We open our first issue of 2026 with perspectives from industry leaders on what lies ahead—and what the AV industry must be ready for. We begin by encouraging system integrators to read Marc A. Rémond’s Voice Box column, “Why ProAV Must Evolve from Projects to Managed Systems.” Many of its themes echo strongly in our Feature Column, “What to Expect in 2026,” with a clear takeaway: the future of AV is about delivering better user experiences. When applied with intent, technologies such as AI, cloud platforms, and data analytics can drive far more meaningful outcomes. We also turn our focus to India’s rapidly evolving experiential museum landscape. Among the most ambitious projects is the Banjara Virasat Heritage Museum, inaugurated in late 2024 in Washim, Maharashtra. One of the country’s largest immersive museums, this issue features Part One of this prestigious installation.
