What’s Next for Streaming? By Rachael Harris published 9 June 21 During the pandemic, streaming services kept businesses running, friends connected and entertainment rolling out to fans. Now that streaming has become indispensable, what else can it do?
The Latest in Outdoor AV Solutions By Megan A. Dutta last updated 8 April 21 With a growing demand for outdoor AV spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, what are the key factors and products integrators need to know about right now?
Privacy and Digital Signage By Carolyn Heinze last updated 22 March 21 With AI and data analytics at the heart of today’s digital signage platforms, maintaining consumer and visitor privacy is becoming an increasingly important issue.
2021 Begins with Slow Growth, According to AVIXA Report By AVNetwork Staff last updated 9 March 21 In the latest Pro AV Business Index, January’s AV Sales Index (AVI-S) shows a drop of 5 points from the prior month, to 52.0, reflecting a slower start to the year.
Industry Pauses to Survey the Situation: AVIXA Impact Survey By AVNetwork Staff last updated 8 March 21 In this past week’s Impact Survey from AVIXA, the organization shares the state of business for industry professionals—some of whom have reported a return of work.
Challenges Rise as Revenues Continue to Fall: AVIXA Impact Survey By AVNetwork Staff last updated 8 March 21 In this past week’s Impact Survey from AVIXA, the organization shares the degree to which industry pros are experiencing reductions in revenue—and reveals when they think things will turn around.
AVIXA Releases Statement on COVID-19 By AVNetwork Staff last updated 8 March 21 On Friday, March 13, AVIXA's CEO David Labuskes sent out an official statement on COVID-19.
Work: In Progress By Margot Douaihy, Ph.D. last updated 1 March 21 As more people return to offices, what tools and policies will prove to be essential? What lessons have we learned about UCC, AV, and visualization technologies and team morale during the pandemic?
2021 Business Resolutions By Megan A. Dutta last updated 1 March 21 AV professionals share their 2021 business resolutions.
Audio Advancements and Sound Strategies for Hybrid Learning Spaces By Margot Douaihy, Ph.D. published 1 March 21 Professors strive to engage and inspire students, but sound intelligibility isn’t usually their top priority. Ensuring audio quality is the domain of campus AV specialists, and that task is evolving.
The Future of Conferencing Audio By Ledetta Asfa-Wossen last updated 1 March 21 With meeting rooms at the nerve center of many companies, understanding the shifting use and technical requirements of the workspace is essential. So, what does the future hold for conferencing audio and specification?
Touchless Systems: Manufacturers Discuss AV's Latest Trend By Cindy Davis last updated 1 March 21 In a flurry of innovation, industry leaders have been developing new products and solutions to help facilitate a healthy return to corporate and college campuses, hospitality, and more. We reached out to manufacturers to learn about the solutions they’re working on for this new, touch-free world.
The PTZ Goes Remote By Cindy Davis last updated 1 March 21 With millions working from home or otherwise physically distant from their teams, integrators have a unique opportunity to help businesses implement continuity plans with PTZ cameras.
A Tale of Two Classrooms By SCN Staff last updated 24 February 21 In this case study, Harvard-Westlake School and Turlock Unified School District have each embraced hybrid teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, but they have done so in different ways and with different technology frameworks.
The Increased Role of PTZs By Jennifer Guhl, Cindy Davis last updated 19 January 21 With pandemic safety protocols forcing many industries to turn to remote video options, pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) cameras may offer an ideal solution for those looking for better video quality than your everyday webcam.
Tips for Job Hunting During a Pandemic By Brandy Alvarado last updated 7 January 21 COVID-19 has, unfortunately, left many #AVTweeps searching for their next professional adventure. This article shares actionable items to prepare for job interviews.
Emerging from the Pandemic: Back to Reality By Katie Makal last updated 17 December 20 As a horrible year comes to a close, what should we do now to set ourselves up for success and prepare for our eventual return to public spaces? Executives from K2, Planar, 1 Beyond and Verrex discuss what’s important today and what measures will have lasting value post-COVID.
Looking Ahead to 2021 By Megan A. Dutta last updated 23 November 20 Megan A. Dutta discusses the industry's outlook for Q1 2021.
Pro AV Trends to Watch in 2021 By Megan A. Dutta published 29 November 20 In an ever-changing world, pro AV manufacturers discuss current trends in the industry and predict how they will impact 2021 business for integration firms.