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.

Highlighting AV excellence with Commercial Integrator's 40 Under 40, and enhancing house of worship experience through AV.

All-in-one displays are revolutionizing the way we work, but are we fully tapping into their potential? Could simple videoconferencing mistakes be costing you more than you think?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright as he dives into these exciting topics of the Commercial AV industry with industry experts. In this episode, they’ll discuss the rise of all-in-one displays, and how to avoid common videoconferencing blunders. Host: Tim Albright Guests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVFrank Padikkala – ZoomRebecca Sullins – AmpThink This Week In AV:Business Wire – Kinly Merges With YorktelAV Magazine – Navori Labs Acquires signageliveAVNation – NETGEAR Joins OpenAV.CloudCommercial Integrator – Shure President & CEO Keynotes SAVe Global ConferenceAV News Online – Nancy Knowlton Awarded Coronation Medal Roundtable Topics:AV Network – All-In-One Display SolutionsAV Magazine – Videoconferencing Mistakes To Avoid See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The future of AV applications, from focusing on cloud-based software solutions to insane projection mapping on waterfalls.

From the need for solid manufacturer support and design services to ensuring redundant systems, backups, and documentation are in place.

The power of the network in enterprise-grade projects, interoperability in command & control spaces, and a new vulnerability in Sharepoint.

How AI is being used in the AV industry like Jetbuilt's new Jetbot for projects, and the four reigning champs of the UC space.

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 distributor roles as strategic business partners to exploring the evolving landscape of education, dive into how online learning is reshaping training, the different learning styles impacting career growth, and what it will take to bring more young talent into the AV industry. Plus, unpack how distributors can add real value to AV and IT user projects like never before. Host: Tim Albright Guests:James King – Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLVKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInNathan Coutinho – LogitechVictoria Ferrari– CTI This Week In AV:AV Magazine – Panasonic Calls off Projector Business SaleAV Magazine – ClearOne Looking For A BuyerAVNation – LG Debuts ChromeOS Slot-in Device for CreateBoardAVNation – EVONA 2030 Award Winners Roundtable Topics:AV Network – A Look At "Pick, Pack, Ship"AVNation – Extron's AV Specialist Available Online See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The effects of private equity in the AV industry as North26 acquires a stake in AVI-SPL, and the display technology from InfoComm 2025.

Discussing what might be the next big thing for the AV industry. Does it have something to do with Artificial Intelligence?