Digital signage showing signs of life for healthcare facilities
Digital signage shines brightest when the organization understands their audience. Most public-facing customers leverage digital signage as an efficient means of advertising their goods or services to the “consumer,” which exemplifies the power that targeted content on digital displays brings to retail and hospitality environments. Private organizations generally use digital signage to communicate both general […]
Sustainability Starts with Smart AV Design – Is Your AV System Wasting Energy?
Have you ever walked into an empty meeting room where the projector is still running, the lights are on and the audio system hums in the background? Now multiply that scenario across thousands of buildings, events and installations worldwide.The result? An enormous waste of energy, resources and money ! In today’s world, where sustainability is […]
AV Project Implementation Process: From Concept to Completion
The successful implementation of AV systems requires meticulous planning, coordination and execution across various phases. Whether you’re working on a large-scale installation or a more specialized project, following a structured approach ensures that every detail is addressed and the final system operates seamlessly. Based on years of experience and industry best practices, I would like […]
ISE 2025: 5 Essential Tips from an AV Cybersecurity Expert
Explore essential cybersecurity tips for Networked AV shared by experts at ISE 2025. TheThe evolution of Pro AV to Networked AV holds many positives, though in the world of cybersecurity there are some concerns that come along with the convenience. At ISE 2025, Shaun Reardon, Principal CyberSecurity Consultant – DNV AS and Graeme Scott, Global […]
Bank digital signage: 4 ways to use
Banks are using many technologies to create a modern banking experience from AI to chatbots and more. In the branch, most banks deploy more advanced ATMs or self-service tools. However another tool that is making waves is bank digital signage. With digital signage in the branch, banks can perform many tasks simultaneously from reinforcing messaging […]
ISE 2025: 5 Techniques to Create a Convincing Digital Human
At ISE Barcelona, Ivan Lau, Co-Founder and CEO of Pantheon Lab, presented the essential techniques developed by his company to create lifelike digital humans for retail. Anyone who has spent hours creating their perfect digital self in a video game knows the importance of getting it just right. Ivan Lau also knows a thing or two about […]
Upgrade Your Digital Signage: MagicInfo Services Empowers Workflow with Slack and Microsoft Teams Integration
In the dynamic world of digital communication, staying ahead means using the most innovative tools available. At MagicInfo Services, we are dedicated to empowering our clients with the best solutions that streamline workflows and enhance digital signage strategies. We have added Slack and Microsoft Teams to our MagicINFO marketplace, which is like a cool toolbox […]
Navori Labs achieves Google Chrome recommended status
Navori Labs‘ Navori digital signage software has received the blessing of Google and recognized as ‘Chrome Enterprise Recommended,’ reflecting its high performance on ChromeOS. The recognition underscores the compatibility and seamless integration of Navori’s digital signage platform with ChromeOS devices, according to a press release. Navori software has undergone rigorous testing to ensure robust performance, […]
MagicINFO Explained: Use Channels to Enhance Your Digital Signage
Catering to different audiences at various times of the day is one of the most common requests among customers looking for a digital signage solution. Those using MagicINFO are able to do this using a simple, yet powerful feature: channels. In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know about creating […]
Omnichannel Strategy: Attract and captivate within the shop
Explore strategies to captivate, engage, and successfully transform your store as part of a comprehensive approach. The point of sale is a crucial moment in the omnichannel purchasing journey, and the storefront is one of the most critical channels for activation. Explore strategies to captivate, engage, and successfully transform your store as part of a […]
KVM-over-IP: A Cost-effective, Flexible Solution for High-Performance AV Applications
Discover cost-effective, flexible KVM-over-IP solutions for high-performance AV needs. Download our white paper to learn how your organization can streamline workflows, reduce latency, and enhance security in high-performance audiovisual environments. Creating, editing, displaying, and saving massive volumes of quickly changing, time-indexed, high-resolution audiovisual content requires IT infrastructure that can keep up with these high demands. […]
Legrand | AV To Feature Innovative AV Solutions at ISE 2025
Legrand | AV, a global provider of audiovisual solutions, has announced its solutions lineup for ISE 2025, Feb. 4-7, in Barcelona. Per the company, attendees to the Legrand | AV booth, 3N600 will discover its latest innovations from C2G, Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic and Vaddio — all designed to deliver notable AV experiences. “At […]
HDMI 2.2 Announced at CES 2025
HDMI Forum Inc. announced the newest specification of HDMI at CES 2025 this week, known as HDMI 2.2. While hints at the announcement have been building up over the course of this past December, the announcement revealed the new capabilities of HDMI 2.2 including a 96Gbps bandwidth, support for 16K resolution, and an enhanced audio/video syncing […]
The AV Innovations Poised to Boom in 2025
The AV industry is on the brink of a major transformation, with groundbreaking advancements set to redefine how we experience sound and visuals. Looking ahead to 2025, numerous innovations are expected to drive significant growth and unlock new opportunities for AV professionals. After reviewing ongoing trends, writing and examining countless topics throughout 2024, here are […]
8 Signs It’s Time to Modernize Your Workplace AV Tools
Five years after the pandemic pushed organizations to embrace remote-work technologies, many companies are realizing their once adequate AV tools haven’t kept pace with the changing dynamics of today’s workplace. For example, the most pressing needs in Spring 2020 were to stay operational and quickly get your teams connected from anywhere. Today, however, it’s all […]
5 Ways Restaurants Can Boost Business with Automated Shades
Integrators with restaurant clients take note: many restaurants are already enjoying the myriad ways that the latest smart devices can increase business and enhance profits. These devices can include everything from smart refrigerators that track inventory and expiration dates; to digital ordering kiosks that make fast-food restaurants even faster; to smart lighting and thermostats that […]
How Security & AV Integrators Can Benefit From All-in-One Approach
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, nearly everything — security systems, AV systems, speakers, cameras, intercoms, access control, video displays, conference rooms and lighting— is interconnected through the network. Moreover, an increasing number of products now offer connectivity, enabling remote monitoring, configuration and integration. This networked ecosystem presents a unique opportunity for system integrators to […]
9 AV Trends to Watch in 2025
The lights dim as your conference room comes to life, effortlessly syncing with your guests’ arrival. Devices hum quietly to readiness, the temperature feels just right and not a single button is pressed. This isn’t a distant dream, but the new reality…where cutting-edge audiovisual technology merges with intelligent automation to transform how we work, meet […]
How AI is Transforming the Digital Signage Industry
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the digital signage industry, opening up new opportunities for professional integrators that serve the small and midsize business (SMB) market. AI-powered systems are enabling SMBs to move beyond static displays to deliver dynamic, personalized, and data-driven messaging. From tailoring promotions to specific customer groups in retail stores to simplifying internal […]
2024 Roundup: A Look At The AV Industry Deep Dives
In 2024, Commercial Integrator compiled several comprehensive reports on the state of the commercial AV industry with topics ranging from AV-over-IP, performance audio, business resources, to name a few. As we close out the year, CI invites you to reflect on the trends and insights gleaned from our Deep Dives throughout the year. Join us as we recap briefly […]