Taking the Pulse of Innovation at ISE 2026

Earlier this month USIS AV joined its global AV community at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) in vibrant Barcelona, Spain. As one of the premier events for AV, collaboration, conferencing, digital signage, and other digital experiences, ISE 2026 lived up to its reputation showcasing solutions for our clients’ evolving needs.

Why ISE Matters for Our AV Clients

At its core, ISE isn’t only a technology show, it’s where our industry visionaries converge to define what’s next. Our goals attending ISE:

• Assess new solutions before mainstream adoption.

• Evaluate interoperability across vendors and platforms.

• Identify partners that align with our long-term goals.

• Evaluate market trends before they influence client roadmaps.

With technology shifting faster than ever, seeing products and platforms firsthand ensures our recommendations are grounded in experience, not just spec sheets.

Top Themes

Several key trends that are directly influencing how we architect AV solutions:

• IP-centric Infrastructure. More vendors showcased AV systems built for IP-centric infrastructures. The trend toward networked audio, video, and control means we can deliver solutions that scale seamlessly with clients’ digital strategies.

• Immersive Experiences. From ultra-wide displays to interactive workspaces, ISE 2026 was rich with tools designed to amplify creative collaboration. We’re excited to bring these immersive elements to spaces where teams need to innovate.

• Sustainability. Energy efficiency and modular hardware were more prominent than ever. Brands are investing in long-lasting components with reduced environmental impact, a win for both sustainability goals and total cost of ownership.

• AI-Enhanced Control and Automation. Intelligent room analytics, predictive maintenance alerts, and automated calibration are just a few of the capabilities we evaluated, all aimed at eliminating friction and enhancing user experience.

Show Floor Highlights

Among the many compelling stands and demos, a few highlights included:

• Hands-on demos with next-generation display and projection technology that redefine clarity and brightness in light-challenged spaces.

• Live experiences of spatial audio solutions that immerse audiences without adding complexity for integrators.

• Interaction with manufacturers committed to open standards, enabling more seamless integrations across platforms.
  

How Our Clients Benefit

Our attendance at ISE 2026 translates directly into value for our clients:

• Curated technology recommendations based on first-hand evaluation.

• Smarter system design that’s scalable, interoperable, and future-ready.

• Efficient procurement backed by vendor partnerships forged at the show.

• Strategic roadmaps that leverage trends.

Looking Ahead

As we digest everything we saw at ISE 2026, we’re already planning how these innovations will reshape our clients’ AV environments. Whether it’s modernizing collaboration spaces, elevating audience engagement, or optimizing system management, we’re committed to bringing the best AV solutions to their technology programs.