As AV systems become increasingly connected, cybersecurity must be considered at every stage of a system’s lifecycle. But are security best practices keeping pace with the technologies we’re deploying? This month’s Temperature Check explores when cybersecurity should be addressed, which security measures are most often overlooked and what’s standing in the way of stronger protection. […]

The relationship between AV and IT teams hasn’t always been a smooth one. This month’s temperature check survey focused on this evolving relationship — some of the remaining challenges, and overlapping expectations in today’s technology workflows. The responses from you, the readers, provided perspective on this relationship. In this piece, we examine those findings and […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s Temperature Check Survey!  In an industry that evolves as quickly as AV, learning doesn’t stop after your first job or your first certification. New technologies, changing customer expectations and evolving best practices mean professional development is an ongoing part of the job. This […]

Trends are everywhere, even in the AV industry. For May’s temperature check survey, we decided to ask you, the readers, what trends are influencing projects the most and having the biggest impact on the industry. We also asked what trend has been the most overhyped. Your responses provided some interesting perspectives on the ideas and […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s Temperature Check Survey!  The lines between residential and professional AV continue to blur as users bring consumer technology expectations into workplaces, classrooms, hospitality spaces and beyond. Intuitive interfaces, smart automation and seamless experiences are no longer “nice to have” — they’re becoming the […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey!  The future of AV is being shaped by technologies that are redefining how people interact with spaces, content and one another. From AI-powered automation and digital twins to spatial computing and immersive environments, innovation is happening across every corner of the industry. […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for the results, plus next month’s survey! Successful AV projects rely on more than just great products or innovative technology. From planning and specification to installation, integration and long-term support, every stage of a project depends on collaboration across the AV ecosystem. This month’s Temperature Check […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! As AV systems become increasingly networked, the relationship between AV and IT continues to evolve. From cybersecurity and cloud management to AV-over-IP and remote monitoring, today’s projects often require closer collaboration between teams with different priorities and expertise. This month’s Temperature Check […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s Temperature Check survey! We’re halfway through 2026, and it’s a good time to check in on how the year is actually shaping up. Which trends are gaining traction, which ones are falling flat, and what’s really driving AV projects right now? This month’s […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for the results and for next month’s survey! As higher education evolves, many institutions are rethinking how classrooms are designed and used. While traditional lecture-style spaces still dominate many campuses, there’s growing demand for environments that can support multiple teaching styles, hybrid participation and collaborative learning. […]

This survey is now closed — keep an eye out for next month’s survey! Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the AV ecosystem — from automated camera tracking to analytics, content generation and system optimization. But as AI tools become more embedded in workflows and products, ethical questions follow close behind. Transparency, data privacy, […]

This month’s Temperature Check Survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! A new year always brings new expectations — and plenty of questions. As the AV industry heads into 2026, priorities are shifting around technology, security, budgets and how AV teams work alongside IT. This month’s Temperature Check looks ahead, […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for our 2026 Monthly Temp Check surveys! Before we jump into 2026, we want to hear from you. What really mattered in AV this year? Which trends delivered, which ones fell flat, and what challenges defined your day-to-day work in 2025? This final Temperature Check of […]

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 […]

Happy summer, everyone! For the month of June, we wanted to get your insight on the thing that makes our favorite summer activities possible — outdoor AV technology. From weddings to concerts and music festivals, we got your thoughts on the prevalence of outdoor AV technology and where it’s headed. For our first question, we […]

Welcome to the monthly breakdown of our Temperature Check survey. In May, we wanted to ask all of you about InfoComm 2024. Now that the show is over, let’s take a look at your thoughts about the show and its importance to the industry. The first thing we asked you, our readers, is whether or […]

Hey #AVtweeps! It’s the beginning of a new month, which means it’s time to break down the results of last month’s Temperature Check survey. In February, we asked you guys about AV integration in stadiums and arenas. Let’s see what you all had to say. In our first question of the survey, we asked how […]

Unified Communications are an important part of our industry and community. These technologies catapulted us through the dark days of COVID-19, and now that we are back in the office (or figuring out whether or not the hybrid model works for us), this technology is helping us to find our place in this “Wild, Wild […]

Stadiums and arenas are an important part of AV. With the Super Bowl this weekend to Taylor Swift’s worldwide Eras Tour, none of these things would be possible without our industry. That’s why we’re curious to know if you work on any stadium projects and how big of a part of your business this is. […]