Despite the rise of hybrid work, the physical office remains vital for today’s workforce, serving as a place for social bonds and knowledge sharing. As a result, the office must act as a catalyst for culture, innovation, and a sense of belonging — especially in light of employers’ persistent focus on employee attraction and retention. These insights come from a new global study of nearly 11,000 employees on workstyles and preferences, conducted by ISS, a leading workplace experience and facility management company. The ISS Evolving Workplaces survey was conducted in January 2025 among nearly 11,000 office workers — representing a…
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The pandemic drove a host of changes in the adoption of AV and IT solutions. Solutions such as: access control; the management of occupants and facilities; management of IoT functions such as security; HVAC; wayfinding; allocation of facilities and spaces; alarms and signage organisation of collaborative workspaces for both onsite and remote workers quickly escalated from desirable to essential. While issues surrounding the pandemic are no longer paramount, the case in favour of smart buildings has moved on to cost-effectiveness and soft benefits including enhanced innovation, inclusivity and improved work-life balance. The smart building concept that emerged both prior to,…
13-14 May 2025 Only a matter of days now until AV Showcase 2025. Here are the final updates to the programme. To register go to: TheAVShowcase2025.Eventbrite.co.uk What’s new on the show floor: Bose Professional – first UK showing! At the Peerless-AV Showcase, Bose Professional will present three standout solutions designed to simplify and elevate installed audio. Launched at ISE 2025, leading the lineup is the Veritas series of smart mixer amplifiers featuring Bluetooth 5.0, OLED displays, and QR-based guided setup for intuitive configuration. Perfect for small to medium-sized commercial spaces, Veritas delivers outstanding clarity and control. Also on show: the…
Slagelse Musikhus, a historic powerhouse-turned-cultural hub in western Denmark, is one of the first venues in the world to install Meyer Sound’s new ULTRA-X80 point source loudspeakers. Working in tandem with Meyer Sound’s 2100-LFC low-frequency control element, the new system brings enhanced clarity, headroom, and low-end extension to the venue’s main hall. The installation was overseen by Anders Jørgensen, project lead at Denmark-based AV integrator and consultant firm Stouenborg. The venue team first heard the system during an onsite product demo, where the ULTRA-X80 and 2100-LFC were showcased for staff and local engineers. That proved decisive in the selection process,…
INFiLED has partnered with Swiss AV integration specialist Lemanvisio to design and deliver a custom-engineered, four-sided LED video cube for the championship-winning Genève-Servette Hockey Club (GSHC). Designed to enhance the match-day experience by providing the club’s supporters with a top-tier visual experience from every angle, the new 96m²display brings immersive, high-resolution visuals to Patinoire des Vernets, the Geneva home of GSCH, one of Switzerland’s most celebrated ice hockey teams. Following GSHC’s recent historic double win as both Swiss and European champions, the team sought to invest in a new LED centrepiece display to augment the on-court action and create a…
PPDS has announced its highly advanced and ultra-flexible suite of digital signage solutions has been selected to revolutionise communication and collaboration capabilities at The Putnam County School System (PCSS), in Cooksville, Tennessee. Located an hour’s drive east of Nashville and 100 miles west of Knoxville, the PCSS is one of the state’s largest public school districts, employing over 1,700 staff and educating over 12,000 students. Boasting a 93 per cent graduation rate, PCSS is responsible for 22 schools in total, including elementary (x11), middle (x4), high (3), as well as virtual and adult learning. With a commitment to providing best-in-class communication and…
Brompton Technology has been named a recipient of the 2025 King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation, an official recognition granted to UK businesses for notable achievements. The company is one of 197 organisations across the UK to receive a King’s Award this year, recognised specifically in the Innovation category. In total, 199 Awards have been granted in 2025, with two organisations receiving recognition in two separate categories. Founded in 2011, Brompton Technology specialises in LED video processing and employs 79 people across its UK headquarters and international offices. Its Tessera platform is used in live events and is part of…
Biamp has completed an advanced AV installation at L’Oréal’s corporate office in Mumbai, transforming its café and town hall into flexible, high-performance spaces for hybrid meetings and corporate events. Faced with poor audio clarity and unreliable integration with Microsoft Teams and Zoom, L’Oréal turned to Mumbai-based integrator Netlogic. The team delivered a comprehensive Biamp solution featuring a certified large meeting room bundle, including Tesira FORTÉ X 400 DSP, Parlé Beamtracking microphones, Desono loudspeakers, and Tesira AVB video technology. “Despite a tight timeline, seamless coordination between Biamp and distributor Exodus ensured all kit arrived on schedule,” said Saji Dharmadas of Netlogic.…
Ocean Blue Software (OBS) is excited to share insights into two major RDK-related milestones, reinforcing its in the connected TV space: Launch of the First RDK TV Designed for the MENA Region: OBS has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to life, supporting the manufacturer across every layer of development—including RDK system software, user interface, app integration, back-end cloud infrastructure, validation, and certification. European Debut of OBS’ Open-source Red Button (ORB) project for HbbTV: This month will also see the first full RDK integration of OBS’ ORB solution, completing conformance testing for key European markets. “These milestones reflect OBS’ deep expertise in…
Enter a world where the stories behind some of the nation’s favourite portraits come alive, in this new immersive art experience inspired by the National Portrait Gallery, created by FRAMELESS. From royalty and cultural icons to leaders and national heroes, visitors can immerse themselves in the fascinating human stories of the people have shaped the UK’s history and culture. Stories will unfold in an unforgettable journey that fuses the best of art and technology, with images and animations travelling across specially created frames within a bespoke 10,000sq ft purpose built digital gallery. The exhibition will take place from the 2nd of May…