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December 11, 2025

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All's Fair in Projection Mapping

A sand sculpture provides an excellent reminder of the creativity of the Pro AV industry.

Full Story: Systems Contractor News (12/11)

Two for Thursday

SCN Stocking Stuffer: Crest Audio Stage 2x2D

It’s a DI box that goes wherever you need it to go.

Full Story: Systems Contractor News (12/11)

VIDEO CASE STUDY: Michelin-Rated Restaurant Brings High-Fidelity Listening to High-Class Dining

1 SOUND’s Cannon Series was selected for this space by Bespoke Technology Group.

Full Story: AV Network (12/4)

AI & Analytics Challenges in Retail and CPG

Discover how the 2025 Retail & CPG Data Landscape reveals a shift from AI experimentation to true operational scale. Leaders like GUESS and Vuori unlock reliable intelligence through unified data. Learn how to overcome barriers to empower decision-making and innovation. Read the report.

Around the Industry

AVIXA: A Practical Guide to Integrating AI into Your AV Business

This guide provides a practical roadmap for integrating AI into your business. It covers how to get started, tools to enhance workflows, essential security considerations, and a real-world example of AI streamlining client acquisition and project delivery.

Full Story: Avixa (11/3)

10 AI Predictions For 2026: Top Experts Share New Trends

The future of work has undergone major shifts in recent years, and workplace changes for 2026 are expected to go even farther.

Full Story: Forbes (tiered subscription model) (12/4)

Make NRF worth the steps

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Current Issue of SCN

The SCN Top 50 Systems Integrators List Is Here! Get Your December Issue Today

Our annual inside look at the Pro AV industry, plus insights from integrators.

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Integration Guides

Now in Session: The Integration Guide to Education Is Now Available!

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