Articles by: Mike Brandes

What's New With Plug 'n' Play Conferencing

By Mike Brandes published 5 July 16

In case you’ve been living under a rock, computer-based videoconferencing is quickly on its way to overtaking traditional appliance-based telepresence solutions.

Three Big Trends to Look For at InfoComm 2016

By Mike Brandes published 3 June 16

Emerging Prospects at Enterprise Connect

By Mike Brandes published 23 March 16

Historically, Enterprise Connect (previously Voice Con) was a telecommunications, data, and eventually videoconferencing show primarily for the IT channel, but that has shifted.

4K: Are We There Yet?

By Mike Brandes published 14 September 15

Over the past few years, 4K/UHD has dominated the conversation and represented the edge of innovation for video switching and distribution manufacturers.

AV Down Under: A Report from Integrate

By Mike Brandes published 30 August 15

Microsoft's Surface Flub

By Mike Brandes published 27 July 15

Microsoft has a long way to go to even dip its toe in the pro AV marketplace.

The Shrinking World of AV

By Mike Brandes published 13 July 15

It used to be that audiovisual solutions were sold mostly into large spaces.Those days are quickly drawing to a close.

The Shrinking World of AV

By Mike Brandes published 13 July 15

It used to be that audiovisual solutions were sold mostly into large spaces.Those days are quickly drawing to a close.

The Shrinking World of AV

By Mike Brandes published 13 July 15

It used to be that audiovisual solutions were sold mostly into large spaces, like classrooms, training centers, and executive boardrooms. Those days are quickly drawing to a close.

InfoComm Day 1

By Mike Brandes published 17 June 15

The more things change, the more the important things stay the same.

InfoComm Themes: Evolution or Revolution?

By Mike Brandes published 10 June 15

Every year there seems to be a new grand and pervasive theme, which also tends to be the theme for several years thereafter.

Four Tips to Get the Most from InfoComm

By Mike Brandes published 4 June 15

Here are a few things, from my point of view, that can help you maximize your time at InfoComm and maximize the return on investment of your trip.

3 Ways to Rethink Support and Service as Sales

By Mike Brandes published 27 May 15

Invest in your people in support to maximize your sales. It’s not revolutionary, but it is important. Here are some low-cost ways to bolster sales through support.

On Company Growth: "But We've Never Done It That Way"

By Mike Brandes published 10 March 15

A company committed to growing cannot rely on the motto “but we’ve always done it that way.” Those just might be the seven most dangerous words an organization can utter.

It’s Time to Move Videoconferencing to the Cloud

By Mike Brandes published 22 October 14

Small But Significant: Are Huddle Rooms the Right Fit?

By Mike Brandes published 8 October 14

Over the past few years colleges, universities and corporations have adopted a more agile approach to meetings and working in groups.

5 Tips for AV Project Success

By Mike Brandes published 30 September 14

A Technology Manager’s Guide to Hedging Your Bets

By Mike Brandes published 23 September 14

All Eyes on 4K: A Special Report for Tech Managers

By Mike Brandes published 16 September 14

I remember the first time I saw a 4K display; I stood, mouth ajar, as I stared for what seemed like hours at stunning images on incredibly beautiful flat-panel displays.

Software-Based Collaboration for Cash Strapped Managers

By Mike Brandes published 28 August 14

3 Audiovisual Products for Collaboration and Flipped Classrooms

By Mike Brandes published 18 August 14

Here afew of the best products for real-world implementation of audiovisual solutions in the classroom.

3 Audiovisual Products for Collaboration and Flipped Classrooms

By Mike Brandes published 18 August 14

Find out why Crestron, AMX, and Extron made Mike Brandes’ cut as the best products for real-world implementation of audiovisual solutions in the classroom.