Author name: Andrea Mariano-Ramirez

By Vincent Carroll III, VP of Client Services, IVCi   In the audiovisual industry, technology often takes the spotlight first. Displays, conferencing systems, control platforms, collaboration tools, and integrated environments all play a critical role in how organizations communicate and operate every day. But long-term value is shaped not only by the technology itself, but […]

By Dawn Cagliano, President, IVCi   For years, the AV integration industry has tended to equate size with capability. When responding to RFPs, competing for enterprise accounts, or presenting to prospective clients, conversations often gravitate toward technician counts, office locations, fleet sizes, and organizational scale. The assumption is that bigger automatically means better. In my

By Matthew Glover, PMP, CTS, PMO Manager, Bid Division, IVCi   When you invest in an audiovisual project, you expect more than just a system that works. You expect a smooth process, clear communication, and a partner you can trust. That’s where strong project management makes all the difference. From initial planning through final delivery,

By Linda Lentz, VP of Sales Operations, IVCi   Reliable audiovisual (AV) systems are no longer optional extras. They are essential infrastructure for hybrid work, internal broadcasts, digital signage, and high-profile events. Modern rooms combine AV hardware, software, and network services into a single interconnected system. That complexity creates more points of failure, and a

Digital signage has rapidly evolved from simple static displays to dynamic, data-driven communication platforms. Whether you’re outfitting a retail store, financial institution, university campus, museum or corporate office, understanding the best practices across design, technology, content, management, and analytics is key to maximizing impact. Types of digital signage include digital posters, menu boards, interactive displays,

This International Women’s Day (March 8th), as we #AccelerateAction towards a more equitable future, IVCi celebrates women who are breaking barriers and empowering change in the professional audiovisual (pro AV) industry and beyond. Although there has been progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in many technical fields, including the audiovisual industry. According to a recent AVIXA