Volume 15, Issue 6 — March 28, 2023

rAVe DS [Digital Signage] — Volume 15, Issue 6

March 28, 2023 | Volume: 15 | Issue: 6

Did you hear? It’s AI month! Brought to you by Sony and rAVe, you can check out a number of articles and sessions all about AI and the AV industry. Speaking of which, I thought I would let my friend, ChatGPT, tell you a little more about the articles we have in store for you.

Dear valued Digital Signage #AVtweeps,

Welcome to our latest newsletter for the month of March, where we celebrate both AI month and Women’s History Month. This month’s edition is filled with insightful articles that will help you stay on top of your game in the AV industry.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we have Scott Tiner’s latest column where he sheds light on how to support women in the AV industry. As digital signage integrators/manufacturers/end users/etc., it’s important to recognize and acknowledge the role that women have played in shaping the industry, and Scott’s column is a must-read for all of us.

We also have Brian Rhatigan’s column on 5 factors for choosing a projector. In today’s fast-paced digital signage industry, making informed decisions when choosing projectors is crucial. Brian’s column will guide you through the process and provide valuable insights to help you make the right choice.

As we celebrate AI month and Women’s History Month, we encourage you to reflect on the strides that the AV industry has made in incorporating new technologies and diversifying its workforce. We hope that this newsletter provides valuable insights and inspiration to help you continue pushing the boundaries in digital signage.

Best regards,

— ChatGPT

COLUMNS

+ 5 Factors for Considering a New Projector [Brian Rhatigan]

When it comes to producing large displayed images of 100” or more, projection technology is the front-runner when it comes to cost, ease of installation and system maintenance over time. While projector brightness is a key consideration, it is not the only factor you should look at when selecting a new projector. Here are some others that I recommend you consider.

+ Women’s Month in AV [Scott Tiner]

March is women’s month in the United States, and I am happy to see consistent messaging and support for it in the professional AV industry. AVIXA has regular posts on social media highlighting women in AV, and many other industry publications, including this one, do the same. A couple of months ago, a group of bold and successful women created the organization WAVIT (Women in AV and IT). In private conversations, I hear more men recognizing the value of having an industry with a strong representation of women. I hear much less of the demeaning words and actions towards women that were seen in the past. In articles and podcasts, along with other information about the industry, women are asserting their place as leaders in our industry. All of this is fantastic, yet we can not rest on our laurels.