From all of us at InfoComm International, have a safe and happy holiday season and wonderful new year!
The Update will return on January 12, 2011.
 Fourth Quarter InfoComm News Available
InfoComm members are invited to review InfoComm's fourth quarter newsletter. Don't miss the recap and photos from AV Week 2010, up-to-the-minute news on InfoComm programs, and previews of upcoming events.
To have your company news included, submit a 75-word summary and high resolution company logo to membernews@infocomm.org by February 2, 2011 and don't forget to include a hi-res logo.
Not a member? Join today!
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Back-of-House Digital Signage
Despite the recent recession and continued challenges to the world economy, the digital signage sector has enjoyed stellar growth for the past several years. Advertising-based digital signage in particular has seen a double-digit increase in 2010, according to several industry reports. However, there is a lesser-known niche within the digital signage market that receives little notice yet can yield vast opportunities for AV integrators and system designers: back-of-house digital signage systems used for employee communication. More
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Only 13 Seats Left in CTS Prep
Bring the classroom right to your desk with GEN113 CTS Prep Virtual Classroom. This five-week course, January 18 - February 18, will help you prepare a more effective study plan before you take the CTS® exam. Participate in discussions, listen to live lectures, ask instructors questions and boost confidence — all without being away from work or family.
Launch Your AV Career with the Essentials
Interested in the InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Certificate test? Consider getting the inside scoop on test prep by enrolling in GEN109 Essentials of AV Technology Virtual Classroom, January 31 - March 3. Build technical depth through exploration of analog and digital systems, networking for data and AV, radio waves, future trends and more.
"For me, the InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Certificate was a quick and straightforward way to indicate to clients and potential employers that I had a baseline understanding of AV technology. Though I have been in the field for a couple years, my training was not formal and this designation is a springboard for the CTS certification."
~ Lily Rea, InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist, Technical Manager, The George Washington University
Questions about how to earn your InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Certificate? Call +1.703.273.7200.
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Take Your Career to the Next Level at ISE: CTS Testing Onsite
 For the first time, you could add Certified Technology Specialist® (CTS) to your — and your company's — competitive advantage during Integrated Systems Europe (ISE). Steps away from the show floor and education classrooms, you can sit for the CTS®, CTS-D® or CTS-I® exams. Watch for announcements about test registration on the ISE show site and at www.pearsonvue.com/infocomm.
Meet New Certification Committee Members
In November, CTS holders elected four members to the Certification Committee to represent the high standards of ethical and professional practice for the AV industry. Join us in welcoming them to service:
- CTS Representatives: Archie Lytle, JD, PE, CTS, and Paul Nolan, CTS, Integrated Circles Ltd.
- CTS-D Representative: Gonzalo Rodriguez, CTS-D, CTD, RTKL
- CTS-I Representative: Charles Espinoza, CTS-I, Applied Visual Communications
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Run a More Profitable, Productive Business in an Uncertain Economy
SCN and NSCA invite you to attend the 13th annual Business & Leadership Conference. This popular event will be held February 17-19, 2011, at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort & Spa in San Diego, Calif. Save $100 and sign up for $849 through January 5, 2011. Call 1.800.446.6722 or visit www.nsca.org/blc to register.
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Latest Economic Snapshot Survey!
The Economic Snapshot Survey, which includes the InfoComm Performance Index, has been a great barometer for assessing the economic health of the AV industry. This is a quick and easy survey, so please take five minutes to complete it.
All participants will receive a FREE copy of the report once it is available! Take the survey now.
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Where's the Art? 2011 Calendar
Check your mailboxes for the 2011 January-to-June calendar filled with the latest InfoComm courses and events.
Showcase your creative talent by sharing your best work and it might be featured in the next six-month calendar. See details. InfoComm members who may request a calendar by emailing membership@infocomm.org.
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Standards Planning Committee Welcomes New Members
The InfoComm Standards Planning Committee has welcomed new members Jeff Lipp of Lipp AV Design and Peter Pekurar of Christie Digital Systems. Both new members have been active in the development of InfoComm standards and best practices and are valued additions to the committee. The 10 members of the planning committee oversee the development of performance standards through task groups, analyze new proposals, review draft standards and perform a variety of educational and liaison roles. The planning committee also recognizes the achievements of Greg Jeffreys of Paradigm Audio Visual Limited and Michael Carter of AMX corporation, who have completed their three-year terms. We are all indebted to them and their hard work.
Standards Steering Committee Holds First Annual Strategy Meeting
InfoComm's Standards Steering Committee met for its inaugural strategy meeting last week. The group worked for two days on issues involving strategic standards development, policies and procedures, and reviewed ANSI audit results and requirements. Are you an AV subject matter expert looking to get involved with InfoComm's standards and best practices program? Find out how to volunteer and learn how standards can affect your business.
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