InfoComm 2026: The AV Trends Shaping the Future of Collaboration Technology
What InfoComm 2026 Taught Us About the Future of Workplace Technology
Every year, InfoComm brings together the brightest minds in professional audiovisual technology to showcase what’s next for collaboration, workplace technology, digital signage, and unified communications.
cb20’s audio visual team at Infocomm 2026
This year the event welcomed more than 28,000 verified attendees from 94 countries, including technology integrators, manufacturers, consultants, and end users. Over 800 exhibitors filled nearly 400,000 square feet of exhibit space at the Las Vegas Convention Center, highlighting innovations in AI-powered collaboration, workplace technology, digital signage, broadcast, immersive experiences, and enterprise AV solutions.
Among those attendees were members of the cb20 AV team, who spent the week meeting with leading manufacturers, attending educational sessions, and evaluating emerging technologies that could benefit our clients. While there was no shortage of exciting product announcements, several broader trends stood out trends we believe will shape the future of conference rooms, classrooms, collaboration spaces, and enterprise AV for years to come.
Representing cb20 at InfoComm 2026 were:
- DJ Hansen – Senior VP, Sales
- Paul Kelley – Principal Executive, Strategic Accounts
- Chris Thompson – AV Integration Technical Manager and AI Expert
- Adam Stevens – Practice Leader, AV & Collaboration Solutions
- Tom Callan – AV Pre-Sales Engineer
- Winston Wilbeck – AV Project Engineer
- Scott Hall – Solution Design Architect
Here are some of their biggest takeaways from InfoComm 2026.
💡The Biggest AV Technology Trends That Businesses Need to Know
1. AI Is Moving Beyond the Buzzword
Artificial intelligence was impossible to ignore at InfoComm, but this year, the conversation felt very different.
Instead of manufacturers simply adding “AI” to product descriptions, many demonstrated practical features that solve everyday collaboration challenges. AI powered camera framing, intelligent speaker tracking, automatic audio optimization, noise reduction, and meeting analytics were common themes across the show floor.
Examples included Logitech’s Rally AI camera, Shure’s IntelliMix DSP with AI enhanced audio processing, and Sony’s PTZ cameras capable of automatically tracking objects such as a basketball, without an operator.
As Paul Kelley observed:
| “AI is more refined and there’s less marketing from manufacturers simply talking about it.”
What it means for your organization: Your team spends less time adjusting cameras, troubleshooting audio, or managing meeting technology. Instead, AI works behind the scenes to create smoother meetings, better hybrid collaboration, and a more professional experience for employees and clients alike
2. Simplicity Is Becoming the New Standard
One of the strongest trends throughout the conference was reducing complexity. Manufacturers are designing solutions that are easier to deploy, easier to use, and easier to support.
Products like Liberty’s USB-C wall plates & Lightware Taurus USB-C switches allow for modern single cable solutions for video, USB and power. Easy to deploy integrated conference room furniture from Kramer and Ashton Bentley can get many rooms up and running in hours instead of days. And Nureva’s voice lift technology all focused on reducing installation complexity while improving the user experience.
“Many manufacturers were focused on making installation and deployment simpler. That means fewer components, cleaner installations, and easier long-term support.”
— Adam Stevens
What it means for your organization: Simpler AV systems mean faster deployments, lower installation costs, fewer support calls, and meeting spaces that employees can use confidently without needing technical assistance.
3. AV and IT Continue to Converge
The line between audiovisual technology and IT infrastructure continues to disappear. Rather than treating AV as a standalone system, organizations are increasingly viewing conference rooms, collaboration spaces, and digital signage as part of their overall IT strategy.
Cisco’s keynote on Connected Intelligence reinforced this vision, highlighting how networking, collaboration, security, AI, cloud management, and AV technologies are coming together to create smarter, more connected workplaces.
This trend was evident throughout the show floor. Across nearly every manufacturer, the focus was on creating solutions that work seamlessly together. Cloud management, standardized USB-C connectivity, AV over IP, AI powered automation, and platform interoperability are making it easier than ever to build integrated technology ecosystems instead of isolated systems.
As organizations continue investing in modern meeting spaces and hybrid work environments, success will depend less on individual devices and more on how well those technologies work together.
What it means for your organization: An integrated AV and IT strategy helps future-proof your technology investments while simplifying system management, improving reliability, and creating a more consistent user experience across every meeting room, classroom, and collaborative space. Instead of managing disconnected technologies, your organization benefits from solutions that are designed to work together, today and well into the future.
4. Better Collaboration Starts with Better User Experiences
One message came through loud and clear at InfoComm 2026: the best technology is the technology people don’t have to think about.
Manufacturers focused heavily on creating meeting experiences that feel effortless. AI-powered camera tracking, intelligent audio, wireless presentation, and seamless integration with platforms like Microsoft Teams and Zoom were common themes across the show floor.
Several standout solutions reinforced this trend. Cisco is listening to clients and will begin supporting Zoom on their hardware. Companies like Mago and Air Tame are allowing customers to use any meeting platform in the same space. Crestron showed 1Beyond Hawk V2 Front of Room with Rear Camera that can auto-switch with no Automate VX or custom programming required.
Rather than adding more complexity, these innovations are designed to remove the technology barriers that often disrupt meetings and presentations.
| “The best collaboration technology is the kind users don’t have to think about. It just works.” — Adam Stevens
What it means for your organization:
Whether your team is meeting in person, remotely, or in a hybrid environment, intuitive collaboration technology leads to more productive meetings, fewer technical disruptions, and a better experience for employees, customers, and guests.
5. Smarter Room Design Is Becoming Part of the AV Conversation
Conference room technology is no longer limited to displays and cameras. Manufacturers are rethinking how technology fits into the overall workspace, creating cleaner, more functional meeting environments.
Companies like Ashton Bentley, Arthur Holm, Heckler and Peerless showcased furniture and mounting solutions that seamlessly integrate displays, cameras, microphones, and cable management into the room itself. Hidden technology, motorized mounting systems, and integrated collaboration furniture are helping organizations create spaces that are both functional and visually appealing.
The result is meeting spaces where technology blends into the environment rather than becoming a distraction.
What it means for your organization:
A well-designed meeting space is easier to use, creates a more professional impression for visitors, and encourages better collaboration. Integrated AV solutions also simplify maintenance, reduce cable clutter, and help maximize the value of your workspace.
6. Digital Signage and Display Technology Continue to Evolve
Digital signage continues to expand far beyond traditional displays. At InfoComm 2026, manufacturers demonstrated innovative ways to communicate information more effectively while improving energy efficiency and flexibility.
One notable trend was the continued growth of Direct View LED displays, which offer brighter images, seamless viewing experiences, and greater scalability for large spaces. E Ink technology also generated significant interest, providing low-power digital signage solutions ideal for directories, scheduling displays, and information boards where content changes periodically.
Manufacturers also showcased new content management platforms, IPTV solutions, and interactive displays that make it easier to deliver dynamic information across offices, schools, healthcare facilities, and public spaces.
What it means for your organization:
Modern digital signage helps organizations communicate more effectively with employees, customers, students, and visitors. Whether you’re sharing announcements, displaying schedules, or enhancing customer experiences, today’s display technologies offer greater flexibility, lower operating costs, and easier content management than ever before.
🔧 Products That Caught Our Attention
While the overall trends tell the bigger story, a few products and innovations stood out to our team for their practical applications and potential impact on our clients.
Logitech Rally Camera Streamline Kit
Logitech introduced its new Rally Camera Streamline Kit, designed to simplify installations while delivering AI-powered speaker tracking and intelligent framing. It’s another example of how conferencing technology continues to become smarter without becoming more complicated.
Biamp Devio UCX
Biamp’s new Devio UCX platform combines conferencing compute, DSP, and device management into a single solution. By reducing the number of individual components required, organizations can simplify deployments while improving long-term reliability.
Symetrix Cognio
Symetrix introduced Cognio, a new approach to digital signal processing that eliminates much of the traditional DSP programming complexity. For organizations building or refreshing conference rooms, that means faster implementation and easier ongoing support.
Airtame Go
Wireless collaboration continues to improve. Airtame’s latest platform makes content sharing and hybrid meetings easier while expanding cloud management capabilities for IT teams responsible for multiple meeting spaces.
E Ink Digital Signage
E Ink displays continue to mature as a practical solution for room scheduling, directories, and informational signage. Their extremely low power consumption and clean appearance make them an attractive option for organizations looking to modernize their facilities.
Beyond the Show Floor: Investing in People
While the latest technology is always exciting, InfoComm is also about investing in education, partnerships, and professional development.
Throughout the week, our team attended technical training sessions, manufacturer demonstrations, and leadership presentations to better understand where the AV industry is heading and how those innovations can benefit our clients.
For Chris Thompson, one of the biggest takeaways wasn’t tied to a specific product.
| “One thing that really stood out was the people. Spending time with our team throughout the week reinforced how much they genuinely care about delivering great outcomes for our clients. That’s what ultimately sets us apart.” — Chris Thompson
Building strong relationships with manufacturers also gives our team early insight into emerging technologies, allowing us to recommend solutions that are proven, practical, and aligned with our clients’ long-term goals.
What Does This Mean for Your Organization?
Whether you’re planning a conference room refresh, modernizing collaboration technology, or designing an enterprise AV strategy, cb20 can help you evaluate the right solutions – not just the newest ones.
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