What do soldiers at Ft. Leonard Wood in Missouri, doctors at the Detroit Medical Center, and patrons at the Media Bar and Grill in Dallas, Texas, have in common? All are the using of some of the most cutting-edge AV systems in place in North America today. And it’s you, tech managers and IT directors, that ensure the show runs smoothly when it’s time for the next videoconference or presentation.

Gregory DeTogne’s story (Military Might) walks us through two military facilities that are employing video walls to enhance logistics and communications throughout their campuses. Digital broadcasting is the solution detailed in Don Kreski’s piece on Michigan State’s attempt to address the physician shortage. The school will now be able to handle a 50 percent increase in students thanks to its new remote lecture halls.

And let’s not forget the bar hounds. While it may not compare to national security or the future of public health, the patrons at the new Hilton Anatole’s Atrium II will certainly be concerned about the Cowboy’s score (High- Design and Hi-Def, page 52). That will not be a problem thanks to the free Wi-Fi, Bluetooth file exchange capabilities, and 26 HD displays that have been put in place, including the largest commercial flat screen available in the U.S. Sounds like a great place for our next editorial meeting.

These are just three examples of the stories you’ll find inside and online everyday at avtechnologyonline.com. Our stalwart managing editor Margot Douaihy and her team of writers are constantly scouring for stories. Share with us some of the who, what, and where’s of your latest projects.