You’ve already deployed Microsoft Teams. Your meeting rooms have cameras. You’ve got displays on the walls. So why fly to Barcelona for ISE 2026?
Because the gap between “we have video conferencing” and “our hybrid meetings actually work” is exactly what 705 B2B exhibitors are solving across 16 halls this February. And if you’re the person responsible for making collaboration technology actually deliver ROI—not just show up in budget line items—ISE 2026 is where you’ll find answers.
“ISE 2026 will open new horizons, ignite fresh ambition, and bring together the global AV and systems integration community for an unforgettable celebration of innovation,” said Mike Blackman, Managing Director, Integrated Systems Events.
“ISE has always been more than just about technology on display; it’s where industries come together to inspire, to create, and to challenge what’s possible. With our ‘Push Beyond’ ethos for 2026, we are inviting everyone to join us in Barcelona to shape the next chapter of AV and systems integration, together.”
Here’s what you need to know before you book your flight to ISE 2026. Bookmark this page—you’ll reference it when planning your show strategy, and again when you’re standing in Hall 3 trying to decide which audio vendor actually solves your specific problem.
Table of Contents
- What collaboration technologies will be showcased at ISE 2026?
- Why should enterprise leaders attend ISE 2026?
- 1. AI-Powered Meeting Equity Systems
- 2. AV-over-IP Ecosystems (The Tipping Point)
- 3. Unified AV Management Platforms
- 4. LED Video Walls for Corporate Environments
- 5. Spatial Audio for Hybrid Meetings
- 6. Workplace Experience Platforms
- 7. Assistive Listening & Inclusion Tech
- 8. Corporate Broadcast Studios
- 9. Dante Audio Networking at Scale
- 10. Cybersecurity for AV Systems
- Key Conference Sessions at ISE 2026
- Biggest AV & Integration Trends at ISE 2026
- ISE 2026 Costs and Registration
- Questions to Ask Vendors at ISE 2026
- Must-Visit Exhibitor Halls at ISE 2026
- ISE 2026 Attendance Tips
What collaboration technologies will be showcased at ISE 2026?
ISE 2026 will showcase ten major AV and systems integration technology categories reshaping enterprise workplaces: AI-powered meeting equity systems, mature AV-over-IP ecosystems, unified cloud management platforms, direct-view LED for corporate environments, spatial audio for hybrid collaboration, workplace experience platforms, assistive listening and inclusion technologies, corporate broadcast studios, Dante audio networking infrastructure, and cybersecurity solutions for connected AV systems.
These technologies address critical workplace challenges including hybrid meeting equity, distributed AV system management, aging projection infrastructure, audio intelligibility in difficult spaces, employee experience measurement, accessibility compliance, internal communications quality, and network security for IP-connected devices.
Why should enterprise leaders attend ISE 2026?
ISE 2026 attracts over 1,000 exhibitors across 55,000+ square meters, with 705+ B2B/enterprise-focused vendors spanning collaboration, audio systems, display technology, and infrastructure. The show provides direct access to mature AV technologies ready for enterprise deployment in 2026-2027, enabling technology leaders to evaluate solutions, compare vendors side-by-side, see live demonstrations in real environments, and build strategic AV roadmaps.
The event offers specialized conference tracks on AI in AV, workplace transformation, sustainability, and systems integration best practices, alongside networking opportunities with European and global AV professionals facing similar infrastructure challenges.
ISE 2026 by the Numbers
- 1,000+ exhibitors across 16 halls
- 705+ B2B/enterprise focused vendors
- 55,000+ square meters of exhibition space
- 80,000+ attendees from 170+ countries
- 380+ collaboration technology exhibitors
- 280+ professional audio solutions providers
1. AI-Powered Meeting Equity Systems at ISE 2026
AI-powered meeting equity systems use computer vision and audio intelligence to ensure remote participants receive equal presence in hybrid meetings through automatic camera framing, speaker tracking, voice enhancement, noise cancellation, and intelligent content sharing. Unlike basic video conferencing hardware, these systems actively monitor meeting dynamics and adjust in real-time to keep remote participants visually and audibly present regardless of room configuration or in-room participant behavior.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Huddly (AI cameras with Genius Framing), Neat (AI-native meeting bars), Kandao (360° AI tracking), Logitech Rally Bar (RightSight auto-framing), Shure (IntelliMix Room audio with voice isolation), Biamp (Parlé ceiling mics with beamforming), Nureva (HDX microphone arrays with continuous autocalibration).
Business impact
Organizations deploying AI meeting equity systems report 40-60% improvement in remote participant engagement scores, reduced meeting fatigue, higher voluntary camera-on rates, and measurable increases in remote employee satisfaction. The technology addresses the persistent problem where in-room participants dominate meetings while remote colleagues become passive observers.
Evaluation criteria
When assessing AI meeting equity systems at ISE 2026, test auto-framing accuracy with real meeting scenarios including people moving and presenting at whiteboards, verify noise cancellation performance in your actual office acoustics, measure latency between audio/video adjustments and participant actions, and review remote participant feedback from customer deployments.
2. AV-over-IP Ecosystems at ISE 2026: The Tipping Point
AV-over-IP ecosystems replace traditional matrix switchers and point-to-point cabling with network-based signal distribution, enabling any source to reach any display across standard IT infrastructure using protocols like SDVoE, Dante AV, NDI, or IPMX. The technology has matured to the point where 1G solutions deliver reliable 4K performance, 10G infrastructure supports uncompressed 8K, and unified control platforms manage thousands of endpoints from single dashboards.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Crestron (NVX platform with XiO Cloud management), Extron (NAV series), AMX (SVSI N-Series), Lightware (Taurus UCX), Audinate (Dante AV expanding from audio), SDVoE Alliance (uncompressed 10G standard), Barco (ClickShare Conference with wireless + wired IP).
Business impact
Organizations migrating to AV-over-IP report 30-50% reduction in infrastructure costs for multi-room deployments, 70% faster room configuration changes, ability to centralize content management, and simplified troubleshooting through network monitoring tools. The technology proves most valuable in corporate campuses, hotels, education facilities, and any environment with 10+ meeting rooms.
Evaluation criteria
Evaluate network infrastructure requirements and upgrade costs, compare codec options (compressed 1G vs. uncompressed 10G) for your quality needs, assess management platform capabilities for your IT team’s skill level, verify interoperability between vendors if avoiding single-vendor lock-in, and calculate total cost of ownership over seven years.
3. Unified AV Management Platforms at ISE 2026
Unified AV management platforms extend beyond room control to provide cloud-based monitoring, analytics, remote troubleshooting, predictive maintenance, and lifecycle management across entire AV estates. Unlike traditional control systems that operate room-by-room, these platforms aggregate data from thousands of devices, identify patterns indicating failures before they occur, enable remote IT support, and provide utilization analytics that inform real estate and technology investment decisions.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Crestron XiO Cloud, Extron GlobalViewer Enterprise, Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager, pivot (proactive AV lifecycle management), Xyte (device cloud management), Utelogy (hardware-agnostic platform).
Business impact
Enterprises using unified AV management platforms report 40-60% reduction in support tickets, 30% decrease in truck rolls through remote troubleshooting, 25% improvement in mean time to repair, and data-driven decisions on room utilization that influence real estate strategy. The platforms prove essential for organizations managing 50+ meeting rooms across multiple locations.
Evaluation criteria
Test integration breadth with your existing AV manufacturers, verify remote troubleshooting capabilities and what can actually be fixed without site visits, assess analytics dashboards for actionable insights versus vanity metrics, evaluate alerting intelligence to avoid alarm fatigue, and confirm IT team learning curve and support requirements.
4. LED Video Walls for Corporate Environments at ISE 2026
Direct-view LED video walls have reached price and reliability points where they compete with high-end LCD video walls and projection systems for corporate lobbies, boardrooms, experience centers, and broadcast studios. Modern LED solutions feature sub-1.2mm pixel pitch delivering 4K resolution at viewing distances under 2 meters, COB (chip-on-board) technology improving reliability and serviceability, and all-in-one displays eliminating complex tiled installations.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Samsung (The Wall), Sony (Crystal LED), LG (MAGNIT), Absen, Unilumin, Leyard and Planar, ROE Visual, Barco (Unisee), INFiLED.
Business impact
Organizations deploying LED video walls report 50-70% reduction in maintenance costs compared to projection systems, elimination of lamp replacements and filter cleaning, superior performance in high-ambient-light environments, and “wow factor” that elevates brand perception in client-facing spaces. LED proves most cost-effective for installations requiring 10+ years of daily operation.
Evaluation criteria
Calculate total cost of ownership over 10 years including installation, maintenance, and energy versus LCD or projection alternatives, verify viewing distance requirements for your pixel pitch, assess serviceability (front vs. rear access), evaluate brightness and contrast for your ambient light conditions, and review manufacturer warranty and local support capabilities.
5. Spatial Audio for Hybrid Meetings at ISE 2026
Spatial audio for meetings positions remote participants’ voices in 3D space rather than mono center channel, enabling listeners to naturally distinguish who is speaking without visual cues. Advanced systems use binaural processing, beam-steering speakers that direct sound to specific zones, and acoustic echo cancellation algorithms that separate overlapping voices. The technology reduces cognitive load in large meetings where identifying speakers becomes difficult.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Shure (IntelliMix Room with spatial processing), Biamp (Parlé with beamforming), Sennheiser (TeamConnect Ceiling 2 with dynamic beamforming), Pan Acoustics (beam-steering speakers), K-array (directional sound solutions).
Business impact
Organizations implementing spatial audio report 30-40% improvement in meeting comprehension scores, reduced participant fatigue in long meetings, higher engagement in large hybrid sessions, and particular value for multilingual meetings where accent recognition requires additional cognitive effort.
Evaluation criteria
Test spatial audio in your actual meeting rooms with real participants rather than demos, measure whether benefits justify premium costs over standard conferencing audio, verify compatibility with your UC platform (Teams, Zoom, Webex), and assess whether employees perceive meaningful difference in blind tests.
6. Workplace Experience Platforms at ISE 2026
Workplace experience platforms unify room booking, desk reservation, wayfinding, visitor management, and space analytics into single employee-facing applications. These systems integrate with AV infrastructure to enable one-touch meeting starts, automatically release no-show bookings, provide real-time room availability, and generate utilization data that informs real estate and technology decisions.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: GoBright, Condeco, Joan, Evoko, Humly, Spaceti, Robin, Teem.
Business impact
Enterprises deploying workplace experience platforms report 20-30% improvement in meeting room utilization, 15-25% reduction in real estate costs through data-driven space optimization, higher employee satisfaction with office experience, and measurable return-to-office improvements when hybrid work quality matches home office convenience.
Evaluation criteria
Evaluate integration capabilities with your AV control systems, calendar platforms, and badge readers, assess employee app user experience and adoption rates from customer references, verify analytics quality and actionable insights, and confirm change management support during rollout.
7. Assistive Listening & Inclusion Technologies at ISE 2026
Assistive listening technologies including hearing loops, RF/IR systems, and Bluetooth LE Audio (Auracast) are transitioning from “nice to have” to legal requirements under ADA (US), EU Accessibility Act, and similar global regulations. Modern systems provide high-quality audio directly to hearing aids and cochlear implants, support live captioning, and enable multilingual interpretation without specialized hardware.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Contacta (hearing loops), Ampetronic (induction loop systems), Listen Technologies (RF/IR systems), Univox (assistive listening), Williams AV (comprehensive assistive solutions), Sennheiser (Auracast-enabled systems).
Business impact
Organizations implementing assistive listening report improved accessibility compliance, reduced legal risk, higher satisfaction from hearing-impaired employees and visitors, and unexpected benefits including better audio for all participants in difficult acoustic environments.
Evaluation criteria
Verify compliance with local accessibility regulations, assess installation complexity and costs for hearing loops versus RF/IR alternatives, evaluate Auracast readiness for future-proofing, and confirm compatibility with common hearing aid models.
8. Corporate Broadcast Studios at ISE 2026
Corporate broadcast studios enable organizations to produce broadcast-quality internal communications, all-hands meetings, training content, and external webcasts using professional lighting, multi-camera switching, real-time graphics, LED backgrounds, and production workflows. Unlike meeting rooms optimized for collaboration, broadcast studios prioritize one-to-many communication with production value that matches employee expectations set by streaming services.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Ross Video (production switchers), Vizrt (graphics), Disguise (media servers), ROE Visual (LED for virtual production), Blackmagic Design (cameras and switchers), Panasonic (PTZ cameras).
Business impact
Organizations investing in corporate broadcast studios report higher engagement with internal communications, ability to scale executive presence across global workforces, improved training content retention, and recruitment/employer branding benefits from professional content quality.
Evaluation criteria
Assess in-house production talent requirements versus outsourcing, calculate utilization to justify investment, evaluate scalability from simple single-camera setups to multi-camera productions, and review content distribution integration with existing platforms.
9. Dante Audio Networking at Scale: ISE 2026 Focus
Dante audio networking has become the de facto standard for corporate audio infrastructure with 3,500+ products from 550+ manufacturers, enabling plug-and-play audio distribution over standard IT networks. The protocol provides low-latency, high-quality audio transport, automatic device discovery, software-based routing and mixing, and interoperability across manufacturers that eliminates proprietary analog infrastructure.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: Audinate (Dante platform), Shure, Sennheiser, Biamp, QSC, Yamaha, Symetrix, RDL (Dante interfaces), and 500+ Dante-enabled product manufacturers.
Business impact
Organizations standardizing on Dante report 40-60% reduction in audio infrastructure costs, simplified system design and installation, flexibility to reconfigure spaces without rewiring, and future-proofing through manufacturer-agnostic standard.
Evaluation criteria
Verify network infrastructure readiness (dedicated VLANs, QoS, bandwidth), assess IT team comfort with audio networking concepts, evaluate Dante Domain Manager for enterprise-scale management, and confirm interoperability requirements if integrating non-Dante legacy equipment.
10. AV Cybersecurity Solutions at ISE 2026
AV systems have evolved from isolated analog equipment to IP-connected devices on corporate networks, creating attack surfaces that enable network infiltration, data exfiltration through meeting room cameras/microphones, ransomware targeting control systems, and compliance violations. Modern AV cybersecurity solutions provide network segmentation, encrypted streams, firmware management, and zero-trust architectures specifically designed for AV infrastructure.
Key exhibitors at ISE 2026: High Sec Labs (secure KVM), IHSE (secure signal distribution), Crestron (secure control systems), Extron (security certifications), Q-SYS (network security features).
Business impact
Organizations implementing AV cybersecurity report reduced risk of network breaches through AV vectors, compliance with SOC 2/ISO 27001/FedRAMP requirements, ability to deploy AV in classified or regulated environments, and improved IT/AV collaboration through shared security frameworks.
Evaluation criteria
Assess current AV attack surface through security audit, verify vendor security certifications and vulnerability response processes, evaluate network segmentation requirements and implementation costs, and confirm ongoing firmware and security update processes.
Key Conference Sessions at ISE 2026
The Free Visitor Pass includes exhibit floor access and select conference sessions including Opening Keynote, Innovation Talks, and Sustainability Summit on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Conference Pass (€1,295 early bird through December 15) adds guaranteed access to all conference tracks at ISE 2026 including AI in AV, Workplace Transformation, Systems Integration Best Practices, Sustainability in AV, and Emerging Technologies sessions across four days.
Recommended approach: Register for Free Visitor Pass and attend keynotes and Innovation Talks, then selectively add Conference Pass if your role requires deep technical sessions on AI integration, large-scale deployment strategies, or emerging standards.
Biggest AV & Integration Trends at ISE 2026
AI moves from feature to foundation as meeting equity systems, predictive maintenance platforms, and intelligent routing become standard expectations rather than premium add-ons at ISE 2026.
AV-over-IP reaches mainstream adoption with 1G solutions proven reliable for corporate deployments and 10G infrastructure supporting broadcast-quality uncompressed workflows.
Cloud management becomes non-negotiable as enterprises managing 50+ rooms demand centralized monitoring, remote troubleshooting, and analytics that inform real estate strategy.
LED displaces projection in corporate environments as price compression, reliability improvements, and ambient light performance make direct-view LED the logical choice for 10+ year installations.
Accessibility transitions from compliance checkbox to competitive advantage as organizations recognize assistive technologies improve experiences for all users, not just those with disabilities.
ISE 2026 Costs and Registration Details
Free Visitor Pass includes exhibit floor access across all 16 halls at ISE 2026, Opening Keynote, Innovation Talks, and select conference sessions on first-come, first-served basis. Registration required but no cost.
Conference Pass costs €1,295 early bird (through December 15, 2025) or €1,595 standard rate and includes everything in Free Visitor Pass plus guaranteed seating at all conference sessions, networking events, and ISE 2026 mobile app premium features.
Additional costs include hotel (€150-400/night), flights (€200-800), meals (€50-100/day), and ground transportation (€30-60/day) for total estimated investment of €1,500-3,500 for four days at ISE 2026.
Questions to Ask Vendors at ISE 2026
For AI meeting equity systems
- How does your AI handle edge cases like people presenting at whiteboards or moving around the room?
- What is the latency between participant action and camera/audio adjustment?
- Can you provide before-and-after remote participant satisfaction scores from customers?
- How do you protect privacy with always-on cameras and AI processing?
For AV-over-IP solutions
- What network infrastructure do I need and what’s the upgrade cost?
- How do you handle bandwidth congestion and QoS?
- Can I mix your solution with other vendors or am I locked in?
- What is your 7-year total cost of ownership versus traditional matrix switching?
For unified management platforms
- What percentage of support issues can be resolved remotely versus requiring site visits?
- How many manufacturers and device types do you support?
- What is the alert accuracy rate and how do you prevent alarm fatigue?
- Can you show me actual customer analytics dashboards, not marketing slides?
For LED video walls
- What is the 10-year total cost of ownership including installation, maintenance, and energy?
- What is your warranty, pixel failure rate, and local service response time?
- Can I service from the front or do I need rear access?
- What is the minimum viewing distance for your pixel pitch?
For any enterprise AV solution
- Who are your top three enterprise customers and can I speak with them?
- What is your implementation timeline and what internal resources do I need?
- How do you measure success beyond “system uptime”?
- What’s on your 12-month product roadmap?
- How does your pricing scale as I add rooms and locations?
Must-Visit Exhibitor Halls at ISE 2026
Hall 2: Collaboration & UC (380+ exhibitors)
Microsoft, Cisco, Logitech, Poly/HP, Yealink, Neat, Crestron, Extron, Barco, Shure, Sennheiser, Biamp
Hall 3: Professional Audio (280+ exhibitors)
Bose Professional, JBL Commercial, Audinate (Dante), Shure, Sennheiser, Biamp, Q-SYS, Yamaha, TOA, Bosch
Hall 3-4: Displays & LED (60+ exhibitors)
Samsung, LG, Sony, Absen, Unilumin, Leyard and Planar, ROE Visual, Barco, Sharp/NEC
Hall 5: Signal Distribution & Infrastructure (115+ exhibitors)
Crestron, Extron, AMX, Lightware, Kramer, ATEN, Black Box, Audinate, SDVoE Alliance
Hall 2: Workplace Experience (30+ exhibitors)
GoBright, Joan, Condeco, Evoko, Humly, Spaceti, Appspace
ISE 2026 Attendance Tips for Enterprise Professionals
Register early: Free Visitor Pass requires registration but guarantees access to ISE 2026. Conference Pass early bird (€1,295) saves €300 versus standard rate.
Schedule vendor meetings in advance: Email priority exhibitors now to schedule 30-minute meetings in hospitality suites for deeper conversations than booth visits allow at ISE 2026.
Download the ISE mobile app: Build your schedule, bookmark exhibitors, create custom hall maps, and enable session notifications for ISE 2026.
Plan for walking: ISE 2026 attendees walk 15,000+ steps daily across 55,000+ square meters. Wear comfortable shoes, bring power banks, stay hydrated, and schedule breaks.
Network strategically: Morning coffee networking at hotel lobbies, lunch with new contacts, and evening hospitality events provide relationship-building opportunities at ISE 2026.
Follow up within 48 hours: Send personalized follow-up emails to key vendor contacts immediately after ISE 2026 while conversations remain fresh.
What makes ISE 2026 different from previous years?
ISE 2026 marks the maturation of technologies that have been “emerging” for years—AI meeting equity, AV-over-IP, unified management, and LED video walls—into proven, deployable solutions with clear ROI and customer references.
The show demonstrates the convergence of AV and IT as network-based infrastructure, cloud management, and cybersecurity become as important as signal quality and user experience.
Enterprise technology buyers attending ISE 2026 will encounter mature solutions ready for immediate deployment rather than experimental prototypes, enabling confident 2026-2027 infrastructure investments.
To register for ISE 2026, please visit www.iseurope.org
Related Resources
- ISE 2026 Exhibitor Directory
- ISE 2026 Conference Program
- ISE 2026 Floor Plans
- Barcelona Travel Guide for ISE Attendees
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