By Misty Chalk BrightSign The signage market is projected to reach nearly $100 billion over the next decade, with digital signage leading that growth. Demand for dynamic content, flexibility, interactivity and engaging experiences is reshaping how organizations think about signage. What was once a static information tool has evolved into a dynamic platform that can […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST We’ve been talking about “digital transformation” in AV for, what, a decade now? Maybe longer? And let’s be honest, most of it has been marketing fluff. A few cloud dashboards here, a firmware manager there, and every booth claiming they’re “IoT-ready.” But here’s the truth: We haven’t actually transformed anything […]

It’s the final day of LAVNCH WEEK 12 — rAVe’s virtual event series that combines thought leadership, education and the latest AV news The day’s theme: ProAV. While seemingly a very broad topic, Steph Beckett and Gary Kayye helped cover everything from microLED to AV project management. This is your recap, but if you’d like […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Vishal Chhatralia, Chief Digital and Innovation Officer at the newly rebranded Nexora — formerly DCC Technology, the parent company behind Almo Pro AV and Exertis. Nexora unifies 27 specialist businesses under one global identity, and while the brand announcement focused on vision and direction, […]

Barco said a U.S. federal jury has awarded the company more than $900,000 in damages after Yealink admitted to infringing six patents tied to Barco’s ClickShare wireless presentation technology. Barco disclosed the outcome in a Dec. 2 update, noting the verdict covers roughly one year of sales of Yealink’s WPP20 and WPP30 devices in the […]

One phrase you’ll hear from me if you hang around long enough is “the wheel turns.” In a recent post, I talked about how deals you thought were stone-cold dead sometimes lurch back to life when you least expect it. Maybe writing that piece manifested the next round of surprises — who knows. The universe […]

On the second day of LAVNCH WEEK 12, rAVe’s virtual event series that aims to educate the AV industry on current products, events and issues, the team focused on education technology, or EdTech. Before I continue, here is the link to watch the full day’s content on demand. Steph Beckett and Gary Kayye kicked the […]

Tim Albright and I host an End-User Edition of rAVe [TV] with a quick pop-in from Gary, and we look at rAVe’s latest Temperature Check on cybersecurity in AV. We chat with Crestron’s Joel Mulpeter about what AI is actually doing in meeting rooms and whether it is improving collaboration or just adding noise. Then […]

One drum I regularly bang when coaching salespeople is the need to communicate effectively. I will freely admit I have many different drums — any one of which I can be found banging on while trying to get my message across — but that’s not important right now. Communicating effectively doesn’t just mean making sure […]

On Experiential Signage Day of LAVNCH WEEK 12 (a biannual, virtual event hosted by rAVe [PUBS] that educates members of the AV industry), Steph Beckett hosted as experts in digital signage shared their experiences with the evolving technological landscape. This is a short summary; you can check out the full day’s content on demand via […]

TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (TCL CSOT) has started construction on the world’s first 8.6-generation inkjet printing OLED production line, a move the company said marks a major milestone in high-end display manufacturing. The new “t8” project broke ground in Guangzhou, China, on Oct. 21 and represents an investment estimated at more than USD 4 […]

We live in a world full of screens. On a daily basis, we use several — iPhones, TVs and laptops in our workspaces. In this fully digital environment, it becomes increasingly challenging to capture people’s attention with displays. And even if we can create that “wow factor” in a display, how can we better plan […]

Jetbuilt announced a strategic partnership with AV industry experts Sean Wargo and Lee Dodson to advance market intelligence capabilities for the professional audiovisual sector. The collaboration will merge Jetbuilt’s extensive real-world project data with the analytics expertise of Wargo and Dodson to deliver actionable insights for manufacturers, integrators and consultants. “Sean and Lee bring an […]

This month’s survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey!  As AV systems become increasingly networked, the line between AV and IT security continues to blur. From unsecured endpoints to overlooked firmware updates, vulnerabilities can creep in anywhere — and attackers know it. This month’s Temperature Check explores how AV professionals […]

In this episode, I’m digging into Microsoft’s latest Teams update — one that’s raising a few eyebrows. Starting in December, Teams will automatically mark users as “in the office” when they connect to their organization’s Wi-Fi network. It’s meant to make hybrid work smoother, but it also opens the door to new questions about privacy […]

Almo Pro AV has introduced its newly revitalized Hospitality Leadership Team, a move designed to accelerate growth and enhance customer partnerships across the North American hospitality market. The announcement underscores the company’s commitment to delivering comprehensive technology, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), and service solutions to hotels and resorts amid a surge in demand for […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST I’ll say it: AI is no longer hype. It’s here, it’s real, and it’s already changing how enterprise AV and IT teams work. Every conversation I’ve had lately with integrators, manufacturers, and even the IT crowd ends up in the same place. AI isn’t something you experiment with anymore; it’s […]

Diversified announced that Paul Lidsky has been appointed CEO, expanding his leadership role beyond chairman of the board, a position he has held since 2023. The company said Lidsky will guide the next stage of its growth, focusing on global market expansion and service delivery improvements. “Paul is a highly respected leader with deep expertise […]

Biamp announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire assets of ClearOne, Inc., including intellectual property and brands. The acquisition enhances Biamp’s portfolio with advanced signal-processing designs and patents that have helped shape the professional audio conferencing industry. For more than 20 years, ClearOne engineers contributed to the development of core technologies in DSP, […]

Integrated Systems Events (ISE) has announced a new strategic partnership with EduTech Cluster and Fira de Barcelona to co-host the 12th edition of EdTech Congress Barcelona, taking place Feb. 4–5, 2026, at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona. The two-day event will run alongside ISE 2026 and continue its mission to explore how technology can […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST In AV, you probably hear the saying all the time: “You can have a meeting with no camera, but you can’t have a meeting with no audio.” We live and breathe this saying at this point. In education settings, while it may not be repeated as often, it’s the same […]

I assume that many, if not most, rAVe readers have at least some sales background, even if that’s not their main job role today. Then again, if I were a career technician writing for rAVe, I’d assume most readers were technicians, so that’s probably just my confirmation bias talking. There’s some social baggage that comes […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Barco ClickShare has released “Reimagining the Meeting Experience,” a new report created in partnership with WORKTECH Academy that explores how meeting culture, technology and design intersect in the hybrid era. The study defines four distinct meeting types — Collaborate, Create, Compete and Control — each requiring a different mix of […]

I sat down with Simon Holley, vice president of sales for the Americas at Sennheiser, about the company’s extended TeamConnect Bar M rebate program — a limited-time offer that gives customers a $300 rebate when purchasing the TC Bar M through an authorized U.S. reseller. We discussed why Sennheiser chose to extend the program through […]

I’ve talked before about taking the long game with prospective clients. As was drilled into me long ago, people are ready to buy when they’re ready — or more specifically, when you’ve built trust and demonstrated value. It’s your job to listen, find solutions, and, along the way, check all their boxes for them. Business […]

  AI trailblazer Sol Rashidi has been announced as a keynote speaker for Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, where she will challenge attendees to look beyond the hype of artificial intelligence. Rashidi, recognized as the world’s first Chief AI Officer, will take the stage at 1 p.m. on Feb. 4, 2026, in Barcelona. Her keynote […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Audio is no longer an afterthought in AV installs — and for that, we’re all grateful. As much as I’d like to say everyone just came to their senses one day, the real trend driving audio’s rise is our obsession with immersive experiences. What used to feel futuristic is now […]

Nureva Inc. has been granted a new U.S. patent for its Microphone Mist technology, the proprietary platform that powers all Nureva audio systems. The patent, issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), recognizes Nureva’s novel approach to combining in-room voice amplification with full-room microphone pickup for hybrid collaboration and learning spaces. The […]

From Cafeteria LANs to Center Stage: A Player’s Journey The first time they sit down on stage, the lights are blinding, the crowd is buzzing, and every camera is pointed their way. The monitor flickers, the countdown starts, and the dream of going pro suddenly feels real. But this moment doesn’t happen overnight. It doesn’t […]

Steph Beckett to lead rAVe [PUBS], advancing editorial strategy, multimedia coverage and trusted industry insights rAVe [PUBS], the audiovisual industry’s premier digital media hub and trusted source for all things AV/IT, unified communications and digital signage, announces the promotion of Steph Beckett to Executive Editor of rAVe [PUBS]. Beckett, who previously served as Managing Editor, […]

Business people like to talk about “doing due diligence,” but in my experience, actual, intensive due diligence is more often honored in the breach than the observance. It’s human nature, when presented with a deal or opportunity that seems too good to be true, to engage in wishful thinking. Sure, it seems too good to […]

The October Temperature Check survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey!  Esports used to be “something the kids were into.” Now it’s a global business with universities building arenas, brands hosting tournaments and integrators racing to keep up. We want to know: Are you in the game, on the sidelines […]