Sending audio over ethernet networks has changed significantly since introduced in the mid 90s. Developed by Peak Audio in 1996, CobraNet® was one of the first protocols to see widespread commercial use. Twenty five years later, you can still find CobraNet in active use around the world. More recently, Audinate's Dante® was developed in 2006, and has become one of the most prevalent standards in recent years. (Click Here for a list of AtlasIED's Dante enabled devices)

In the evolving hospitality industry, integrating technology with traditional services is essential to enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency. Implementing audiovisual solutions can create memorable environments that encourage repeat visits and positive referrals.

Almost every K12 school district had or still has an analog paging system that they use for daily communications. A system consisting of standard analog speakers mounted to the wall with speaker wires connected to a paging station in the administrative office for morning announcements, communicating to a single classroom, bell schedules, etc… And while these systems typically did the job they were intended to do, school districts who haven’t switched to network audio probably just don’t know.

Picture this - You work at, own, or frequently visit a building that has a VoIP phone system with phones in every room that receive pages during critical alerts. This is the sole communications system relied upon to broadcast emergency messages. Sound acceptable? What about for schools, healthcare facilities, or corporate office spaces. They’re good right?

Picture this – A K12 school has taken all the necessary steps to prepare a great ERP (emergency response plan) that included the latest technology. They can quickly and efficiently notify local authorities and parents with pre-programmed, automated responses based on the emergency. They can communicate the emergency locally through a public address / paging system to all the classrooms and buildings within the district. Everything about their plan is efficient, automated, and includes override.

Doug Hall, Director of Technology for Mizzen Marketing, discusses how software is revolutionizing how emergency messaging is received and how GLOBALCOM® a proven communications solution in airports, is also a solution for K12 and higher education campuses.

Discover how the "ABC" approach — Absorb, Block, and Cover — can transform your open office into a haven of productivity and privacy. Learn practical strategies to manage sound effectively, enhancing both collaboration and confidentiality in your workspace.

With so many devices now living on the network, IT Administrators are forced to manage other systems outside of those they are familiar with. While there may be multiple questions an IT Administrator has about a network based communications system, one of their primary concerns tends to be bandwidth. “How much bandwidth will your devices use on my network?”

Why would a K12 or higher education institution use background music (sometimes referred to as BGM)? After all, background music is for hospitality such as hotels, restaurants, and retail stores right ? Wrong!

The way customers shop and buy has changed exponentially over the last decade. Consumers have more options than ever before where to buy the products they need. Consumers do have a lot of choices these days as online shopping has continued to outgrow traditional shopping models. Now you may be thinking, "this doesn't apply to me, my customers need me to do the installation for them so they have to buy their products from me" and if that is what you are thinking... You are wrong!