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From Kansas to Vegas: Immersive Audio Technology at The Sphere to Bring New Life to The Wizard of Oz for a New Generation

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Audiences worldwide have cherished The Wizard of Oz for over eight decades, but The Wizard of Oz at Sphere is reimagining the classic for today’s technology-driven entertainment world. Las Vegas’ cutting-edge Sphere venue will host an immersive revival, pairing groundbreaking visuals with immersive audio technology that brings the Academy Award-winning score to life in ways…

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Lifelike and Headset-Free: HP’s New Spatial Conferencing Tech Aims to Revolutionize Remote Work

Video conferencing technology has evolved dramatically since the early days of codec-based systems. Today, the challenge is no longer just about better audio or sharper video—it’s about human connection. With hybrid and remote work models now entrenched, the next frontier in conferencing is immersive, spatial experiences that closely mimic face-to-face interaction. At InfoComm 2025,…

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AV’s Expanding Role in Healthcare: How AV Tech Is Easing Nurse Burnout and Boosting Care

Healthcare systems are under immense pressure to enhance patient experiences, improve outcomes, streamline operations, and address significant staffing shortages. The strain on the workforce is undeniable — the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that hospital employment dropped by nearly 100,000 between February 2020 and September 2021. In fact, nearly one-third of healthcare professionals considered leaving…

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Balancing Innovation and Mission: Navigating the Security Industry Transformation Amid Risk and Growth

The security space is at an inflection point. Rapid technological advancements—like AI, cloud platforms, and big data—are fueling a broader security industry transformation, reshaping how solutions are deployed and consumed. At the same time, the profile of the security buyer is changing, with IT, HR, and compliance leaders playing a much bigger role in…

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AV Anywhere: Portable AV Systems Are Now Essential for Mission-Critical Response in Unpredictable, Connectivity-Challenged Environments

In crisis scenarios, portable AV systems must perform under pressure because failure is not an option. As Keysight Technologies notes, the evolution of mission-critical communications now depends on low-latency, mobile-ready platforms that can operate reliably in unstable, infrastructure-poor conditions, making portable AV systems essential for real-time response and public safety operations. These are the…

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Supply Chain Leaders Must Abandon Outdated Routing and Embrace Last Mile Optimization Through Modeling and AI

As geopolitical tensions disrupt global shipping and tariffs create fresh uncertainty in international trade, companies are being forced to reexamine their most vulnerable supply chain segment—the last mile . While upstream operations get the spotlight during crises, the final leg of delivery remains a persistent blind spot. That oversight has consequences: empty trucks, fragmented delivery…

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Marketing to a New Generation of B2B Buyers

With Gen Z gradually stepping into B2B decision-making roles, marketers across many industries are confronting a major pivot point: the storytelling strategies that appealed to previous generations no longer resonate on their own. According to several studies, Gen Z is expected to make up over 30 percent of the workforce by 2030 and will…

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Baker Tilly Bridges Cultures and Markets to Power U.S.–China Business Growth
November 14, 2025

Baker Tilly’s U.S.–based China practice supports Chinese enterprises operating in the United States as well as U.S. companies with Chinese-heritage leadership. Team members such as Beverly Bian, Terry Dickens, and Lucy Ni work with clients ranging from early-stage ventures to major multinational organizations navigating cross-border growth. The practice distinguishes itself through its bilingual capabilities…

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Empowering Excellence: How Rick Ward Elevates Southwest Construction Services
November 13, 2025

In an industry where timelines tighten and jobsite complexities grow by the day, quality assurance has become one of construction’s most defining—and differentiating—disciplines. At its core, QA isn’t just about correcting mistakes; it’s about building systems and people capable of preventing them in the first place. This is especially true in specialized sectors…

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Empowering Teams Through a Modern Training Culture
November 13, 2025

Training may be the backbone of any skilled trade, but in waterproofing—where mistakes can compromise entire structures—it becomes a defining competitive advantage. At Southwest Construction Services, the evolution of training reflects a larger industry shift: seasoned crews now rely less on formal classroom sessions and more on hyper-focused, on-site guidance tailored to the…

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Ensuring Excellence: How Quality Assurance Shapes Every Successful Project
November 13, 2025

In an era of rising climate volatility and tighter construction tolerances, waterproofing has quietly become one of the most consequential guardians of a building’s long-term health. Too often, the industry treats it as an afterthought—something buried behind walls, beneath slabs, or under layers of finish—but the truth is that its success or failure can…

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Understanding the Infrastructure of Data Centers
May 6, 2025

The rapid rise of AI technologies, cloud computing, and digital services is driving a renewed surge in electricity demand across the United States, reversing nearly two decades of flat growth. A major contributor to this trend is the exponential expansion of data centers, which are now expected to consume a growing share of the U.S….

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Using Technology to Elevate Hospitality
April 28, 2025

The hospitality industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the rising expectation for hyper-effortless, personalized guest experiences. Across industries, research from McKinsey shows that 71 percent of consumers expect companies to deliver personalized interactions—raising the bar for service excellence in every sector, including hospitality. As hotels, casinos, and resorts race to meet evolving demands,…

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Talking Recruiting, Retention and Everything in Between for the AV Industry
April 10, 2025

The demand for AV services accelerates, and the industry is facing a growing labor crisis. According to Field Nation, 72% of AV integrators say talent shortages are their most pressing challenge, driven by a wave of retirements, increased project complexity, and rising demand across sectors like education, healthcare, and retail. AV Integrators risk project…

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How AV Integrators Can Face the Challenge of Scaling Their Services
April 10, 2025

Demand for AV integration services is becoming more complex and widespread, making it increasingly difficult for integrators to scale operations without sacrificing profitability. According to AVIXA’s 2024 Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis, the Pro AV market is projected to reach $422 billion by 2029, intensifying the need for flexible, scalable support. Amid these pressures, service…

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Why Shows like E4 are Critical for the Pro AV Industry
April 10, 2025

The Pro AV industry continues to intersect with sectors like healthcare, retail, and corporate environments, making access to hands-on product demos and direct vendor conversations more important than ever. Technologies are evolving rapidly, and end users are demanding increasingly complex solutions. According to AVIXA, the global Pro AV market is projected to reach $402…

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Managing Trusted Devices on the Energy Grid with Intertrust
April 10, 2025

As energy systems become more decentralized, the complexity of managing trusted devices and other components connected to the grid continues to grow. According to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Distributed Energy Resource Interconnection Roadmap (January 2025), utilities across the country are experiencing increased interconnection requests for distributed energy resources (DERs), such as solar, battery storage,…

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Understanding Modern Energy Infrastructure, Demands, and Resiliency Needs with ABB
April 10, 2025

Surging demand from data centers, AI-driven infrastructure, and electric vehicles is straining power grids already under pressure. States like Texas are seeing especially sharp growth, with grid operators warning of capacity concerns due to accelerating industrial and residential loads. This pressure is prompting urgent conversations about how to build and adapt modern energy infrastructure to…

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Talking Rugged Technology with Panasonic Connect
April 10, 2025

The utility industry is rapidly embracing digital transformation to enhance grid resilience and operational efficiency. According to Guidehouse Insights, the global market for energy IT, operational technology (OT), and analytics spending is projected to grow from $19.8 billion in 2023 to nearly $37 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%….

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Unpacking Practical Applications for AI in Utilities with IBM
April 10, 2025

As the energy sector wrestles with decarbonization and digital transformation, AI in utilities has emerged as a potential game-changer. But while AI has generated excitement for years, real-world ROI has often remained elusive. That gap between hype and value is beginning to close. According to IBM’s 2024 Enterprise Generative AI report, 64% of CEOs…

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