AV Week - MP3 Edition

Room kits have gone from "nice-to-have" to "why-aren’t-you-using-this?" in record time, reshaping how AV and IT teams approach meeting spaces. Meanwhile, ignoring TAA compliance? That’s a fast-track to being ghosted from federal and EDU bids, no matter how killer your system is.The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and his expert guest panel unpack how room kits are cannibalizing custom installs and what other AV verticals should borrow from the kit playbook. Plus, they break down the critical role TAA/BAA compliance plays in making or breaking your next big government project.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInJeremy Glowacki – Projector CentralThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – NETGEAR acquires ExiumDigital Signage Today – SpinetiX has new Q-SYS certified pluginAVNation – Matrox earns AWS validationEssential Install – Peerless-AV's SEAMLESS launchesCTI – CTI Acquires Candeo VisionRoundtable Topics:rAVe Pubs – Ro

The AV industry is bracing for impact as tariff chaos threatens to detonate project budgets before InfoComm 2025 even begins. The mic market is in beast mode, thanks to the content creator gold rush that’s turning every basement into a broadcast studio. The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright leads a must-hear conversation with industry pros diving into the real cost of AV tariffs, the need for stability in economic policy to make informed AV decisions, and why the rise of podcasting and the demand for better audio in conferencing are pushing plug-and-play audio gear to dominate boardrooms and bedrooms alike.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Mark J. Pescatore – SCNJason Haynie – Q2This Week In AV:AV Network – AVPro Global Acquires RTIStrata-Gee – Harman & Klipsch LitigationrAVe Pubs – Open AV Cloud Launched by Panasonic, Sony, BrightSign & moreAV Magazine – Cisco Fastest Growing Partner for TeamsCommercial Integrator – Visionary Renews Partnership with Re

"Full stack" AV is the hottest buzzword in town, but are vendors building the future or just stacking up marketing fluff? NΞXXT promises to be your AI transformation superhero, but will they save the day or just add to the villain roster? The video version of this podcast can be found here.Tim Albright and his panel of industry experts bring the heat this week on AVWeek! They break down whether full stack AV is true innovation or just integration theater and put the promises of AI under the microscope. The discussion also dives into how AI is helping create smarter, more immersive AV experiences and how, at its core, AV is all about enhancing communication. Plus, they explore what the industry truly needs from AI-focused organizations versus what we’re actually getting.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVCraig Durr – Collab CollectiveMisty Chalk – BrightSignThis Week In AV:AV Network – Sonance Acquires Blaze AudioThe Verge – Project Starline is now Google BeamAV Magazine – Samsung

Say goodbye to matrix switchers, AV-over-IP is eating their lunch and taking their jobs! Those "trunk slammers" promising bargain installs? They're like discount sushi, cheap going in, catastrophic coming out.The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright returns with another essential episode of AVWeek to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the unstoppable rise of AV-over-IP, and the hidden costs of hiring "trunk slammers".Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Amala Reddie – Commercial IntegratorBren Walker – KirkegaardSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsThis Week In AV:Reuters – China and US Tariffs pausedForbes – RØDE Purchases LectrosonicsBleeping Computer – Microsoft Will Block Screen Captures in TeamsAV Network – Sony Expands Bravia LineAVNation – QSC Expands Q-SYS PlatformRoundtable Topics:rAVe Pubs – Selling To 'Trunk Slammers'Commercial AV – The Future of AV over IPAVNation – Jetbuilt Powered by AISee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor

Cheap Digital Signage: Can Korbyt help Amazon Signage Stick take over Pro AV? Projectors and Video Walls: even if price isn't a restriction, the way it is for education, our panel has some reasons why a projector might be the right choice for your big room. A touchscreen with buttons? LG is showing off a flat display that can "protrude touch buttons" on demand at SID Display Week. Will this revolutionize control system panels? The video version of this podcast can be found here.Patrick Norton steps in for Tim Albright on this week's episode of AVWeek, discussing with our panel of experts Amazon's efforts to dominate digital signage, why projectors will continue to be the choice for classrooms - and other large rooms - even as video walls become more affordable, and LG's new touchscreen technology that can "protrude" touch buttons on demand.Host: Patrick NortonGuests:Willie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInMichell Loret – ITAVAISusan Wilhite – BluefinThis Week In AV:Harman – Masimo Selling Consumer Audio

Cable wars heat up as Chinese powerhouses unleash GPMI—the fee-free standard that makes HDMI look like dial-up! Smart AV engineering hits the classroom in China's education overhaul, but can degrees keep pace with real-world tech? Fake L-Acoustics gear nearly brought the house down literally as counterfeiters gambled with lives using half-strength metal components!The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week, we’re bringing in industry experts to break down the latest developments reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the emergence of GPMI as a challenger to established cable standards, whether specialized AV degrees are the future of industry education, and how companies like L-Acoustics are fighting back against dangerous counterfeits. Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jennifer Weaver – Laia TechnologiesDavid Maldow – Let's Do VideoAndrew Page – EmpiricalThis Week In AV:Commercial Integrator – Kramer's Tariff UpdatesMimo Monitors – Mimo Displays TAA CompliantShure – Shure Intell

Going green while saving green? AVer's trade-in program is a win-win knockout! And Hackers turned chicken menus into political billboards overnight, is your network next? The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and industry guests dive into the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the business and environmental benefits of AVer's new trade-in program, critical security lessons from the massive Canadian restaurant menu board hack, and the growing need to educate AV users and integrators on network security through essential best practices.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInGina Sansivero – AtlasIEDLuke Jordan – Electro AcousticsThis Week In AV:AV Magazine– Blackmagic Design Halts Plans for US FactoryAV Network – Remembering Martijn van der WoudeCNBC – Google Says Return To Office Or QuitrAVe Pubs – SNA Displays Giant LED Screen at 5 Times SquareBusiness Wire – AVI Systems Becomes FORTÉRoundtable Topics:AV Buye

Forget “Is AV-over-IP the future?”—the real question is: how much of your AV stack has it already replaced? InfoComm 2025 is putting old-school education in detention with gamified, VR-enhanced, AI-boosted learning experiences. The video version of this podcast can be found here.On this week’s AVWeek, Tim Albright is joined by expert guests to unpack the future of commercial AV. From the rise of AV-over-IP protocols to the introduction of IPMX standards and the growing need for AV security in enterprise IT, we explore how these advancements are revolutionizing education, from K-12 classrooms to higher education campuses.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInRyan Gray – Yavapai CollegeSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsThis Week In AV:AVNation – QSC's Response to TariffsUS Customs & Border Protection – Reciprocal Tariff ExclusionAVNation – Crestron's Response to TariffsTechRadar – Zoom OutageCommercial Integrator – Chris Neto Named AV Living LegendRoundtable Topics:Commercial Integrator –

"Your crappy audio is making you sound dumb!" - science now confirms what AV pros have known forever! Behind every mission-critical operation is a dazzling command center that's evolved from clunky projectors to jaw-dropping DVLED walls. And that "refurbished" label? It's no longer tech purgatory—it's your ticket to premium gear at bargain prices while saving the planet! The video version of this episode can be found here.Join host Tim Albright and industry experts as they dive into audio quality's surprising psychological impact, the evolution and challenges of command and control installations, and whether refurbished AV gear is worth the investment. Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVPat Venditte – Pearl TechnologyVictoria Ferrari – CTILinks to sources:Crestron – Tariffs & AVMidwich Ignite – Ignite Invests in NetSpeekAVNation – NAB 2025 CoverageAV Magazine – New Display Standard, GPMILive Science – 3D Holographic TechnologyrAVe Pubs – Bad Audio Linked To Perception of

"Our brains are being fracked by endless screen time!" Attention spans have plummeted by 30% in two decades, yet companies are doubling down on mandatory office work. Europe’s return-to-office strategy is flexible and measured, while the U.S. is all mandates and mayhem—Amazon didn’t even count its desks before calling employees back! The video version of this podcast can be found here.This week on AVWeek, host Tim Albright and Bren Walker explore the battle between corporate control and worker autonomy. From Europe’s strategic return to Amazon’s desk shortage disaster, they’ll break down how workplace design, technology, and leadership decisions shape the future of work.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardLinks to sources:WIRED – Bleak Office ConditionsCNBC– Push Against Return to OfficeZoe Talent Solutions – European Remote Work StatisticsHelsinki Times – Return To Office in EuropeCBRE – Office Attendance Rise in EuropeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv

Tariffs vs. Commercial AV: panic, or be thankful it's not nearly as bad as the pandemic supply chain problems??? ISE and AVIXA say getting new people into AV is the industry's biggest problem. We've got ideas on where you can find the next generation of audio visual professionals! Best practices for designing and maintaining hybrid classrooms, and more! The video version of this podcast can be found here.Every week we gather the biggest news and information for the commercial AV space. We gather a panel of experts to discuss what integrators need to know about our industry. Patrick Norton takes the helm this week and is joined by AV sage Willie Franklin, Jenny Hicks from Midwich Group, and George Pappas of i5LED.Host: Patrick NortonGuests:George Pappas – i5LEDJenny Hicks – MidwichWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInLinks to sources:AV Network – Tariffs & AV ExpectationsAV Magazine – Tariffs Affecting AV IndustryAV Magazine – Hiring Difficulties In AVAVNation – Remote Learning ComplianceNotes:AVN

Mini-Spheres are coming - bringing immersive entertainment to the masses without the $2.3 billion price tag! As traditional networking giants chase AI, NETGEAR doubles down on broadcast AV with its DPP partnership and a strong focus on AI governance. From manual onboarding to AI automation: smart UC management is transforming the video conferencing experience while sparking debates on privacy versus features. Tim Albright hosts another can't-miss episode of AVWeek, tackling the future of immersive entertainment with mini-Spheres, the intersection of AV and broadcast technology with NETGEAR's industry moves, and the practical applications of AI in unified communications that drive interoperability.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jennifer Weaver – Laia TechnologiesNathan Coutinho – LogitechNeil Fluester – Neil on LinkedInLinks to sources:UC Today – AI for VideoconferencingAV Magazine – Sphere plans Mini-Sphere InstallationsAVNation – NETGEAR joins DPPSee Pr

The video version of this podcast can be found here.Microsoft Teams and traditional AV pros are locked in a tug-of-war between quick installs and premium experiences. And pour one out for Skype – after 14 years and $8.5 billion, Microsoft is pulling the plug this May. Plus a new and ACTUALLY improved HDMI 2.2 delivers double the bandwidth for 10K resolution.Dive deep with AV industry experts as they break down the seismic shifts transforming commercial AV! Whether Microsoft's AI-obsessed Teams strategy clashes with AV pro values and the impact of Skype’s 60-day countdown. Plus, discover how HDMI 2.2’s Ultra96 certification is revolutionizing esports and digital signage while fueling the debate on USB-C vs. HDMI, UC security, and AV over IP’s role in the future of connectivity.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInGarth Lobban – AtlonaTony Fragale – Midwich USLinks to sources:The Verge – Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in MayAV Network – HDMI 2.2 & Pro AVAV Magazine – Microsoft Teams Ecos

How AI-powered AV is getting you coffee faster and more efficiently. Cutting-edge AV training and education are shaping the future of the industry. An industry icon is retiring. From Extron’s next-generation training facility redefining hybrid learning, to Bocca Felice’s AI-driven drive-thru experience, to QSC’s vision for smart spaces, we dive into the innovations transforming how AV and IT professionals design, deploy, and manage technology. Join us as we discuss the trends, challenges, and opportunities driving the next wave of AV evolution.Join guests from UAMS, AV Magazine, and Caster Communications as we explore the cutting edge of audiovisual technology with industry leaders who are revolutionizing how we interact with our environments. We'll examine Extron's remarkable five-week transformation of their education center, featuring advanced hybrid learning capabilities that seamlessly connect in-person and remote participants. We'll also discuss the impact Joe Pham of QSC has had on AV. Plus, disco

Why are Fortune 500 companies choosing to rent rather than buy those stunning LED displays? The answer might surprise your CFO. AV and building management have been like awkward exes at a cocktail party for decades—until now they're finally chatting. Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the dramatic convergence of AV and building systems that'll transform your workspace through enhanced AV user experience and energy management. Plus, explore digital transformation in the industry and the game-changing rental strategy from Samsung that's flipping the industry on its head.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AVScott Tiner – Bates CollegeVanessa Tolisano – KinlyLinks to sources:AV Magazine – Samsung's Wall leasingrAVe Pubs – AV Solutions & Building ManagmentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Modern projectors turn imagination into reality, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. And digital signage just leveled up—Samsung is partnering with Cielo's AI. Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including Christie's transformative projection technology at BYD's energy vehicle museum, showcasing immersive audio visual experiences and AV sustainability like never before.Plus, unpack Samsung's groundbreaking partnership with Cielo for AI-powered digital signage, highlighting AI in AV and the future of audio visual setup for small offices. We also dove into the exciting world of XR, Virtual Production, and Broadcast AV, exploring how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming the industry.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Bren Walker – KirkegaardJoe Dunbar – Midwich USTim Van Woeart – Rutgers UniversityLinks to sources:AVNation – Christie Projectors Used In MuseumAV Buyers' Club – Samsung Partners With Cielo for AI

We had so much to discuss about Integrated Systems Europe 2025 that we couldn't keep it to just one episode. And to be fair, the last one was named 'Part 1'. You should've expected this. What else you can expect is a discussion from AV industry experts like Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts (Host of A State of Control) and Jennifer Weaver of NextLVL Learning (Host of AV Career Mastermind) to discuss their impression of the show and what they saw. We also join HETMA chair (and host of EDTech) and Jeremy Caldera of Pearl Technology (not a host, but a valued friend) to discuss what they saw at the show and their experiences in Barcelona.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Jennifer Weaver – NextLVLSteve Greenblatt – Control ConceptsErin Maher-Moran – HETMAJeremy Caldera – Pearl Technology[SubscribeAVWeek]See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The biggest international AV trade show, Integrated Systems Europe 2025, took place in Barcelona last week. We saw so much innovative technology for the AV industry that we had to check in with other experts in our space to get everything from the show floor. We talk to Jason Ward from Warwick Audio Visual, Tanya Houston from Wildwood Plus, Iffat Chaudhry of Involve Visual Collaboration and Joe Way from HETMA to ask what they've seen at the show.Our coverage doesn't just stop at AVWeek. We spent the entire show in the halls, talking to manufacturers and companies about the new tech they we showing off at ISE. Find all our coverage and more at this page.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Tanya Houston – Wildwood PlusJason Ward – Warwick AVIffat Chaudhry – InvolveJoe Way – HETMASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Slow growth or strategic pause? AVIXA's latest numbers reveal what’s ahead for Pro AV—and what it means for IT managers seeking software-forward devices that prioritize the end-user experience, not just gray boxes. Meet ReVolve, the world’s first 10-meter LED that disappears on command. AV produces a lot of data, but who owns it, and can it be leveraged for smarter operations? Logitech Spot just changed the workplace game.Tune in to AVWeek, where Tim Albright and industry experts serve up the hottest tea on the latest developments in the commercial AV world! Explore AVIXA's latest industry report findings, examine Primeview's innovative ReVolve display technology, and unpack Logitech's smart approach to workplace optimization with their new Spot sensor.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on TwitterJoel Carroll – MersiveBrittany Delgado – Midwich USLinks to sources:AVNetwork – AVIXA Pro AV Index Numbers; Slowing GrowthAV Magazine – Primeview's Direct LED roll-up screensrAVe Pubs – Logitech Previews

JPMorgan says 'everybody in!' while Amazon scrambles for desk space - the office return saga just got real! Plot twist at The Sphere: Holoplot's dramatic pivot leaves the AV world stunned and partners hanging in mid-air! Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, from Holoplot's dramatic pivot to workplace technology transformations including emerging cybersecurity risks, strategies for enhancing collaborative workplace technologies.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Elliott Moores – Elliott on LinkedInKelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedInRob Rasberry – DrexelLinks to sources:ProAVL Asia – HoloPlot 'Focused on Sphere' moving forwardAV Magazine – JP Morgan orders return to officeAVNation – The future of fan engagementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.