LatAm Insurance Review - Powering up

Powering up

The Argentine insurance market presents opportunities for those able to navigate its regulatory environment, and planned energy and agriculture initiatives may boost insurance demand. Energy generation has the potential to drive growth in the Argentine insurance market, according to an analysis of the market. Follow this link to see the PDF: Powering up 

Telemedicine, the way forward on patient care

The idea of telehealth has been around for many years. Telemedicine generally refers to the use of communications and information technologies for the delivery of clinical care. In this discipline medical information is transferred via telephone, the internet or other networks for the purpose of consulting and sometimes even remote medical procedures or examinations. Videocommunication … Read More

InAVate, technology - Flexibility meets strength

Flexibility meets strength

Commercial venues, corporate organisations and education establishments face a similar challenge: they want the latest technology but budgets are squeezed and space is at a premium. Geny Caloisi talks to the leading manufacturers of mounts and brackets to find out how they are addressing the needs of the industry. Mount and bracket manufacturers need to … Read More

InAVate, technology - Less space, more power

Less space, more power

Cost and space efficiencies are driving the use of multi-channel power amplifiers in small and large-scale projects. Geny Caloisi reports. Whether we are talking about a boardroom, a restaurant or a massive stadium, saving space and maximising the usage of power are priorities in the world of pro AV audio installs. Phil Sanchez, QSC senior communication … Read More

Is the future of media players in HTML5 or NUC, or will technology remove the need for media players altogether?

Driving force: top-end media player options

Media players are media-processing modules that play digital content onto digital signage screens. But with hundreds of options available in the market, finding which one is the most appropriate can be a bit daunting. We spoke with experts in the industry to see what they think and asked them what they consider to be the … Read More

InAVate, business insight - TV down the tubes

TV down the tubes

When it comes to ways of transporting and sharing media, IP networks are becoming rapidly ubiquitous. To watch video, live or on demand on any device and at any time, IPTV is the favoured solution. Rich video transmission over the internet in this context may include: Live TV, Video On Demand (VOD), digital signage content and Interactive … Read More

Display technology in the corporate AV market

South Africa has become a favoured location for international corporations and blue chips have set up headquarters that require the best AV for working locally and across borders. When it comes to choosing displays for corporate applications, one size doesn’t fit all, but getting it right is key to business success. For this reason Pro … Read More

InAVate, what's new AV networking - Networking about networks

Networking about networks

The AV Networking Congress revealed that the V (video) side of the AV networking paradigm is still unresolved. Chairing the event was Bob Snyder, editor in chief of Channel Media Europe who commented: “We wanted to help bring more focus on networking audio and the demands it places on the network. The congress was able … Read More

InAVate, technology insight - Writing on the wall

Writing on the wall

Talking about the teaching wall will bring different images to different people, but the days of blackboard and chalk are over and the interaction between students and teachers today has to be multi-way and dynamic. Having a focal point in the classroom is still important, all interviewees agreed; but there is no ‘one size fits … Read More

InAVate technology insight - Can you hear me clearly?

Can you hear me clearly?

Times have changed in the congress solutions and discussion systems arena. Openness and transparency is the mantra for public meetings. Private meetings also demand remote access and ease of use. Geny Caloisi talks to the lead manufacturers in this industry to find out the latest. Conference systems are used to increase speech intelligibility and clarity. … Read More