Mass notification has moved from “nice to have” to mission-critical. Schools, campuses, enterprise offices, hospitals, airports, and municipalities are upgrading systems to reach people instantly—on any device, in any space—when seconds matter. For security integrators, this shift represents one of the most attractive growth markets: platform sales, endpoints, services, and multi-year support contracts all bundled into high-value projects.

Have you ever struggled to understand a PA announcement or live presenter, even with a sound system? Clear communication is critical—whether it’s a gate change in an airport, a hospital emergency page, or a sermon in a house of worship. Yet we often strain to hear because challenging acoustical spaces make speech difficult to understand, despite amplification. Why? The answer lies in the hidden complexity of challenging acoustical spaces.

Creating a safe, connected, and well-managed learning environment is a top priority for today’s K–12 school leaders. From daily announcements to emergency responses, the way your school communicates can significantly impact safety, efficiency, and the overall student experience.

The benefits of cloud connectivity for hardware and device manufacturers and their customers can be substantial. Yet hardware manufacturers remain understandably hesitant to connect their devices to the cloud – primarily owing to security concerns. What are the key capabilities manufacturers need to effectively secure devices and enjoy the full potential of revenue, functionality and user experience that device connectivity offers?

For over 90 years, AtlasIED has been a recognized leader in commercial audio innovation, delivering high-quality audio and communication technology solutions to diverse commercial environments. Our in-ceiling loudspeakers embody our commitment to innovation, featuring patented designs that make installation easier, safer, and more efficient, while delivering exceptional audio quality. One such patent is our “dogleg” toolless mounting mechanism for some of our most popular in-ceiling.

AtlasIED’s AS Series loudspeakers are expertly "voiced" for a consistent, balanced sound across all models. Voicing ensures each speaker shares the same sonic signature, creating seamless, high-quality audio in multi-speaker setups. This prevents tonal mismatches and listener fatigue, delivering a harmonious experience in any space.

Audiovisual systems integrators are embracing the transformative power of remote monitoring tools. Integrators can streamline operations, deliver unmatched value to their clients, reclaim bandwidth, and seize new growth opportunities with solutions like Atmosphere Cloud.

To ensure reliable performance and durability, selecting the right loudspeakers involves understanding key standards and certifications. Let’s explore the critical factors to consider when choosing surface-mounted loudspeakers for your application.

Speech intelligibility is paramount whether a class is in-person, virtual, or hybrid. If students can’t hear or understand the instructor, their ability to learn and retain information is compromised. Cognitive strain and fatigue quickly set in when students struggle to hear clearly. The larger the room, the more critical speech intelligibility becomes.

The audio-visual (AV) and security integration industries are grappling with a significant talent shortage. As projects grow in complexity and demand rises for innovative solutions, integrators are finding it increasingly challenging to hire and retain skilled professionals. While the instinct might be to focus on recruitment, retaining your existing team is often a more effective and cost-efficient strategy.