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Broadcast AV Power Hour: Convergence of Streaming and Conferencing
Learn how producers are combining high-quality video workflows with real-time communication tools to deliver seamless, hybrid experiences.
InfoComm 2026 to Spotlight the Future of Live Events, Broadcast, and Fan Engagement
InfoComm 2026, the world’s most essential destination for AV, IT, broadcast, and AI-driven systems, will spotlight the technologies transforming live events, sports, and entertainment – where production, performance, and audience engagement converge. Taking place June 13–19 (exhibits June 17–19) at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event will showcase how AV innovation is powering the next generation of live experiences.
Robots in Disguise? How Cutting-Edge AV Tech Is Transforming Broadcasts at Barcelona's 3CAT Studios
3:02Go behind the scenes at 3CAT Studios in Barcelona and discover how next-generation AV technology is redefining news production with CTO Natalia Prats Buendia. From massive LED walls and innovative vertical content workflows to advanced robotic camera systems and integrated 3D mapping, see how 3CAT is modernizing storytelling to engage today’s digital-first audiences—all while putting content at the center of every broadcast.
Accessible AV Designs for Classrooms
51:59Accessibility should be a cornerstone of AV design in classrooms, conference rooms, and similar spaces. Join us as experienced technology managers share their insights and experiences in creating accessible learning environments.
Closing the Gap Between External Marketing and In-Store Reality
1:03:09We call it “The Broken Handshake,” that space where retail and F&B brands spend millions on high-gloss OTT and social campaigns to drive foot traffic, only to have the brand experience crumble at the "Last Mile. " When premium external marketing meets DIY, uncoordinated in-store digital signage, conversion dies at the shelf. This session reveals how to unify your brand’s voice under one roof. We’ll explore how a strategy-first approach - powered by a frictionless, credit-based creative engine - transforms screens from "static wall decor" into high-velocity growth tools. Learn how to protect your marketing investment by ensuring your in-store experience finally keeps the promises your external ads make.
AVIXA Foundation Opens Application for Michael Vergauwen Scholarship
The AVIXA Foundation has announced applications for the Michael Verguawen Scholarship are now open through June 30, 2026. Ten scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded as one-time contributions towards tuition for studies applicable to the pro AV industry. Eligible applicants include current or future students enrolled in a vocational, undergraduate, or graduate program related to the audiovisual, creative, and integrated experience industry.
Engineering Collaboration & Safety, featuring Crestron and Advanced Network Devices | Backstage Pass: IC26, Ep. 4
47:00InfoComm 2026 is right around the corner, and this episode of Backstage Pass: IC26 offers a first look at what two industry leaders have in store. Host Ben Barnard is joined by special co-host Jennifer Weaver of AVIXA, stepping in for Samantha Powell. In the first segment, Ben sits down with Brad Hintze of Crestron, who shares updates on his expanded role, Crestron’s vision for engineered collaboration, and how the company is bringing content, control, and collaboration to life—both on the show floor and beyond—at InfoComm 2026. In the second segment, Samantha Powell connects with Bobby Swartz of Advanced Network Devices (AND) to talk about Bobby’s transition into his new role, AND’s renewed brand momentum, and how the company is continuing to innovate in IP-based paging, mass notification, and life-safety solutions. Bobby also previews what attendees can expect from AND at InfoComm 2026, from new hardware to long-term innovation driven by engineering excellence.
D=SIGN Power Hour: Content is Mission Critical
Learn why content strategy is a mission-critical component of digital signage deployments across enterprise, retail, and education environments.
Complete Guide to Integrated Experience Tours at InfoComm 2026
InfoComm’s Integrated Experience Tours take attendees beyond the show floor to explore cutting-edge AV applications in real-world settings like VR labs, medical campuses, and entertainment venues.
From Insight to Action: Turning Workplace Research into Real-World Strategy
47:25Most organizations are not struggling with a lack of insight. They are struggling with what to do next. Join FORTÉ for a focused conversation on how to translate workplace research into decisions that actually move the business forward. We will break down the most important trends shaping the modern workplace, including evolving collaboration behaviors, rising expectations for simplicity and reliability, and the growing role of AI in day-to-day work. This session is designed for leaders and contributors who want to move beyond analysis and into execution, with a clear path forward that balances innovation with practical outcomes.
InfoComm 2026 to Explore the Future of Work: Highlighting Smart, Connected, and AI-Driven Workplace Experiences
InfoComm 2026, the world’s most essential destination for AV, IT, broadcast, and AI-driven systems, will spotlight how the workplace is being redefined in real time as attendees will experience firsthand how technology, design, and data are coming together to shape what’s next. Taking place June 13–19 (exhibits June 17–19) at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, the show will spotlight the systems and strategies enabling more connected, intelligent, and human-centered work environments.
D=Sign Power hour: Optimizing Digital Signage: Media Players vs. Built-In Apps
54:58In this Digital Signage Power Hour, our panel of experts explores the pros and cons of media players versus built-in apps for digital signage and elaborates on how each option impacts content delivery, performance, and flexibility in various environments.
Systems Approach to Rack Building and AV Enclosures
49:38AV racks are far more than equipment containers—they are the foundation of reliable, serviceable, and standards‑compliant AV systems. This webinar takes a holistic, system‑level approach to rack building, helping AV professionals move beyond basic assembly toward best‑practice design, integration, and long‑term performance. Participants will explore industry standards, planning considerations, and real‑world installation principles that impact structural integrity, power distribution, cable management, thermal performance, and serviceability. Topics include proper rack loading and weight distribution, rear support requirements, ergonomic equipment placement, seismic considerations, and adherence to IEC rack standards. The session also covers documentation best practices, airflow planning, heat load calculations, and strategies to support future system expansion. Whether working in corporate, education, healthcare, or other commercial AV environments, attendees will gain practical insights to reduce installation errors, improve system reliability, and extend equipment lifespan. This webinar is ideal for designers, engineers, installers, and project managers looking to apply a consistent, standards‑based methodology to AV rack and enclosure design.
Takeaways from Broadcast AV Power Hour: AI Applications for Streaming
AI is improving live streaming by helping teams work faster and manage complex workflows, especially in production and monitoring. It enhances—not replaces—human roles, with oversight still essential. Success depends on using AI strategically for the right tasks and goals.
The end of MOCAP suits? AI's impact on Virtual Production | Practically AI, Ep. 2
34:37Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword in virtual production—it’s actively reshaping how content gets made. In this episode of Practically AI, host Mark Metzger (AVIXA) sits down with Florian Gallier, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Mo‑Sys, to explore how AI is changing the virtual production pipeline—from pre‑production planning to real‑time, on‑set interactivity. Mark and Florian chat about how AI-driven techniques like Gaussian splats let creators scan real locations and bring them into LED volumes, motion capture without mocap suits, how AI helps creators work faster, reduce costs, and maintain creative control and more.
AV over IP Technology to Expand Sports Production Capabilities
Explore how AV over IP technology is transforming sports production by enabling more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective workflows.
Engineering Brilliance, Marketing BS: Why Many Pro AV Firms Struggle with Messaging
Many pro AV companies rely on jargon, buzzwords, and inflated claims that obscure what they actually offer. Clear, simple messaging focused on real value is far more effective in helping audiences understand and engage.
April AV News Roundup
April spotlighted a Pro AV industry shift from standalone products to fully integrated ecosystems driven by software, interoperability, and strategic acquisitions. From major deals and global events to platform innovation and standards progress, the month signaled a future built on unified, end-to-end solutions.