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The organisers of ISE have decided to postpone the event to 10-13 May 2022. The decision was taken in light of the rapidly spreading Omicron virus. A Frost & Sullivan report has highlighted that Greater China will dominate the Asia-Pacific Enterprise Video Conferencing Market by 2027. As we already are aware, the COVID-19 pandemic is playing a part in substantial investment in video conferencing technology and companies in Greater China are embracing and implementing these technologies in a big way.

Thomas Richard Prakasam, Editorial Director

ISE Announces Three-month Postponement

After consultation with the ISE exhibitor and visitor community and in the light of the increasing impact of the Omicron variant in Spain, Integrated Systems Events announces that ISE 2022, scheduled for 1-4 February, has been postponed and will now take place on 10-13 May 2022 at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía.

Frost & Sullivan: Greater China to Dominate the Asia-Pacific Enterprise Video Conferencing Market by 2027

The COVID-19 crisis has changed the organizational perspective about remote work and learning and the critical role video conferencing plays in enabling remote collaboration. Though the COVID-19 pandemic continues to hamper economic activities worldwide, the overall investments across the region, especially in China, contributed to a strong performance. The global enterprise video conferencing endpoints and infrastructure market is projected to reach $1.46 billion in 2027, up from $864.4 million in 2020, at a compound annual growth rate of 7.8%.

G&D and TRITEC to Form a New Technology Group

Benefitting from common synergies – Guntermann und Drunck GmbH (G&D) and TRITEC Electronic AG (TRITEC) have signed an agreement in this aspect to form a new technology group in November 2021. This partnership will strengthen the portfolio of the group by complementing the product offering of Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) – a leading technology provider of high-performance KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) solutions with TRITEC’s display management skills and expertise in the medical sector. The transaction is backed by Naxicap Partners, G&D’s current sponsor.

Vega Global Announces Partnership with Aura

Vega Global (Vega), one of APAC’s leading AV/IT systems integrator, has announced their strategic partnership with Aura, combining their award-winning AV/IT technology integration and end-to-end solutions and services with the leading workspace technology specialist’s objective driven approach to connecting digital and physical workspaces.

Lightware Opens Office in Singapore to Serve

South East Asia

Lightware Visual Engineering has opened a branch office in Singapore to serve the professional AV audiences of South East Asia. In line with the office opening, the company has appointed Jeffrey Ng to spearhead efforts from Singapore to grow Lightware’s presence in the region.

AVer Reveals its First Ever Conferencing Room

Content Camera

AVer Information Inc., an award-winning provider of conferencing room camera solutions, has revealed its first ever conferencing room content camera. The CAM130 Content Camera is an unprecedented addition to any virtual conferencing room, offering clear imaging and special features to support the quality sharing of whiteboard or flat panel display content in virtual meetings.

A Melting Pot of Intriguing Soundscapes

The recent re-emergence of the once-bustling restaurant & hospitality industry in India, albeit cautious, is thought to show positive signs of sustenance and even possible growth. A beacon for such resurgence can be noticed in the recent inauguration of 3 dining destinations in Mumbai that not just deliver bespoke culinary experiences but also equally unique aural experiences – all within the same property confines.

ClearOne Introduces Pro Quality Single-Channel Wireless USB Microphone: DIALOG 10 USB

Offering plug-and-play simplicity and wireless convenience, DIALOG 10 USB is the perfect solution for webcasting and cloud-based collaboration through Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx, GoToMeeting, and other apps. Setup is a breeze with the included USB Type C cable that connects to any PC for audio, power, and control. With no external power source or additional audio cables required, DIALOG 10 USB is one of the easiest and fastest ways to enjoy high-quality audio in any application.

Datapath Promotes Andy Lee to Senior International

Sales Manager

Datapath sales stalwart Andy Lee has been promoted to Senior International Sales Manager, supporting the company’s management and development of OEM, distribution and developing strategic customer relationships throughout the EMEA and APAC regions.

Digital Projection Brings Bygone Era of Japan Back to Life

Danny Rose Studio, the collective behind the current Spirit of Japan art exhibition at the Kadokawa Culture Museum, has deployed more than 30 Digital Projection E-Vision Laser 10K projectors to illuminate the floors, ceilings and walls of this spectacular venue.

Just Add Power Launches Remote Installation Training

Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, has introduced a flexible new training option for its dealers: the Remote Installation Training Program. Like the company’s in-person training courses, the new program is designed to provide participants with an introduction to Just Add Power, HDMI over IP, and basic networking, while offering a hands-on experience setting up a system from beginning to end

L-Acoustics and Mixhalo Enter Strategic Partnership

From the invention of the modern line source array in the 1990’s to the introduction of L-ISA immersive hyperreal technology in 2016, L-Acoustics has earned a solid reputation in live entertainment for forward-looking innovation to elevate the listener experience. The company recently announced that it has become a major investor in Mixhalo, as well as the exclusive audio professional partner of the San Francisco-based company.

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Systems Integration Asia (SI Asia) is a trade publication dedicated to the professional audiovisual industry, technology managers and end-users in key vertical markets such as education, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, oil & gas and government in the Asia Pacific as well as the Middle East. The fortnightly E-newsletter complements the monthly digital magazine.