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November 2022 www.avnewsonline.com Big data and AV
Remote education: life beyond the pandemic ?
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‘Big Data’ is one of those terms, like the ‘metaverse’, that many people think they have a grasp of but without being completely sure. How ‘big’ for example is ‘big’?
Remember the education market before Coronavirus? Remote education was usually discussed in terms of a cost-effective means of sharing resources. And now?
Registration for ISE 2023 now open Following a successful show earlier this year, registration is now open for Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2023). The show will be a launchpad for a wealth of new technology, and offers a thought-provoking conference programme, and headline keynote sessions throughout the week. What’s more, with just under four months until opening day, ISE 2023 already has over 52,000 sqm of space booked - over 30% more than the exhibitor space in 2022. ISE brings together the core sectors that make up the global AV and systems integration industry. So far, over 700 companies are already committed to exhibiting, and alongside long-standing flagship exhibitors, ISE 2023 will play host to several new brands making their debut. Mike Blackman, Integrated Systems Events Managing Director, stated: “We can’t wait to return to Barcelona with ISE 2023. This year’s show exceeded expectations, and we are looking forward to a
bigger and even better event at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via in January 2023. We already have a great show floor packed with industry-leading brands and we’re working hard to ensure that, yet again, ISE goes above and beyond expectations.” ISE 2023 will showcase the world’s leading technology innovators and solution providers which include industry-leading brands such as Absen, Blackmagic Design, Barco, Christie, Crestron, Google, KNX, Lang, LG, Logitech, Panasonic, Samsung, Shure, Sony and many more, all providing visitors with plenty of reasons to visit the show. To make navigation of the show floor easier, exhibits are set across six Technology Zones: • Unified Communications & Education Technology (Hall 2) • Residential & Smart Building (Hall 2) • Multi Technology (Halls 3 & 5) • Audio (Hall 7) and NEW Audio Demo Suites (Hall 8) • Digital Signage & DooH (Hall
6)# • Lighting & Staging (Hall 7) The popular ISE Conference Programme returns in 2023 with a new home. The programme of conferences and summits will take place in the modern, purpose-built conference rooms in the CC4 and CC5 areas on the upper level of the Fira Gran Via. The schedule includes an informative programme of Spanish-language content covering all aspects of the pro AV and systems integration industry as well as sessions to cover thought-provoking issues, market trends and inspirational keynote speakers. Visitors to the show can book hotels quickly and easily as ISE has once again partnered with travel specialist bnetwork to provide a wide range of choices for accommodation in Barcelona. Visit the website https://isehotels.bnetwork.com/ and search options via price, distance from venue, traveller rating etc.
Tech Data and SYNNEX merge Tech Data and SYNNEX have merged to create a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, TD SYNNEX. “We have been operating throughout Europe under the name Tech Data — A TD SYNNEX Company. We are excited to share that from October 17th 2022, we will align our European business entities to our global brand,
meaning that Tech Data in Europe will be known as TD SYNNEX from that day on. In addition to changing our logo and brand identity, we will also be renaming our legal entities to reflect the TD SYNNEX brand and changing email addresses to show the @tdsynnex.com domain.” “We know that changing our company brand and legal entity names means that you will
need to make some operational changes too, such as changing our name in your systems, adapting to email addresses, or incorporating our new logo on collateral or documentation. We also know that these changes may take some time to implement so we want to give you advance notice so that you can prepare and also let us know if you have question or concerns.”
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DTEN to certify devices for Microsoft Teams DTEN has announced an intention to pursue Certified for Microsoft Teams designation on its most-popular collaboration devices. Certification for Microsoft Teams will help DTEN to meet the fast-growing demand for high-quality, immersive video conferencing resources
worldwide, including more than 270 million Microsoft Teams users. “As DTEN solutions are increasingly more recognized in the marketplace, demand has steadily grown for cross-platform solutions,” says Wei Liu, the company’s founder and CEO. “To better serve our customers and advance solutions for the hybrid workplace, we are entering the process to certify select DTEN devices for Microsoft Teams.” More than ever, customers are
requiring their technology to be flexible to meet the needs of hybrid work and learning. Certified for Microsoft Teams ensures DTEN as a single vendor provider of hardware, support, and device management optimized with the customer’s collaboration platform of
ognized for all-in-one designs and intuitive experiences. Touch-enabled capabilities and AI-enhancement technology further elevate the user experience. The company’s innovations have recently been recognized with international
DTEN has announced an intention to pursue Certified for Microsoft Teams designation on its most-popular collaboration devices. choice. DTEN is currently in the process of pursuing Microsoft Teams certification for the upcoming DTEN D7X allin-one device for Teams Rooms on Android. The company will in short order also seek certification for Teams Rooms on Windows, as well as for Teams display devices. DTEN is known in the marketplace for delivering high-quality, video-first solutions, rec-
and industry awards, including Good Design, RedDot, AV Nation, and Enterprise Connect. “DTEN is built on the fundamental idea that collaboration should always be natural, immersive and meaningful,” Liu concludes. “We are pleased our signature DTEN experience will be available to more users than ever.”