 July 21

Epson’s director of product management for commercial displays Mark Roslon discusses the power of projection in post-pandemic times.

What Does the Future Hold?

By Megan A. Dutta published 1 July 21

Megan A. Dutta discusses the psychology behind predicting the future.

AV Chicago designed the Studio at Chop Shop to create high-quality virtual and hybrid event productions.

Chopping It Up

By Megan A. Dutta published 30 June 21

AV Chicago, recognizing the industry’s changing expectations with regard to streaming, teamed up with Chop Shop to create a state-of-the-art, broadcast-quality production studio.

Paradigm Shift

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 21 June 21

Rob Goldberg of Panasonic discusses post-pandemic reinvention for the AV industry.

Immersive audio at Las Vegas' AREA15 is enabled by Meyer Sound Spacemap Go

The Power of Immersive Audio

By Megan A. Dutta published 18 June 21

Immersive audio is not a new concept, but it’s becoming more popular with the pro AV community. What do you need to know about modeling sound to create more immersive, engaging experiences for audiences?

Turning Ideas into Reality

By Megan A. Dutta published 15 June 21

22Miles’ Tomer Mann talks turning ideas into realities, and says there's always room to grow.

InfoComm 2021 Details Health and Safety Precautions

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 28 May 21

AVIXA's Rochelle Richardson discusses the planned health and safety precautions the organization has put in place for InfoComm 2021.

John Greene, VP Sales & Marketing, Advanced AV

John Greene Dies at Age 63

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 19 May 21

John Greene, SCN Hall of Famer and sales director at New Era Technology U.S., has died.

Manufacturer's Showroom Showcase

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 10 June 21

AVNetwork spoke with key manufacturers to get the inside scoop on their pro AV showrooms.

Hive Mentality

By Megan A. Dutta published 26 April 21

Hal Truax of Hall Technologies explains how the company is evolving and creating new technologies like HIVE control.

The Nine 2021: Leaders of Tomorrow, Today

By Megan A. Dutta last updated 6 May 21

Each year in May, the SCN team is proud to highlight young innovators with SCN: The Nine. Read on to learn more about the 2021 class of SCN: The Nine.