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  • Monday · 36 min

    Microsoft's Voluntary Exit Strategy | AVWeek 793

    Microsoft is cutting workforce costs while investing heavily in AI. Could AV/UC be next to feel the pressure? And when it comes to talent, “Hiring is only half the battle. Developing people is what matters next.” The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests explore the latest developments across commercial AV, from Microsoft's changing workforce strategy to the growing need to develop stronger, future-ready technical teams. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Cindy Davis – AV Technology Rebecca Sullins – TEECOM Ryan Gray – Yavapai College This Week In AV: Kinly – Tom Martin to Become CEO and Ken Scaturro to Join the Board AV Magazine – Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms to offer improved interoperability AV Network – Maryland county approves plan to bring a Sphere to National Harbor Inavate – Spark 2027 expands at Fira Montjuïc with immersive technology program Roundtable Topics: Reuters – Microsoft offers buyouts to around 60,000 employees to contain costs rAVe Pubs – How We Develop People Matters See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 26 · 34 min

    Is It Ever Really Just A Single Pane of Glass? | AVWeek 792

    Navori Labs is betting on an all-in-one digital signage platform, but does the industry really need another solution? Amazon's $699 signage display is shaking up the conversation around who belongs in commercial AV. And the OpenAI security case delivers a warning: “Not every AV security threat comes through the network.” The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests break down the latest commercial AV developments, from digital signage competition and Amazon's market expansion to protecting conference rooms against insider security threats. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Craig Durr – Collab Collective Phillip Cordell – Visionary Victoria Ferrari – M3 Technology This Week In AV: AV Magazine – Sony Wins Emmy for NMOS AV Magazine – Amazon Enters Digital Signage Installation International – Rise AV launches North America Council AV Magazine – Daktronics to Close Factory in Ireland Roundtable Topics: AVNation – OpenAI Bugging Incident AV Network – Management Platform Options See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 19 · 28 min

    What's Holding 4K Back? | AVWeek 791

    Roland examines why mixing HD and 4K equipment can complicate production upgrades. Faye Bennett’s latest report challenges workplace AV teams to demonstrate business value beyond keeping systems running. Plus, Absen’s education display white paper explores usability, centralized management, and reliability across classrooms and campuses. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Patrick Norton and guests Jennifer Weaver of AVIXA and Erica Carroll of CharBett Strategies discuss whether cost, complexity, or demand is slowing 4K adoption. They also explore how AV teams can prove their value while managing daily support demands, and whether advanced classroom displays are becoming more accessible or widening the technology gap between institutions with different budgets. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA Erica Carroll – CharBett Strategies Roundtable Topics: rAVe Pubs – 4K Adoption Challenges AV Magazine – Rethinking AV Workplace Support AVNation – Absen White Paper Focuses on Higher Education Displays See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 12 · 33 min

    Memory Prices At Breaking Point | AVWeek 790

    When should an AV project be judged: at handover or after years of real-world use? “Memory shortages aren't going away anytime soon,” and growing demand from AI could make the supply situation even tighter. What does that mean for AV manufacturers, integrators, and buyers? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for another must-watch AVWeek as they discuss long-term AV project performance, rising memory demand, and the potential challenges ahead for commercial AV. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Dawn Meade – TeamPeople Kristin Bidwell – AVCT Tom Kehr – Almo This Week In AV: AV Network – TD Synnex to Acquire BlueStar AV Magazine – AV Sustainability Summit 2026 Inavate – Logitech's Rally Bar 2 Launches UC Today – Cisco's Products at WebexOne 2026 Essential Install – Crestron unveils DM NVX 370 Roundtable Topics: Inavate – Memory Shortages Continue in Tech Spaces AV Magazine – Evaluating Projects After Handoffs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 5 · 32 min

    The Intersection of Residential & Commercial AV | AVWeek 789

    Residential AV and lighting are coming deeper into the ProAV world, is that expanding the industry or blurring its identity? And when certification renewal is on the calendar, “the smartest RU choice is one that adds knowledge along with credits.” The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for a must-watch AVWeek exploring the changing boundaries of commercial AV, the place of residential technology and lighting at ProAV shows, and where professionals can find RUs that support both certification and career development. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AV Sharath Abraham – Jabra Tony Fragale – Midwich This Week In AV: Yahoo! Finance – Apple Prepares A Siri Powered Smart Home Hub Shure – IntelliMix Bar Pro Shipping Now Installation International – Nureva launches AI-powered Room Assistant AVNation – Nexora Announces Five Outstanding Leaders Named Finalists for CRN’s 2026 Women of the Year Awards Roundtable Topics: AV Network – AVIXA Announces Leadership Team for RESIDE and Lightapalooza Inavate – RCF Academy Now AVIXA RU Provider InfoComm - Presenters Wanted for InfoComm 2027 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 28 · 29 min

    How Bias Affects AV Projects | AVWeek 788

    One bundle, multiple vendors, fewer integration headaches, but what happens when something goes wrong? And the consultant debate gets equally uncomfortable: “Disclosure names a conflict; it doesn’t remove it.” So, how much should supplier relationships matter when choosing AV advice? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for a must-watch AVWeek covering the latest commercial AV updates, including the real tradeoffs behind multi-vendor bundles and how to distinguish independent from affiliated consultants. Host: Tim Albright Guests:Samantha Haun – Presentations Concepts Corporation Dan Gundry – Command+Control Alliance This Week In AV:AV Network – Christopher Mounts Named Global CEO of FORTÉ Sound & Video Contractor – LG fights back against claims its TVs can secretly listen in on conversations AV Magazine – ISE 2027 to grow floor space by 7% and spread to two sites Installation International – IBC 2026 draws over 41,000 attendees to Amsterdam AV Buyers' Club – Barco, Huddly and Shure Launch Microsoft Teams-Certified Bundle for Medium Meeting Rooms Roundtable Topics: AV Buyers' Club – Barco, Huddly and Shure Launch Microsoft Teams-Certified Bundle for Medium Meeting Rooms AV Magazine – AVIXA urged to look again at risk of bias in AV consultants See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 21 · 23 min

    Let The Drones Bring You AV Equipment | AVWeek 787

    AVI-SPL explores autonomous drone delivery for critical commercial AV equipment. D-Tools reports a sharply divided integration market, with a third of integrators growing more than 51% while another third declined by at least 21%. Plus, AVNation. TV has the latest from IBC 2026. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Patrick Norton and the AVWeek panel discuss whether drone delivery is practical or promotional, what the D-Tools data reveals about the state of the AV industry, and the growing demand for broadcast-quality video and AI-powered media tools. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: Dawn Meade – TeamPeople Rebecca Sullins – TEECOM Justin Dawson – All Things TechIE This Week In AV: rAVe Pubs – AVI-SPL Partners with Matternet for drone delivery AV Magazine – D-Tools Report on industry D-Tools – 2026 Mid-Year Report AVNation – IBC 2026 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 14 · 31 min

    Teams Is Ending Android Support (Don't Panic!) | AVWeek 786

    Microsoft Teams Rooms users face an important Android 10 and 11 lifecycle warning. Sony’s new SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10 PTZ cameras let AV pros choose between AI-powered auto-framing and a more traditional 4K PTZ camera. Plus, what can commercial AV learn from CEDIA Expo 2026? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Patrick Norton and the AVWeek panel discuss device lifecycle and security, whether customers really need AI in every AV product, and what Pro AV can take away from the residential technology market. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: Bill O'Donnell – Rutgers Mark Pescatore – SCN Renee Benson – Sony This Week In AV/ Roundtable Topics: CE Pro – CEDIA Expo 2026 Winners AV Magazine – Teams Ending Support for Android 10 & 11 AVNation – Sony Launches "AI-as-an-option" PTZ Cameras See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 7 · 32 min

    The Looming AV Consolidation | AVWeek 785

    AV is consolidating fast, and the real debate is no longer whether it will continue, it’s whether customers will actually benefit from it. Meanwhile, Sony and VITEC put partnerships front and center: “The next competitive advantage may come from how well your technology works with someone else’s.” The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return for another must-watch AVWeek episode exploring the latest moves shaping commercial AV. This week, they unpack the impact of consolidation on the industry and discuss why partnerships, compatibility, and broader technology relationships are becoming harder for manufacturers and customers to ignore. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA George Chacko – Pace University Jason Haynie – Q2 This Week In AV: Inavate – NDI Hits 1.2 Million Hardware rAVe Pubs – Jabra Launches Jabra Reach AV Buyers Club – Epson Launches All-in-One dvLED AV Magazine – Apple's New Mini Mac Includes USB-C Commercial Integrator – Sony's 2026 AV Tech Expo Dates Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – AV Consolidation and Mergers rAVe Pubs – Sony & VITEC Partner See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • August 31 · 28 min

    TAA Compliance Isn't What You Think It Is | AVWeek 784

    TAA compliance isn’t about national security. So why does that misconception still persist across AV? At the same time, global customers want “speed, predictability, and transparency” wherever they operate. Are AV organizations ready to deliver? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests unpack the latest commercial AV developments, taking a closer look at TAA and BAA and discussing practical best practices for organizations that need to support customers around the world. Host: Tim Albright Guests: David Maldow – Let's Do Video Pat Venditte – Pearl Technology This Week In AV: AV Magazine – FORTÉ acquires APAC’s largest AV integrator Vega Global Inavate – D-Tools & Portal.io Announce Merger rAVe Pubs – Logitech Launches 10 New Partner Integrations for Logitech Spot AVIXA – AVIXA Xchange Is Evolving Sound & Video Contractor – AIMS Alliance Welcomes Bolin Technology and ITDev Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Trade Agreement Act Compliance AV Network – FORTÉ and GPA Announce Split See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • August 24 · 35 min

    Is There A Sphere Limit? | AVWeek

    If one Sphere can make AV impossible to ignore, what could ten do? SAVe is pushing sustainability from industry promise to practical action, while AI raises a tougher question: when does an AI-generated response become a business record? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his AV industry guests break it all down on AVWeek, from the promotional power of multiple Spheres and the real value of green initiatives for end users to the growing compliance challenge of AI across UC. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Brandy Johnson - PTZOptics Brock McGinnis - Nationwide AV Chris Neto - Midwich This Week in AV: Yahoo! Finance - Unified Communications and Collaboration Market to Surge to $715 Billion by 2035 AV Buyers' Club - Vue Cinemas Adds Auri Assistive Listening Technology Across 200 Screens AV Network - PTZOptics Launches Rise 4K PTZ Cameras AV Network - Q-SYS Welcomes Sharp to the Plug-In Ecosystem Commercial Integrator - CI’s 40 Influencers Under 40: Class of 2026 Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine - Sphere Entertainment sets sights on at least 10 Spheres AVNation -Shure Secures Sustainability in AV (SAve) Certification UCToday - AI Governance Reshaping Enterprise Communications Compliance See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • August 17 · 36 min

    Courting Controversy Within AV | AVWeek 782

    One vendor controversy can change how an entire industry looks at a company. But should it change how you buy from them? And as ADI begins its next chapter as a public company, the ownership question gets even more interesting: private equity, public or private, which model wins? 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 exploring the latest news and developments across commercial AV, including vendor controversies and buyer risk, before taking on the ownership debate shaping the industry. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedIn Mark Coxon – AVI-SPL Chris Bishop – LynTec This Week In AV: AV Magazine – FORTÉ and GPA to end their partnership at end of year AV Magazine – Elgato parent Corsair takes a minority stake in Bitfocus rAVe Pubs – Uniguest Acquires Visix to Expand Workplace and Campus Engagement AtlasIED – AtlasIED Installed in 80% of J.D. Power’s Top 30 Airports of 2025 AVNation – IP Showcase on the Water Announces Full Presentation Schedule for IBC2026 Roundtable Topics: AVNation – Daktronics NBA Investigation rAVe Pubs – ADI Global Distribution Begins Trading on the New York Stock Exchange 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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    August 10 · 30 min

    S E771: 4K Experiences | AVWeek 781

    Is it finally time to stop treating 4K like an upgrade and start calling it the standard? And as immersive AV pushes entertainment beyond the screen, one thing is becoming clear: “experience” is no longer just the finishing touch, it’s becoming the main event. Host Tim Albright and industry experts return for another AVWeek episode, breaking down the latest trends and conversations impacting commercial AV including the industry’s move toward 4K adoption and how creating meaningful user experiences is becoming just as important as the technology behind them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • August 3 · 31 min

    The Hidden Value of Certification | AVWeek 780

    Does a CTS still open doors, or has experience become the only credential that really matters? Meanwhile, the display industry is bracing for another price surge, and if chipflation keeps climbing, someone in commercial AV is going to foot the bill. The only question is: who? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests are back with another must-watch AVWeek episode discussing the latest news, and updates shaping the commercial AV industry. From whether CTS certification still moves careers forward to who absorbs the cost of rising display prices, they unpack what's changing across the commercial AV industry. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jenn Steinhardt – AVI-SPL Willie Franklin – Willie on LinkedIn Bill O'Donnell – Rutgers University This Week In AV: AV Magazine – Blackmagic co-founder sues directors over ‘A $98M stake’ AV Buyers' Club – Fusion Signage Integrates With Canva AV Magazine – Epson dominates sales ranking of B2B projectors in US AVNation – Extron Introduces a New Bluetooth to Dante Interface SCN – SCN Top AV Consultants 2026 Roundtable Topics: rAVe Pubs – Renewing Your CTS Certifications AV Magazine – Chip Costs Continues to Rise See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • July 27 · 31 min

    Educating The AV Industry The Right Way | AVWeek 779

    Standards only matter if people know how to use them. So is IPMX finally reaching its turning point? At the same time, projection mapping is breaking free from big-budget productions. Great for the industry... or the beginning of a crowded market? The video version of this podcast can be found here. In this episode of AVWeek, Tim Albright and his AV industry guests explore why IPMX education could shape the next generation of AV professionals and what the rapid growth of projection mapping means for integrators, creators, and end users. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA Phillip Cordell – Visionary Adrian Boyd – World Wide Technology This Week In AV: FOX 13 – Microsoft outage hits Teams, Outlook and more Inavate – AVIXA to work with Futuresource to offer market insights for pro-AV verticals rAVe Pubs – Siemens Acquires Precision Innovations AV Magazine – Panasonic and Hive deliver huge museum upgrade in Qatar AV Magazine – Poland unveils ‘Europe’s largest three-sided 3D LED screen’ Roundtable Topics: AV Network – IPMX Training Is Open AV Magazine – Panasonic projection trucks to democratize mapping in US See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • July 20 · 23 min

    Keeping AV Safe & Secure (Literally) | AVWeek 778

    "Cheap gear is only cheap until it fails." Safety failures remind us what really matters, PoE is putting the amplifier under pressure, and consumer AV keeps promising professional results. But is the industry solving problems... or creating new ones? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Patrick Norton leads another engaging AVWeek conversation with industry experts as they tackle three debates shaping the future of commercial AV. From safety on live events to the future of audio infrastructure and the ongoing consumer-versus-pro equipment discussion, this episode asks the tough questions and challenges conventional thinking. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: George Tucker – Corporate AV BC Hatchett – Vanderbilt University Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Stage Collapse in Italy, No Injuries AVNation – AV Technology vs. Consumer Electronics Inavate – Audio-Technica's Dante-Enabled Ceiling Speaker See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • July 13 · 29 min

    Is MDEP Worth It? | AVWeek 777

    How long can "good enough" keep holding AV back? While higher ed and corporate spaces rethink technology standards, Microsoft is making an even bigger play with MDEP moving into displays. Is this the future of enterprise AV or another ecosystem battle? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek episode tackling why "good enough" is no longer enough and what Microsoft's expanding MDEP strategy could mean for displays, IT management, and the future of enterprise AV. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AV Cara Shannon – Crestron Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedIn This Week In AV: Sound & Video Contractor – SMPTE Makes Its Standards Freely Accessible Shure – Shure Introduces Express Install for Microsoft Teams Rooms Inavate – Kinly launches UK demo centre with HP Dimension and Google Beam AV Magazine – SiliconCore unveils ‘world-first native touch LED display’ Installation International – Midwich announces dates for Tech Xpo 2026 Roundtable Topics: AV Network – Course Correction for AV Solutions AV Magazine – MDEP's Role In AV Industry See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • July 6 · 32 min

    For Trade Shows, It's Quality Over Quantity | AVWeek 776

    Is Cisco redefining the rules of collaboration, or simply responding to where the market is already headed? Meanwhile, InfoComm is raising an important conversation: success isn't always measured by attendance, but by who walks through the doors and why they came. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek, tackling the biggest conversations in commercial AV. From Cisco's evolving strategy to whether InfoComm should prioritize growth, quality, or both, this episode delivers the insights that matter. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Britt Yenser – Northampton Community College Jeremy Caldera – Pearl Technologies This Week In AV: rAVe Pubs – Xyte's Midyear 2026 AV Cloud Data Report Innavate – Sony Pictures invests $100m in immersive entertainment company Cosm AV Magazine – World Cup fans wowed by American stadium LED displays AVNation – Absen Unveils Upgraded Global Booking Platform Commercial Integrator – NETGEAR’s John Henkel: AV Living Legend Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Cisco launches native Zoom Rooms device experienceArticle1 AVNation – InfoComm 2026 Recap See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • June 29 · 25 min

    Making Connections & Experiences At InfoComm 2026 | AVWeek 775

    InfoComm 2026 was one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry this year, showing off the amazing technology of our space. And we had so many interesting conversations and guests to talk to that we couldn't fit it into just one episode! The video version of this podcast can be found here. Today we are joined by Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts, Erica Carroll of Charbett Strategies, Steph Beckett from rAVe Pubs and Jessica Sanders about their experiences on the show floor. We discuss what technology surprised them, the interactions within our community, and much more. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Steve Greenblatt – Control Concepts Erica Carroll – CharBett Strategies Steph Beckett – rAVe Pubs Jessica Sanders – Jessica on LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • June 22 · 25 min

    The InfoComm 2026 Experience | AVWeek 774

    InfoComm is one of the biggest shows for the AV industry. It's not just a place to see the latest innovations in display, collaboration and so much more. It's a chance to see our colleagues in the AV community and join in a celebration of our industry. But mostly, to see some really cool gadgets. We sit in Midwich's wonderful booth space to talk to those attending the show in many different sectors of AV. The video version of this podcast can be found here. First we talk to Chris Neto from Midwich alongside Justin Watts of AMD to discuss their show experience and the value of seeing this technology up close. Afterwards, we have a mini-HETMA corner with Erin Maher-Moran from Johns Hopkins University and Joe Way of UCLA to discuss what their side of InfoComm was like. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Chris Neto – Midwich Justin Watts – AMD Erin Maher-Moran – HETMA Joe Way – UCLA 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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