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December 9, 2025
 
 
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2025 Year in Review
 
2025 Year in Review
2025 Year in Review
The Pro AV world continued its evolution in 2025. Whether it was enhancing (and immersing) the guest experience, getting closer to meeting equity, or yes, advances in AI, SCN was there to cover it all.

Join us as we look back at the year that was, with some of the most-viewed stories and innovative installations of 2025. And don't worry. We are already gearing up for a busy 2026, ready to bring Pro AV's most important stories right to your inbox. 
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (7/9)
 
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Top Stories of 2025
 
Trends 2026: Pro AV Hangs Tough
Trends 2026: Pro AV Hangs Tough
Manufacturers and integrators demonstrate adaptability with current industry obstacles and opportunities.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (12/8)
 
The Heat Is Off: New Tech and Strategies Help Cool Down LED Deployments
The Heat Is Off: New Tech and Strategies Help Cool Down LED Deployments
What steps can be taken to help minimize display heat to maximize performance and support a longer lifespan? Robert Detwiler of Planar dives in.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (11/5)
 
10 Outstanding Pro AV Installations from 2025
10 Outstanding Pro AV Installations from 2025
Check out the North America SCN Installation Showcase 2025 to see which 10 made the cut.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (11/3)
 
Are We on the Brink of a New Format War?
Are We on the Brink of a New Format War?
Alliance unveils GPMI, so here we go again.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (7/7)
 
Meeting Spaces of the Future
Meeting Spaces of the Future
Immersive spaces can bring unique advantages to the collaborative process.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (5/28)
 
If You Build It, Will They Come?
If You Build It, Will They Come?
Nyere Hollingsworth joined SCN to discuss how you can leverage AI for enhanced collaboration and human connection.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (4/17)
 
Welcome Back to the Ballpark
Welcome Back to the Ballpark
Stadiums, arenas, and other venues are leveraging Pro AV technologies to attract live audiences.
Full Story: AV Network (9/11)
 
The Vegas Sphere 2025: Wizard of Oz, Eagles, and More Go Inside
The Vegas Sphere 2025: Wizard of Oz, Eagles, and More Go Inside
SCN goes inside the world's most talked about orb for Dead and Co., Postcard from Earth, and much more.
Full Story: AV Network (7/24)
 
What We Learned at AV/IT Summit 2025
What We Learned at AV/IT Summit 2025
A record-setting number of attendees gained insights on AV/IT convergence, pain points, higher education, and much more in NYC.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (8/13)
 
4 on the Floor: Lessons from InfoComm 2025 
4 on the Floor: Lessons from InfoComm 2025 
A lively show floor provided perspective on several industry trends as well as a rather positive outlook on Pro AV's future.
Full Story: Systems Contractor News (6/18)
 
 
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Installations and Integrators
 
SCN Top 50 Systems Integrators 2025 
Some companies grew revenue while reducing installs. Wait, what? Similar to last year, the numbers reveal that the industry is healthy, but you'd need a turbo-charged Ouija board and Miss Cleo on speed dial from the afterlife to try and predict revenues among our integrators.

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Full Story: Systems Contractor News (12/1)
 
 
 
 
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