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Forget hardware first, AI is now your AV technician! Jetbuilt's Jetbot proves software is officially running the show, not just supporting it. And Forrester's UCaaS rankings just sparked major debates about who really deserves the top spots. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and a panel of AV pros as they break down what the software-first revolution means...

Distributors are now P&L game-changers, they're transforming integrator profit margins! And training revolution is here – online certifications vs. hands-on mastery showdown!  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Get ready for another power-packed episode as Tim Albright and our industry guest tackle the hottest topics shaping commercial AV’s future. From redefining distri...

Private equity isn’t dabbling, they’re going all in. 26North’s acquisition of AVI-SPL isn’t just a deal, it’s a signal that AV integration is entering a new era. InfoComm 2025 lit up the scene with display tech so advanced, it’s blurring the line between “need” and “want” for big, bold visuals in commercial spaces. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright is joined by...

If you’re still thinking “tech first,” you’re already behind. The real winners in 2030 will be those creating seamless, unforgettable experiences and that message rang loud at the InfoComm discussion on AV in 2030. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright dives into the conversation shaping the next era of ProAV. From the redefined future of work and the rise of AI in the workplace, to the growing influe...

InfoComm 2025 is one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry. It's so big, we couldn't fit everything into just one episode! In part 2 of our conversations at the show in the Midwich recording studio, we talk to Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts (and host of A State of Control), Joe Way from UCLA and Neil Fluester about all thing InfoComm. The vibe of the show, what they saw that amaze...

InfoComm 2025 returns to Orlando, showcasing the latest innovations in technology of the AV industry. We sit in the middle of one of the largest trade shows for our community in Midwich US's studio to discuss everything that's happened at the show. We talk about the trade show experience, the coolest things we found on the floor, the future of the industry and much more.  The video version of...

Room kits have gone from "nice-to-have" to "why-aren’t-you-using-this?" in record time, reshaping how AV and IT teams approach meeting spaces. Meanwhile, ignoring TAA compliance? That’s a fast-track to being ghosted from federal and EDU bids, no matter how killer your system is. The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and his expert guest panel unpack...

The AV industry is bracing for impact as tariff chaos threatens to detonate project budgets before InfoComm 2025 even begins. The mic market is in beast mode, thanks to the content creator gold rush that’s turning every basement into a broadcast studio.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright leads a must-hear conversation with industry pros div...

"Full stack" AV is the hottest buzzword in town, but are vendors building the future or just stacking up marketing fluff? NΞXXT promises to be your AI transformation superhero, but will they save the day or just add to the villain roster?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his panel of industry experts bring the heat this week on AVWeek! They break down whe...

Say goodbye to matrix switchers, AV-over-IP is eating their lunch and taking their jobs! Those "trunk slammers" promising bargain installs? They're like discount sushi, cheap going in, catastrophic coming out. The video version of this podcast can be found here.   Tim Albright returns with another essential episode of AVWeek to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape,...

Cheap Digital Signage: Can Korbyt help Amazon Signage Stick take over Pro AV? Projectors and Video Walls: even if price isn't a restriction, the way it is for education, our panel has some reasons why a projector might be the right choice for your big room. A touchscreen with buttons? LG is showing off a flat display that can "protrude touch buttons" on demand at SID Display Week. Will this revolu...

Cable wars heat up as Chinese powerhouses unleash GPMI—the fee-free standard that makes HDMI look like dial-up! Smart AV engineering hits the classroom in China's education overhaul, but can degrees keep pace with real-world tech? Fake L-Acoustics gear nearly brought the house down literally as counterfeiters gambled with lives using half-strength metal components! The video version of this podcas...

Going green while saving green? AVer's trade-in program is a win-win knockout! And Hackers turned chicken menus into political billboards overnight, is your network next?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and industry guests dive into the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the business and environmental benefit...

Forget “Is AV-over-IP the future?”—the real question is: how much of your AV stack has it already replaced? InfoComm 2025 is putting old-school education in detention with gamified, VR-enhanced, AI-boosted learning experiences.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. On this week’s AVWeek, Tim Albright is joined by expert guests to unpack the future of commercial AV. From the ri...

"Your crappy audio is making you sound dumb!" - science now confirms what AV pros have known forever! Behind every mission-critical operation is a dazzling command center that's evolved from clunky projectors to jaw-dropping DVLED walls. And that "refurbished" label? It's no longer tech purgatory—it's your ticket to premium gear at bargain prices while saving the planet!  The video version of...

"Our brains are being fracked by endless screen time!" Attention spans have plummeted by 30% in two decades, yet companies are doubling down on mandatory office work. Europe’s return-to-office strategy is flexible and measured, while the U.S. is all mandates and mayhem—Amazon didn’t even count its desks before calling employees back!  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This...

Tariffs vs. Commercial AV: panic, or be thankful it's not nearly as bad as the pandemic supply chain problems??? ISE and AVIXA say getting new people into AV is the industry's biggest problem. We've got ideas on where you can find the next generation of audio visual professionals! Best practices for designing and maintaining hybrid classrooms, and more!  The video version of this podcast can...

Mini-Spheres are coming - bringing immersive entertainment to the masses without the $2.3 billion price tag! As traditional networking giants chase AI, NETGEAR doubles down on broadcast AV with its DPP partnership and a strong focus on AI governance. From manual onboarding to AI automation: smart UC management is transforming the video conferencing experience while sparking debates on privacy vers...

The video version of this podcast can be found here. Microsoft Teams and traditional AV pros are locked in a tug-of-war between quick installs and premium experiences. And pour one out for Skype – after 14 years and $8.5 billion, Microsoft is pulling the plug this May. Plus a new and ACTUALLY improved HDMI 2.2 delivers double the bandwidth for 10K resolution. Dive deep with AV industry experts as...

How AI-powered AV is getting you coffee faster and more efficiently. Cutting-edge AV training and education are shaping the future of the industry. An industry icon is retiring. From Extron’s next-generation training facility redefining hybrid learning, to Bocca Felice’s AI-driven drive-thru experience, to QSC’s vision for smart spaces, we dive into the innovations transforming how AV and IT...

Why are Fortune 500 companies choosing to rent rather than buy those stunning LED displays? The answer might surprise your CFO. AV and building management have been like awkward exes at a cocktail party for decades—until now they're finally chatting.   Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the dramatic convergence...

Modern projectors turn imagination into reality, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. And digital signage just leveled up—Samsung is partnering with Cielo's AI. Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including Christie's transformative projection technology at BYD's energy vehicle museum, showcasing immers...

We had so much to discuss about Integrated Systems Europe 2025 that we couldn't keep it to just one episode. And to be fair, the last one was named 'Part 1'. You should've expected this. What else you can expect is a discussion from AV industry experts like Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts (Host of A State of Control) and Jennifer Weaver of NextLVL Learning (Host of AV Career Mastermind) to...

The biggest international AV trade show, Integrated Systems Europe 2025, took place in Barcelona last week. We saw so much innovative technology for the AV industry that we had to check in with other experts in our space to get everything from the show floor. We talk to Jason Ward from Warwick Audio Visual, Tanya Houston from Wildwood Plus, Iffat Chaudhry of Involve Visual Collaboration and Joe Wa...

Slow growth or strategic pause? AVIXA's latest numbers reveal what’s ahead for Pro AV—and what it means for IT managers seeking software-forward devices that prioritize the end-user experience, not just gray boxes. Meet ReVolve, the world’s first 10-meter LED that disappears on command. AV produces a lot of data, but who owns it, and can it be leveraged for smarter operations? Logitech Spot just c...