AV Insights Unveiled: Conversation with AVIXA’s CEO David Labuskes
Future AV Trends: Why This Conversation Matters
The pro-AV industry is on course to hit US $402 billion by 2028, almost $100 billion above 2023 levels. Avixa Portal In this episode, visionary leader Dave Labuskes shares how Future AV Trends like AI-driven devices and experience-first design are reshaping workplaces, classrooms and events.
Future AV Trends — 5 Growth Drivers to 2028
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AI-enhanced hardware – self-mixing mics & auto-framing cameras move from niche to mainstream.
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Hybrid micro-rooms – 4–6 seat spaces deliver triple the utilisation of legacy boardrooms.
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AV-as-a-Service – CFOs pivot from cap-ex to outcome-based subscriptions.
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Standards & talent – 13 000+ CTS holders keep quality high as demand surges. Wikipedia
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Experience analytics – energy, occupancy & engagement metrics become baseline KPIs.
Action Plan: Turn Future AV Trends into Strategy
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Embed standards early. AVIXA guidelines cut scope creep and protect ROI.
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Design for people, not products. Experience-first layouts trump spec-sheet wars.
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Plan firmware paths now. AI features need compatible infrastructure later.
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Layer analytics. Data proves value in every board-level business case.
Quick-Win Resources (Internal)
| Resource | Live link |
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| Konnectus AV Consulting Services – strategy → design → delivery | https://www.konnectus.com.au/services/ |
| Projects Hub – hybrid rooms & content studios | https://www.konnectus.com.au/projects/ |
| State of the AV Industry – An Australian Perspective | https://www.konnectus.com.au/state-of-the-av-industry-an-australian-perspective/ Konnectus |
| Top 3 Reasons You Need AV Standards | https://www.konnectus.com.au/podcast/top-3-reason-you-need-av-standards/ |
Further Reading (External)
| Topic | Direct resource |
|---|---|
| IOTA Dashboard & Reports | https://www.avixa.org/market-intelligence/IOTA/iota-dashboard |
| CTS Certification Overview | https://www.avixa.org/certification-section/about-the-certified-technology-specialist-%28cts%29-credential |
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