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 Pubs See 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 Albright Guests: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 – Jabra This 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 AV See 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 Albright Guests:Bill Lawrence – CTIBrock McGinnis – Nationwide AVLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & Tobago This 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 Dubai Roundtable Topics:Inavate – AIMS Announces Certification Testing for IPMXAV Magazine – AV Sustainability Summit See 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 Albright Guests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardBC Hatchett – Vanderbilt UniversityTravis Cawthorne – Kramer This 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 Bars Roundtable Topics:AV Buyers' Club – HP Integrating MDEP into Poly SolutionsUC Today – Anthropic's Claude to Be Enabled in Microsoft AI See 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 Albright Guests: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 Bridge Roundtable Topics:AV Network – SCN Top 50 of 2025AV Magazine – Barco Victory in Patent Infringement See 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 Albright Guests: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 LinkedIn See 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 Albright Guests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInJoe Way – UCLADan Saenz – AtlasIED This 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 Festival Roundtable 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 Albright Guests:Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInLex Evans – Epiphan Video This 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 2025 Roundtable Topics:Commercial Integrator – Factors For A Successful ProjectInavate – GPMI & HDMIAV Magazine – Jetbuilt's New Schematic Tool See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is 'good enough' for production, where UC is evolving town halls, and Teams wants to know your location.

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 Albright Guests:Brad Hintze – CrestronJeremy Elesser – Level 3 AudiovisualSteph Beckett – rAVe Pubs This 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 2026 See 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 Albright Guests:Joel Carroll – Mersive TechnologiesWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedIn This 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 Conference Roundtable Topics:AV Network – Immersive AV ExperiencesAV Buyers' Club – NetSpeek Introduces AI PlatformAV Magazine – Airport Speakers Hijacked See 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 Albright Guests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInJustin Watts – AMDSharath Abraham – Jabra This 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 2026 Roundtable Topics:AV Network – Single Pane AVAVNation – AV over IP in Higher EducationAV Magazine – AV/IT Support Saving See 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 Albright Guests:Jennifer Weaver – NextLVL LearningMegan Zeller – Peerless-AV This 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 Fire Roundtable Topics:AV Network – Suirui to Divest Jupiter under Presidential OrderAV Buyers Club – ISE Expanding for 2026 With New Programs See 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 LinkedIn This Week In AV:rAVe Pubs – Cisco's AI Collaboration ToolsAV Magazine – ISE Launching SparkAV Network – Ross Video Acquires ioversalAV Network – Avidex Acquires CSS New England Roundtable Topics:UC Today – Cisco Microsoft and More In on AI ToolsAV Buyers Club – Jabra & Huddly Launch AI ToolsEngadget – Microsoft wants 'Vibes based' working See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When to use LED tiles over projection solutions, the state of hologram AV, and a wave of mergers & acquisitions in the AV industry.

Interactive displays in art installations and cultural parks are increasing visitor dwell time, LED technology is reshaping public engagement. MotoGP broadcasters ditched beta testing and went straight to air with AI-powered AR, could your next Zoom call feature virtual graphics? Reality check: Users don't think like engineers, and that iPad running your exact same interface just proved it.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Guest host Patrick Norton and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. Join the conversation as we explore what's really driving LED market growth beyond the specs, examine AR technology's migration from sports to corporate communications, and discover why the future of AV programming requires an architect's mindset, not just an engineer's toolkit. Host: Patrick NortonGuests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardJeremy Caldera – Pearl TechnologiesJosh Keller – CTIRoundtable Topics:AV Magazine – Display Market GrowthAVNation – AR/VR in Unified CommunicationsrAVe Pubs – Desire Paths in AV Programming See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's a reality check: your "better" product might be losing to inferior competition right now. Savvy businesses are discovering that branded background music isn't just ambiance, it's measurable revenue impact. But as AI agents start making sales calls for AV distributors, we need to ask hard questions about automation boundaries. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Guest host Patrick Norton and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. From unlocking the revenue potential of background music in corporate and retail spaces, to redefining what "best" really means in competitive strategy, plus the crucial conversation about AI's proper role and limits in professional AV environments. Host: Patrick NortonGuests:Willie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInJoe Dunbar – MidwichSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsRoundtable Topics:AV Magazine – Pursuing Leads With AI CallersAV Network – Digital Signage and SoundrAVe Pubs – Competitive Intelligence Beyond Features See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The "small" AV jobs everyone ignores are generating massive profits while enterprise projects gather dust and top integrators don't want you to know why. Vioso's new tech lets you literally step inside your CAD drawings, but here's the million-dollar question: does jaw-dropping innovation equal bottom-line results?  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 explosive episode unpacks the hidden goldmine of mid-market project strategies that savvy integrators are using to stay profitable, dissects whether next-gen visualization systems deliver real business transformation or just boardroom theater, and exposes the monitoring madness that's paralyzing video operations worldwide. Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jennifer Weaver – Laia TechnologiesChris Kelly – Creighton UniversityRyan Gray – Yavapai CollegeThis Week In AV:AV Network – Ross Video Aqcuires LAMArAVe Pubs – Jabra & Lenovo Partner for Panacast 50 LaunchThe Verge – Microsoft Lowers Price for Copilot 360AVNation – Imagine Communication Launches IMS NetworkRoundtable Topics:rAVe Pubs – Mid-Market Growth for IntegratorsAV Magazine – CAD Projection from Vioso See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why does every technological "improvement" feel like opening Pandora's box of compatibility issues? Are we so obsessed with pixel counts that we've forgotten what actually makes meetings productive? Time for some uncomfortable truths about where our industry is headed. 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, including the cascade of problems that come with AV systems refresh cycles, the impact of budget constraints, and the challenges of the "more K’s are better" mentality plaguing corporate and higher education AV. They also explore how the push for experiential AV is reshaping expectations and straining resources across the industry. Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInCraig Durr – Collab CollectiveGeorge Chacko – NextLVL LearningThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – AVIXA IOTA Fall ForecastrAVe Pubs – TJ Adams is Audinate's new CPOAVNation – Z-Wave Alliance Launches Certification ProgramCommercial Integrator – Bluefin Introduces COLORFRAMEYahoo! – GMail Security BreachRoundtable Topics:AV Network – Incremental Upgrades In AVAV Magazine – 360-degree 12K Concert Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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