Staying sharp is essential in the tech industry, especially in the AV space where we see endless innovation. The truth is, the world is bigger, brighter, and bolder than ever; and with that comes more accessibility, better solutions for key markets like education, healthcare, or retail, and a need to stay abreast of the latest tech. Luckily for you, we at Exertis have our ears pretty close to the ground, and are prepared to give you a heads up on the latest tech we see on the horizon for AV.
  

The rise of AI

Love it or hate it, AI isn’t going anywhere; in fact, we think it may be a driving force behind some of AV’s biggest upcoming advancements, especially in terms of immersion and collaboration. We’re seeing AI-led developments in almost every aspect of the AV world, from smarter video and visual capabilities, through to systems that pre-predict maintenance needs. These innovations are invaluable in the fast-moving world of AV, where staying ahead of the curve makes all the difference to your customers’ solutions and satisfaction.

When it comes to the visual side of things, AI is making big strides for making video content that not only looks better, but is attached to a more intuitive watching experience. Automated camera tracking – including facial recognition and speaker tracking – allows viewers to follow speakers in real time, while making conference transitions absolutely seamless. On top of this, AI tech allows users to enhance videos in real time, making automatic lighting, colour, and sharpness adjustments for perfect results, even during live recordings. All this, paired with automated content tagging and search functionality for easier video management, and content analysis for personalisation on tailored digital signage and messages. It’s getting pretty advanced out there, which means there’s more than ever for you to leverage for your customers.
AI tech like speaker tracking doesn’t just make for a better visual experience – it’s innovating audio and speech too. The latest AI advancements can do wonders like real time noise cancellation, voice recognition and command integration, intelligent sound zoning, and smarter audio profiles. This is huge for accessibility and sectors such as education or healthcare, as well as in the corporate world; accurate transcript creation during a meeting is a total game changer.

Your customers may not be tech experts (after all, that’s what we’re here for) – and with AI advancements, they don’t need to be. The latest in AI tech can provide continuous system monitoring that detects anomalies early, automated alerts and diagnostics to avoid downtime, and optimised performance and longevity. In short? AI is doing big things for AV in terms of efficiency, user experience, and collaboration, and in the future we expect you’ll see much more in these areas as the technology adapts and grows. Key brands within the Exertis AV portfolio, such as Samsung, Sony, and Logitech have already embraced the power of AI in their products – now all you need to do is deliver this future-ready tech to your customers’ hands.


Greener approach

Sustainability is the word on everyone’s lips these days – and for good reason. Here at Exertis, it’s a real cornerstone of what we do and the values we operate by, so keeping an eye out for advancements in green tech is a passion of ours. Here’s the thing – the AV industry is traditionally high energy use and is one of the fastest growing solid waste streams globally. Does that mean we stop using AV tech? Absolutely not; it means we find smarter, greener, more efficient tech that meets your customers needs without costing the earth. How do we do that? Through tech like lower power LED screens, hardware-reducing cloud-based solutions, and lifecycle management such as refurbishment, recycling, and circular economy. Not only are these innovations better for the planet, but they also provide reputational and financial benefits for you and your customers – everyone wins.
The kind of tech you should be scouting out for your customers in terms of sustainability are energy efficient systems like LED displays, video conferencing tools, low-power audio, and smart power management. We’re also proud to say that many of our vendor partners use recycled and sustainable materials in their products. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry – partnering with us is a great first step, and we’re happy to work with you to align your AV strategy with your long term green goals. Some of the biggest brands in our portfolio have committed themselves to inspirational sustainability goals, such as Epson’s commitment to becoming carbon negative and underground resource free by 2050, or Jabra's social responsibility and sustainability journey that focuses on helping improve the lives of people in disadvantaged communities and protecting the natural environment.


Know your space

A nifty piece of tech that’s been on the rise lately – and that we see being a big deal in the future – is space analytics (also sometimes called occupancy or workplace analytics). This method of data collection leverages sensors, IoT devices, WiFi, software, and feedback to collect and analyse data that, ultimately, helps to utilise space, allocate resources, improve user experience, and boost cost efficiency. In short – space analytics use workplace sensors to inform design and technology decisions. Futuristic, right?

This exciting tech uses a broad spectrum of AV tools to make this data collection possible: sensors and IoT capture motion, occupancy, light, temperature, and even air quality, while WiFi, software, cloud platforms, AI, visualisation, integration tools, and even mobile apps combine efforts to compare predicted space use with actual attendance, to compare how users may assume a space is being used, versus how it ends up actually being utilised.

The benefits of this are clear – productivity sees a boost when spaces are aligned with user needs, and costs can be reduced when space owners are aware of the best way to spend, and how to cut unneeded costs. With improved resource allocation, spaces can become more flexible, more sustainable, and even safer for users.


Here at Exertis, we’re always eager to stay ahead of the curve and keep our partners sharp in the ever-moving world of AV. From future-ready AI solutions, to planet-friendly tech, to smarter spaces and beyond, we’ve got the best brands, the broadest portfolio, and all the technical know-how to make us your best partner for greeting the future of AI with open arms. We offer a complete, truly end-to-end service from design to install, to make sure your customers get the very best solution for them. It’s why we work hard every day to provide a full, value added solution to get you ahead of your competition and in line with these industry trends.