USB-C Is a Connector, Not a Promise | AV Under the Hood

USB-C may look like a simple classroom connection, but the connector alone does not guarantee video, charging, data, or device compatibility. Dustin Myers breaks down why USB-C can behave so differently from one laptop, cable, or dock to another, and what higher ed AV teams need to understand, test, and document before relying on it in the classroom. Read More

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September 10, 2026

Goals | IT in AV

Setting goals is the easy part. Keeping them in focus while outside pressures constantly force you to adjust is the real challenge. James King uses a soccer analogy to explore how higher ed AV teams can stay focused on their core objectives while navigating technology changes, institutional expectations, vendor pressures, and internal team dynamics. Read More

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September 7, 2026

Advocacy Organization or Events Company? Why Not Both? | Business of AV with Joe Way

There was a moment during the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo when I said something almost as a joke: “I think we have become an events company.” The more I thought about it, and the more I repeated it, the less it felt like a joke. It started to feel like a true... Read More

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September 3, 2026

It’s a Relationship Business | Business of AV with Joe Way

I had the honor of spending a day at the University at Buffalo recording conversations during the HETMA Roadshow, and somewhere between the classroom tours, vendor tables, education sessions, and eventually some real buffalo wings, one thing became pretty obvious to me. We spend a lot of time in AV talking about products, installations, ecosystems,... Read More

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September 3, 2026

Who Is Running the Clock? | AV Under the Hood

Getting audio from one device to another is only part of what makes networked audio work. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers breaks down why clocking matters in Dante, how PTP keeps devices synchronized, and what changes when AES67 enters the picture. Read More

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September 1, 2026

Now or Never | Business of AV with Joe Way

You may never have complete clarity about your next step, but the opportunities that matter deserve a decision before they pass you by. In AV and in life, moving forward means taking responsibility for what you can do today while you’re still figuring out what comes next. Read More

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September 1, 2026

Summer Projects and Other Terrible Vacation Ideas | Troy Story

Summer projects have a way of exposing every weakness in a process. They also reveal the strength of a team. Troy Powers examines the tension between looming deadlines and the need to step away, sharing lessons on planning, delegation, coordination, and trust. The result is a reminder that leadership is not about being involved in everything. It is about building an environment where the work continues even when you are gone. Read More

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August 31, 2026

The Wattage Argument I Keep Having | Sound Perspective

A loudspeaker rated for 300 watts connected to a 600-watt amplifier can make some people nervous. But is the amplifier really the problem? In this edition of Sound Perspective, Teddy Murphy explores one of audio's most persistent debates, explaining how amplifier headroom, clipping, gain structure, and system design matter far more than a single wattage number. Along the way, he examines why clean power is often safer than distorted power and why context always matters when designing audio systems. Read More

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August 25, 2026

Looking Beyond IT | Empowered by Design

Higher ed AV teams often think about accessibility in terms of equipment, but some of the most impactful work happens through relationships. In this article, Chris Kelly explores how partnering with accessibility services, faculty support teams, and other campus stakeholders helped create better outcomes for students than technology alone could provide. Through real-world examples, he argues that understanding the accessibility challenges already occurring on campus can help institutions move beyond reactive accommodations and toward learning environments that are more equitable, accessible, and supportive for everyone. Read More

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August 20, 2026

Who Gets to Go First? | AV Under the Hood

When audio starts breaking up or video begins to freeze, it's easy to assume the network needs more bandwidth. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers explores why congestion and bandwidth aren't the same thing, how switches decide which traffic gets priority, and why understanding Quality of Service (QoS) can help AV professionals become better partners with their network teams. It's a practical look at the question every network eventually has to answer: who gets to go first? Read More

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August 13, 2026

A Seat at the Table | IT in AV

In this edition of IT in AV, James King takes a closer look at one of the most common frustrations in technology leadership: being treated as an afterthought. Inspired by the premise of Silo, this article explores why IT teams are often left out of planning conversations despite supporting nearly every aspect of modern operations, and what technology professionals can do to become more visible, proactive partners within their organizations. Read More

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August 10, 2026

My Take : The HETMA Roadshow at SUNY Buffalo

The Buffalo HETMA Roadshow delivered impressive classrooms, insightful presentations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across higher education. From Buffalo's approach to learning space documentation and classroom standardization to its work around space utilization and planning, the event provided a closer look at how intentional processes can create long-term success. More importantly, it reinforced that the strongest technology environments are built on a foundation of people, relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Read More

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