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With digital transformation occurring at breakneck speed, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for first-world IT environments. The shift towards IT-first technology has brought about new challenges in protecting sensitive data and ensuring enterprise security. The stakes are high, with reports of data breaches becoming a daily occurrence, impacting organizations across various sectors. In…
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IT and Security concerns for mission critical systems
On this episode of Signal Flow, we delve into the differences between mission-critical and commercial installations, focusing on the crucial considerations from an IT and infrastructure standpoint. Joining the show is Wayne Dorris, a cybersecurity expert from Axis Communications, who navigates listeners through the complexities of these two installation types. For products used in mission-critical…
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Device Management and Security Concerns in the AV Industry
IT managers face many challenges in their daily activities. Central to those challenges? Device management. All AV devices from the conference room to remote work locations live on an IT network. Supporting those devices shouldn’t cause stress for IT managers, but they do. Signal Flow, presented by AVIXA host Ben Thomas discusses these challenges with…
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What Increased Video Demand Means For IT and AV
Internet connectivity was an essential ingredient that helped many industries continue operating throughout the pandemic. The internet traffic boom that resulted from work-from-home policies increased demand on network connectivity that still remains to this day. How are IT and AV companies handling this demand and what are they doing to prepare for the future? On…
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The Growing Scope of IT Managers
The scope of IT managers’ roles is growing from a security and device management standpoint. Brian Kenyon, Founding Team Member & Chief Strategy Officer at Island, joined Tyler Kern to talk about the need for collaboration, technology, and software to handle the challenges of today’s IT manager. Island is a cybersecurity company focused on…
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Striving for Equity: Building a More Inclusive AV Industry
In an industry that thrives on innovation and cutting-edge technology, envisioning an equitable AV (Audiovisual) industry is crucial. Embracing diversity, different perspectives, and inclusivity can only strengthen the field, creating a more vibrant and impactful community. To truly understand equity, we must distinguish it from equality. While equality aims to provide the same opportunities to…
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AVIXA’s Role in Fostering Equity in the AV Industry
AVIXA, the leading association for the AV industry, is taking significant strides in promoting equity within the field. Their efforts are geared towards creating a more inclusive and diverse industry landscape, ensuring equal opportunities for all professionals. One impactful initiative by AVIXA is their campaign to celebrate International Women’s Day. By highlighting and honoring women…
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Christie Linebarger’s Journey to Leadership: Grit, Growth & Leading with Heart
Leadership conversations are shifting as companies navigate rapid change, tighter labor markets, and evolving employee expectations. Teams want leaders who show up with humility, clarity, and a genuine investment in people—traits that can’t be faked and can’t be automated. And with studies consistently linking team engagement to the quality of direct leadership, understanding how effective…
Powering Up Detroit’s Workforce: How Per Scholas Is Connecting Local Talent to Tech and Energy Careers
Detroit is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation—one driven by innovation, community leadership, and an urgent demand for a new kind of workforce. As energy and tech sectors accelerate, organizations and employers are racing to prepare Detroit’s workforce for jobs that didn’t exist a decade ago. Workforce researchers note that tech-enabled roles across industries are growing…
Robots, Revenue, and the Race for the Future: Intelligent Automation Is Powering the Next Wave of Growth
It’s hard to ignore just how quickly the world around us is changing. Packages arrive faster than ever, store shelves restock almost instantly, and behind the scenes, businesses are racing to keep up with expectations that seem to climb by the day. But as the workforce shrinks and pressure rises—including a projected shortage of…
The Herban Alchemist’s Guide to Purpose, Energy, and Modern Leadership: How a Multi-Disciplinary Healer Helps High Achievers Rebuild Their Energy and Direction
As conversations about leadership and well-being continue to evolve, many high-achievers are confronting a familiar tension: they’re excelling publicly while quietly running on empty. Energy is both one of the most valuable—and most depleted—resources for many balancing ambition, impact, and personal purpose. At the same time, interest in holistic and integrative healing is surging, with…
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Striving for Equity: Building a More Inclusive AV Industry
In an industry that thrives on innovation and cutting-edge technology, envisioning an equitable AV (Audiovisual) industry is crucial. Embracing diversity, different perspectives, and inclusivity can only strengthen the field, creating a more vibrant and impactful community. To truly understand equity, we must distinguish it from equality. While equality aims to provide the same opportunities to…
AVIXA’s Role in Fostering Equity in the AV Industry
AVIXA, the leading association for the AV industry, is taking significant strides in promoting equity within the field. Their efforts are geared towards creating a more inclusive and diverse industry landscape, ensuring equal opportunities for all professionals. One impactful initiative by AVIXA is their campaign to celebrate International Women’s Day. By highlighting and honoring women…
Becoming an Ally: Promoting Equity in the Workplace
Creating a truly equitable work environment requires the collective efforts of individuals willing to be allies. Aspiring allies can contribute to the cause by engaging in ongoing conversations about equity and advocating for its implementation within their organizations. One crucial step towards allyship is fostering inclusivity. This involves developing an increased awareness of microaggressions and…
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Cybersecurity in an IT-First World: Vigilance & Risk Mitigation with Ex-CIA Chief Christopher Burgess
With digital transformation occurring at breakneck speed, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for first-world IT environments. The shift towards IT-first technology has brought about new challenges in protecting sensitive data and ensuring enterprise security. The stakes are high, with reports of data breaches becoming a daily occurrence, impacting organizations across various sectors. In…
IT and Security concerns for mission critical systems
On this episode of Signal Flow, we delve into the differences between mission-critical and commercial installations, focusing on the crucial considerations from an IT and infrastructure standpoint. Joining the show is Wayne Dorris, a cybersecurity expert from Axis Communications, who navigates listeners through the complexities of these two installation types. For products used in mission-critical…
Device Management and Security Concerns in the AV Industry
IT managers face many challenges in their daily activities. Central to those challenges? Device management. All AV devices from the conference room to remote work locations live on an IT network. Supporting those devices shouldn’t cause stress for IT managers, but they do. Signal Flow, presented by AVIXA host Ben Thomas discusses these challenges with…
What Increased Video Demand Means For IT and AV
Internet connectivity was an essential ingredient that helped many industries continue operating throughout the pandemic. The internet traffic boom that resulted from work-from-home policies increased demand on network connectivity that still remains to this day. How are IT and AV companies handling this demand and what are they doing to prepare for the future? On…
Signal Flow -Episode
The Growing Scope of IT Managers
The scope of IT managers’ roles is growing from a security and device management standpoint. Brian Kenyon, Founding Team Member & Chief Strategy Officer at Island, joined Tyler Kern to talk about the need for collaboration, technology, and software to handle the challenges of today’s IT manager. Island is a cybersecurity company focused on…
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Uniting the AV Community: A Digital Hub for Learning and Collaboration
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the power of digital platforms to bring people together and foster collaboration cannot be underestimated. Our company takes pride in offering a unique and differentiated space that serves as a virtual haven for the AV community. With the ability to share content across various channels and rooms, our platform…
