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Integrated Systems Europe is one of the biggest shows for the AV industry. It's where we see the latest and greatest technology from across the globe in Barcelona. We come from the show floor itself, in the Midwich booth, to talk about the tech that excites us.The video version of this podcast can be found here.We are joined in pairs by Chris Neto & Erica Carrroll, and Erin Maher-Moran & Steve Greenblatt discussing all things ISE 2026. The latest tech, the vibe of the AV community at a show like this, and what solutions you should be on the lookout for.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Erica Carroll – Charbett StrategiesChris Neto – MidwichErin Maher-Moran – Johns Hopkins UniversitySteve Greenblatt – Control ConceptsThis Week In AV:AVNation – Integrated Systems Europe 2026See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AV's normally all about showing off the cool tech we put into spaces. But is it worth it to the clients to see how the sausage is made? We look into making AV invisible and how that benefits both client and integrator. Plus, artificial intelligence is making RAM prices skyrocket. But we need those chips to make our own gear! Where's the line before this gets well out of hand?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Even before we hit the show floor in Barcelona, there's plenty of AV news to go around! While Tim is gearing up for Integrated Systems Europe 2026, Patrick Norton takes the helm to get you the latest stories surrounding our industry. We also have a panel of experts to discuss these topics, including Dawn Meade, Willie Franklin and Brittany Delgado.Host: Patrick NortonGuests:Brittany Delgado – Midwich USDawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – French Government phasing out Zoom & TeamsThe Verge – Windows 11 suffering major patch issuesAV Network – Microsoft Partners with PSNI Global AllianceAV Magazine – Meta Horizons Workroom shutting downCommercial Integrator – CTI named Integrator of the Year 2025Roundtable Topics:The Verge – Surge in RAM Pricing due to AIAV Magazine – Logitech's New RallySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when digital signage stops glowing and starts behaving like paper? And here’s the uncomfortable question higher ed keeps dodging. Are universities investing in AV that actually improves learning or just buying shiny tech because the budget says spend it?The video version of this podcast can be found here.In this must-watch AVWeek episode, host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests unpack where e-paper fits into the future of commercial AV and take a hard look at AV spending in higher education. From sustainability and use cases to real-world value and waste, the panel dives into what matters and what doesn’t.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVGina Sansivero – AtlasIEDMichelle Loret – ITAVAIThis Week In AV:AV Network – Online Instruments Acquires Level 3 AudiovisualSony – Sony and TCL Sign Memorandum of UnderstandingThe Verge – RAM Prices Going UpAV Magazine – Second Sphere to Launch in East CoastAVNation – Matt Clark Keynotes ISE 2026Roundtable Topics:AV Buyers' Club – Glass-Media & Samsung Showcasing E-PaperAV Magazine – Higher Education & AVSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The chip shortage conversation is back, this time driven by AI reshaping the global supply chain, because of course it is. Meanwhile, AV pros are left with a familiar edge problem: choosing connectivity that makes sense when HDMI and USB-C now coexist with IP as the transport, and none of them are going away quietly.The video version of this podcast can be found here.In this week’s AVWeek episode, host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests break it down without the hype. They look at how concerned AV and IT managers should be about ongoing supply chain pressure, and how to design AV systems that balance edge connections with IP-based infrastructure without aging out at the next refresh cycle.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Erica Carroll – CharBett StrategiesKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInNathan Coutinho – LogitechThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – Ricoh Acquires Presentation Products Inc.Shure – New Strategic Alliances TeamAV Magazine – Panasonic revealing new projection light source platformAV Magazine – Real Madrid experience for Apple Vision ProPSNI Global – New Board of DirectorsAVNation – Extron Appoints Kirsten Nelson as Public Relations ManagerRoundtable Topics:AV Magazine – AI Demanding Massive Amounts of ResourcesInavate – Extron's Switching EncoderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did Dave Labuskes change AVIXA, or did he change how the AV industry defines itself? CES 2026 sent a clear message with fewer cables, faster installs, and a serious rethink of what a video wall even needs. And as one industry leader put it, “AI isn’t experimental anymore” because 2026 is where edge intelligence, automation, and cybersecurity start separating hype from real-world impact.The video version of this podcast can be found here.In this must-watch AVWeek episode, host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests dig into the stories shaping commercial AV right now. From Labuskes’ lasting legacy at AVIXA, to the technologies from CES 2026 that actually matter, to where AI will deliver the biggest returns in 2026, this conversation brings clarity, context, and perspective you won’t get from headlines alone.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Chris Neto – MidwichRebecca Sullins – AmpThinkDaniel Centelles – LANGThis Week In AV:AVNation – AVIXA CEO Announces RetirementAV Magazine – Exertis UK Places Distribution Company for SaleAxis – New UC ClientAV Network – Integration Guide to UCCAV Network – SCN's Hall of Fame 2025Roundtable Topics:AV Magazine – Dave Labuskes RetiringrAVe Pubs – Focusing on AI & Cybersecurity in 2026See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The start of a new year is time for reflection. We've already looked back at our conversations around the industry, now it's time to talk to some experts about the year that was 2025. We then turn it around and look forward to what's coming in 2026. What's the next big thing for AV?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the commercial side of the AV industry. We do so with a panel of experts for insights and more. This episode we arer joined by Steph Beckett of rAVe Pubs, Amala Reddie from Commercial Integrator, and Guy Campos from AV Magazine.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Amala Reddie – Commercial IntegratorGuy Campos – AV MagazineSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As we are about to head into a new year, it's time we look back and see what the biggest stories for the AV industry were in 2025. We recap what really mattered to our companies from full-stack programming to immersive experiences and everything in between.The video version of this podcast can be found here.AVWeek is your place to get the latest news and information for the audiovisual industry. We talk to experts in and around the AV space to have insightful and entertaining chats with a community that loves to talk tech.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardJoe Dunbar – Midwich USTim Van Woeart – Rutgers UniversityBrock McGinnis – Nationwide AVCraig Durr – Collab CollectiveMisty Chalk – BrightSignJames King – Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLVKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInNathan Coutinho – LogitechVictoria Ferrari– CTIFrank Padikkala – ZoomRebecca Sullins – AmpThinkDawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInJustin Watts – AMDSharath Abraham – JabraThis Year In AV:AVWeek 705 – Immersive Audio from ChristieAVWeek 718 – Full Stack AVAVWeek 725 – Evolving "Pick, Pack, Ship"AVWeek 730 – Videoconferencing ErrorsAVWeek 739 – Single Pane of Glass AVSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IPMX testing is officially underway, putting the industry’s faith in certification to the real test. Can it finally fix AV-over-IP interoperability? At the same time, the AV Sustainability Summit surfaced a hard truth: circularity is no longer optional, and the gap between compliance and real change is getting harder to ignore.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright teams up with battle-tested industry experts to deliver another powerful AVWeek episode, dissecting the commercial AV developments including the debut of IPMX certification protocols, and the rising influence of sustainability metrics in procurement.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Bill Lawrence – CTIBrock McGinnis – Nationwide AVLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoThis Week In AV:AV Network – AVIXA Growth Report for OctoberAV Magazine – Mersive Management Takes Controlling StakeLogitech – Logitech Named in "Best in Business" ListInavate – INFiLED Installation in DubaiRoundtable Topics:Inavate – AIMS Announces Certification Testing for IPMXAV Magazine – AV Sustainability SummitSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform is spreading fast across Poly hardware but is ubiquity always a good thing for AV ecosystems? At the same time, Anthropic's Claude is about to become your default AI co-worker whether you opted in or not, forcing enterprises to confront the tension between breakthrough productivity and tightening privacy boundaries.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join host Tim Albright and top industry voices for this week's must-watch AVWeek episode, where they tackle the biggest moves in commercial AV. They break down HP's Poly- Microsoft integration strategy, dissect the compliance maze surrounding Microsoft’s multi-model AI approach, and explore what these shifts mean for IT leaders, integrators, and end users navigating rapid transformation.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardBC Hatchett – Vanderbilt UniversityTravis Cawthorne – KramerThis Week In AV:IT Channel Oxygen – Exertis Cutting 1000 Jobs in UKAVNation – Broadsign to Acquire Place ExchangeMicrosoft – New Feature for Reporting Suspicious CallsAV Magazine – First 'first sound-transparent passive' Theater in Germany Sennheiser – Firmware Updates for TC BarsRoundtable Topics:AV Buyers' Club – HP Integrating MDEP into Poly SolutionsUC Today – Anthropic's Claude to Be Enabled in Microsoft AISee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The SCN Top 50 isn’t just a leaderboard, it’s a snapshot of who’s shaping the future of commercial AV and what that means for customers making critical tech decisions. And patent battles are back in the spotlight, putting innovation and user confidence to the test.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join host Tim Albright as he and top industry guests break down the biggest forces shaping Commercial AV today, the meaning behind the Top 50 list, and what legal battles mean for product innovation. It’s another can’t-miss AVWeek episode delivering the insights every AV pro needs to stay ahead.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Cindy Davis – AV NetworkJoel Carroll – Joel on LinkedInWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInThis Week In AV:Barco – Barco Enfoces Patents Against YealinkAV Magazine – Prolight + Sound Event Cancelled AV Network – SCN Top 50 Data AnalysisUC Today – Microsoft Teams for TelecommunicationsAV Network – Visionary Announces XB5 Conferencing BridgeRoundtable Topics:AV Network – SCN Top 50 of 2025AV Magazine – Barco Victory in Patent InfringementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The AV community is like a tight-knit family. And Thanksgiving is the best time to sit back and enjoy each other's company. Here's some holiday's greetings from our friends from all over the industry.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the AV industry. But this space is made up of all kinds of different individuals from all over the globe. So join us as we are thankful for a lot of things!Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Joel Carroll – Mersive TechnologiesBrad Hintze – CrestronLex Evans – Epiphan VideoSharath Abraham – JabraSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsMark J. Pescatore – SCNKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInJeremy Elesser – Level 3 AudiovisualAdaline Tatum – UCLAJustin Watts – AMDDawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInBrock McGinnis – Nationwide AVWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When your AV gear has to clear government approval just to make the DoDIN list, security isn’t optional, and JITC certification suddenly becomes a business advantage, not a checkbox. At the same time, managed services get pitched as the cure-all for every AV department, yet many organizations still wrestle with what “good support” should actually deliver.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests break it all down in this week’s must-watch AVWeek episode. From the rising importance of government security certifications to cutting through the managed services hype and understanding what AV/IT leaders really need, this conversation goes straight to the challenges shaping today’s commercial AV landscape.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInJoe Way – UCLADan Saenz – AtlasIEDThis Week In AV:Commercial Integrator – VITEC Acquires DatapathHP – HP Integration With Microsoft Platforms AV Magazine – MicroLED Expected to Grow in MarketAV Magazine – Samsung Onyx Used at Asian World Film FestivalRoundtable Topics:AV Network – Extron NAV Added to DoDIN Approved Products ListAV Magazine – Neat & Ricoh Collaborate on Managed ServicesThe Guardian – CloudFlare Outage Sets Internet on Fire (again)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen first, sell later, sounds simple, but most integrators get it backwards. AI just made drawing system schematics push-button easy, raising one big question: is this the future or a threat? Plus, 8K connectivity is racing ahead with insane bandwidth numbers, but are we chasing technology nobody asked for?The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week on AVWeek, host Tim Albright and his expert guests dive into the conversations the AV industry needs to have right now, including building genuine client trust, understanding where AI helps versus where it hurts, and separating video standard hype from real-world readiness.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInLex Evans – Epiphan VideoThis Week In AV:AV Network – QSC Divest DSC to iMage TechnologiesAV Network – FS Joins SDVoE AllianceOpenPR – AV over IP market to Expand by 2033Inavate – ISE 2026 to Feature Spark ProgramAV Magazine – AV Awards 2025Roundtable Topics:Commercial Integrator – Factors For A Successful ProjectInavate – GPMI & HDMIAV Magazine – Jetbuilt's New Schematic ToolSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Corporate communications are leveling up, with organizations now producing internal broadcasts that rival media networks. But while studios get smarter, meeting rooms are changing too, driven by new software capabilities, hardware evolution, and the growing influence of IT decision makers. Add in location-aware tools and automated status tracking, and we’re entering a workplace where convenience and surveillance sit side-by-side.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join Tim Albright and top AV industry guests for another essential AVWeek conversation, covering the rise of enterprise broadcast ecosystems, who’s truly shaping the future of meeting collaboration, and the urgent privacy questions emerging in hybrid work environments.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Adaline Tatum – UCLABrock McGinnis – Nationwide AVMark J. Pescatore – SCNThis Week In AV:AV Network – Sound Productions Acquires ProAudio.comAV Magazine – Drone Show At Egyptian MuseumEngadget – IKEA announces Matter smart home solutionsAVNation – ISE 2026 Launches Inaugural CyberSecurity SummitRoundtable Topics:AV Network – Walmart Bolsters Corporate StudiosAV Magazine – Microsoft Team Integrated in Town HallsAVNation – Teams Adding Location TrackingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ISE's strategic move into EdTech is impressive, but what about healthcare, hospitality, and corporate spaces? The "it worked yesterday" excuse doesn't cut it when your boardroom AV fails, here's how to make sure it never happens again.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. This week they're debating ISE's next strategic opportunities beyond education, and educating IT and AV end users so they can make smarter, quality decisions and avoid costly installation failures.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brad Hintze – CrestronJeremy Elesser – Level 3 AudiovisualSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – Biamp Acquires ClearOne AssetsCommercial Integrator – Paul Lidsky is Diversified's new CEOAV Magazine – Crestron Opens New Experience Center in BelgiumAVNation – InfoComm América Latina 2025's First OutingRoundtable Topics:AVNation – AV Install NightmaresrAVe Pubs – ISE Partners with EduTech for 2026See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Radio City Music Hall is getting the Sphere audio treatment, so which iconic venues deserve this immersive revolution next? AI platforms are now speaking your language to manage complex AV networks, literally. Four airports, hijacked screens, pro-Hamas propaganda, your AV network isn't just playing content anymore, it's a potential security vulnerability.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. From the exciting expansion of Sphere Immersive Sound technology into new venues, to the game-changing potential of AI-powered platforms like NetSpeek's Lena for Pro AV operations, to the sobering reality of AV network security threats exposed by recent airport cyberattacks, this episode tackles the stories every AV professional needs to understand right now.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Joel Carroll – Mersive TechnologiesWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInThis Week In AV:CNN – Hackers Breach Airport PA SystemForbes – Microsoft Pushes Urgent Update for Windows 11Innavate – Yealink joins NDI EcosystemAV Network – Zones Looks at AV IndustryrAVe Pubs – ISE & Fira Partner with EduTech for EdTech ConferenceRoundtable Topics:AV Network – Immersive AV ExperiencesAV Buyers' Club – NetSpeek Introduces AI PlatformAV Magazine – Airport Speakers HijackedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's the uncomfortable truth: the AV industry is stuck. Proprietary protocols, ecosystem fragmentation, and vendor-specific bottlenecks are holding back innovation and killing your project margins. But what if one platform proved that true interoperability isn't just possible, it's essential?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. This week, they're breaking down AV standards, exploring IEEE open standards, unpacking AV over IP technology, and revealing why transforming the AV industry is such an uphill battle.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInJustin Watts – AMDSharath Abraham – JabraThis Week In AV:Commercial Integrator – Christie Digital sells Pandora's Box & Widget DesignerAV Magazine – Neat's new 32 Board AVNation – NSCA 2025 Industry ReportAV Magazine – 8K Space Feature Documentary from ChinarAVe Pubs – Sol Rashida to Keynote ISE 2026Roundtable Topics:AV Network – Single Pane AVAVNation – AV over IP in Higher EducationAV Magazine – AV/IT Support SavingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Jupiter Systems divestment reignites the debate: government oversight in company ownership takes on new weight when mission-critical security technology and TAA/BAA compliance are involved. It’s a reminder of how the AV industry must balance innovation, global investment, and national security. In parallel, trade shows are bigger than ever but in today’s hyper-connected world, we need to rethink the value they deliver.The video version of this podcast can be found here.In today’s episode of AVWeek, host Tim Albright and his panel of industry experts tackle the stories shaping commercial AV. They break down the unprecedented Suirui–Jupiter Systems forced divestment and when national security justifies government control, and examine what modern trade shows like ISE must offer to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving industry.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jennifer Weaver – NextLVL LearningMegan Zeller – Peerless-AVThis Week In AV:rAVe Pubs – Nureva Patents Mist Microphone TechnologyAV Magazine – Q-SYS Implements More Features for Full Stack PlatformVariety – Madrid As Global AV HubOpenPR – UC Market to expand to $85b by 2031AV Magazine – Drone Malfunctions Rain FireRoundtable Topics:AV Network – Suirui to Divest Jupiter under Presidential OrderAV Buyers Club – ISE Expanding for 2026 With New ProgramsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At WebexOne, Cisco unveiled the ultimate flex: AI so powerful it’s practically rewriting the rulebook for secure, intelligent meetings. Jabra and Huddly are keeping it real, no gimmicks, just AI that actually makes conferencing work better.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. This week's discussion tackles what really emerged from Cisco's WebexOne event beyond the partnership headlines and defines what AI Security and AI features conferencing actually needs (versus what vendors think sounds impressive).Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jason Haynie – Q2Kristin Bidwell – Audiovisual Consulting TeamKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInThis Week In AV:rAVe Pubs – Cisco's AI Collaboration ToolsAV Magazine – ISE Launching SparkAV Network – Ross Video Acquires ioversalAV Network – Avidex Acquires CSS New EnglandRoundtable Topics:UC Today – Cisco Microsoft and More In on AI ToolsAV Buyers Club – Jabra & Huddly Launch AI ToolsEngadget – Microsoft wants 'Vibes based' workingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

400 square meters of programmable LEDs are transforming retail into data-driven storytelling platforms. And shifting from LEDs to holograms, Looking Glass claims their displays turn standard video into "lifelike 3D holograms," but where do these fit in commercial AV?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Dive deep with host Tim Albright and AV industry experts as they break down the seismic shifts transforming commercial AV. This week, they're exploring innovative LED deployment strategies for enhanced user experiences, including a closer look at the total cost of ownership across the various types of display technology. They break down the real-world applications and limitations of emerging holographic display technology, offering practical insights into where it truly fits in today’s market.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVBrittany Delgado – Midwich USJoe Way – UCLAThis Week In AV:AV Network – FORTÉ Acquires Swedish company InformationsteknikAV Magazine – Bauer Acquires AmscreenAVNation – Riedel Communications Acquires hi human interfaceCommercial Integrator – CTI Launches Apprenticeship ProgramAV Magazine – AV Awards coming to AmericasRoundtable Topics:AV Buyers' Club – LED Installation in LondonAV Magazine – Looking Glass showcases innovation in hologram technologySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.