The world’s leading exhibition for AV and systems integration makes its debut at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía in June. February sees online visitor registration open for Integrated Systems Europe 2021. It comes at a time of high anticipation by an industry that is keen to ‘get back to work’ in the second half of the year. As ever the primary focus for ISE 2021 will be a show floor featuring the world’s leading providers of AV technology and solutions. The spacious halls of the Fira Gran Vía will host nine dedicated Technology Zones, two making their debut. This…
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The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown as social distancing measures were implemented by the Government and health officials took the education sector by surprise. The speed at which the virus took hold meant many HE institutions simply weren’t prepared adequately enough to meet the new health regulations on social distancing and to deliver academic to student learning within a safe environment. Rob Smith, Senior Director, System Sales, Shure explains how audio technology van deliver a superior videoconferencing experience. The pressure on the education sector was immense, with a need to reorganise and reopen, quickly and effectively, on a national and…
The PLASA initiated #WeMakeEvents was created a year ago to coordinate the industry response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Recently, the organisation gave evidence to a DCMS Select Committee inquiry into the future of UK festivals, represented by the leader of the campaign’s political group Duncan Bell who detailed the ongoing challenges faced by the live events and entertainment industry. At almost the same time, the organisers of the Glastonbury festival announced cancellation for the second successive year. On Tuesday 2 February, #WeMakeEvents gave evidence during a DCMS Select Committee inquiry into the future of UK festivals, represented by the leader…
To succeed in business, you need to be passionate, connected and real – at TIG, we work hard to push the boundaries of technological integration for Smart Spaces and we create amazing experiences. Smart Spaces connect people and technology in new ways: at work, at home and for relaxation. Smart Spaces add real value and are created by a combination of people, technology and the passion we bring to you and your business. Our service knows no boundaries, whether physical or imaginative. Our team is focused on understanding your needs and creating the perfect Smart Space solution just for you.…
In a year dominated by the constrictive impacts of a global pandemic, Visavvi has continued its growth and leadership within the industry, addressing the communication needs of businesses and individuals alike during a time of unprecedented strain and stress. A reputation for extensive industry experience and insight, coupled with innovative thinking and the strategic partnership support from global manufacturers, saw many critical sectors including corporate, legal, health, education, MOD and central government approach Visavvi for support services, solutions and to get the job done! Visavvi’s long standing financial and operational security has been a positive asset in attracting these clients.…
Nureva has announced that it has received Frost & Sullivan’s 2020 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award. Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the award to the company that has demonstrated uniqueness in developing and leveraging new technologies that deliver significant customer value. The prestigious award recognizes Nureva’s Microphone Mist technology as a high value innovation in audio conferencing. Nureva’s advanced audio systems leverage the technology to provide consistent full-room microphone pickup, continuous autocalibration and intelligent sound targeting to eliminate unwanted sounds, like HVAC, making them an ideal match for today’s hybrid meeting and learning spaces. The product line includes the…
Yuval Kramer – Kramer Electronics A musical virtuoso from an early age, Yuval has worked as a sound engineer and audio innovator. He is now the entrepreneur leading the audio revolution in the AV industry. Since joining Kramer in 2013, Yuval has made it his mission to re-address the balance between visual and audio by bringing the focus on audio to the fore and establishing Kramer’s award-winning line of products. Audio features in every Kramer development, and the manufacturer has launched more than 200 pure audio products including innovations in IP based DSP, designed from the ground up based on Yuval’s…
Kevin Cheng – ViewSonic Kevin has been working in the IT/tech industry for over ten years across Europe with a successful track record of developing and executing creative marketing activities. After managing back-to-back global events in Q1 2020 before the lockdown, Kevin and the global team immediately experiment new ways of marketing ViewSonic products and solutions to fulfil the rapidly changing new norm during this pandemic year. The hard work has paid off reflected by some record-breaking results for projectors and monitors. It was a challenging but fruitful year for Kevin, which earnt him a promotion in August 2020 as the…
NowSignage announces the launch of a ‘special offer’ that allows unlimited promotional NowSignage licenses to be attached to the sale of the newly available NEC and BrightSign bundle, to provide a digital signage solution that is quick and easy for NEC customers to get up and running. This campaign will provide the option for integrators across the EMEA region to purchase a 2- or 3-year NowSignage license for the price of just 1 year. There are unlimited NowSignage licenses available to all NEC customers who purchase the NEC and BrightSign bundle, but the promotion only runs for a 3 month…
Chris Mellowship – BenQ Chris has been instrumental in establishing a transformational training initiative that has resulted in increased sales with existing customers and conversation of new leads who have benefitted from the scheme. Chris’ strategy is to create loyal customers by maximising the end-user’s knowledge and demonstrating how BenQ’s hardware and software solutions are an integral part of their digital workflow, creating a programme that organisations can invest in. With a product management background and an unparalleled understanding of end-user requirements, Chris is an influential advisor to BenQ’s R&D team, dispensing advice to ensure new features are relevant to the…