Vistacom, a globally renowned provider of audiovisual and communications solutions, has announced that its annual Tech Expo, which highlights the latest technology innovations from its audiovisual, control room and technology partners, will go virtual with a four-part webinar series designed to highlight the latest AV and technology innovations. Earlier this year, Vistacom cancelled the in-person expo owing to the ongoing concerns with the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), but has decided to offer the 2020 Vistacom Tech Expo as a virtual event. Vistacom Virtual Tech Expo Webinar Series Vistacom will highlight industry veterans and thought leaders to provide a comprehensive update on the latest industry trends and predictions live via webinar series, addressing several topics over the coming weeks: July 9: Implementing Hybrid Technology Solutions for a Seamless Education Experience July 28: Developing a Business Continuity Communication and Digital Transformation Strategy Aug. 18: Extending Situational Awareness Beyond the Control Room Sep. 15: Technology-as-a-Service - Leveraging New Financial Options and Buying Models for Future-Proofing Technology Upgrades Shift to virtual events globally Technological advancements and growing challenges in the current climate are driving innovation The shift to online events appears to be the new normal. Technological advancements and growing challenges in the current climate are driving innovation as recent studies show that by 2020’s end, 80% of internet traffic will be from virtual conferencing. “A virtual event provides Vistacom with an avenue to reach even more attendees interested in learning more about the emerging technology that organisations are quickly adopting in response to this changing business environment,” said Dan Gundry, Director of Sales and Marketing, Vistacom. Insights on audiovisual technology solutions He adds, “The series brings multiple thought leaders and technology experts together to provide insight into the newest trends and solutions in the AV industry, all from the comfort of your home or office, wherever that may currently be.” Vistacom’s Tech Expo 2020 webinar series is free to attend. The Vistacom Virtual Tech Expo is sponsored by Barco, a global technology company that develops networked visualisation solutions for a variety of markets.

The 2020 Tech Trailblazers Awards opened for entries, beginning a process which by November will result in the recognition of outstanding early-stage companies from around the world, across 12 major enterprise technology categories and three special categories. Only for smaller businesses and startups less than six years old and at C-series funding or below, the Awards celebrate innovation in: AI Big data Blockchain Cloud Containers Developer tools Fintech IoT Mobile technology Networking Security Storage International judging panel The Awards are a cracking opportunity for ambitious companies to present their innovations" Two of the special categories are for Female and Male CxOs of the year. Early stage startups - two years old or less, without VC funding - may apply in one tech category free of charge via the new Firestarter bursary, and will be entered automatically for the third special category: the Firestarter award. Rose Ross, Founder of the Tech Trailblazers Awards, said: “This year’s process will be more comprehensive than ever. Entrants will have the opportunity to build their case with an executive interview for the Founders on Fire podcast and, in another first for the Awards, shortlisted companies will be offered an opportunity to present a ‘Lightning Talk’ to the judges. The Awards are a cracking opportunity for ambitious companies to present their innovations to the influential group of people that is our international judging panel.” Online entry process While winning an innovation award is no guarantee of subsequent success, the Tech Trailblazers Awards have established a track record of identifying startups that go on to succeed: In the Cloud category alone, seven former winners or runners-up have been acquired since the awards began in 2012 In the Security category, winners or runners-up have between them gone on to raise US$722m in funding rounds For more details and to enter, visit the official website of Tech Trailblazers. The streamlined, online entry process is powered by Judgify, making it easy to create and refine entries over a period of time before submitting. 

The premiere of CEFE powered by INTERSCHUTZ attracted numerous visitors in Shanghai in 2019. Now the international trade fair was scheduled to kick off with its second edition from 9 to 11 December 2020. The situation regarding the coronavirus pandemic is such that the platform for fire brigades, rescue services, civil protection and safety/security will not be back for exhibitors and visitors until a year later. The exact date for the event at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) will be announced shortly. Live demonstrations on advanced technologies CEFE stands for China Emergency and Fire Exhibition. With live demonstrations, the exhibition aims to connect exhibitors, buyers and other industry representatives from China and abroad for a personal exchange on advanced technologies and equipment products in one place. CEFE is jointly organised by Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai, National Machinery Industry International Co., Guangzhou Lisheng Exhibition Co. and Guangzhou Haijun MICE Business Co. With CEFE, INTERSCHUTZ organiser Deutsche Messe AG added a new member to its own exhibition network last year. In addition to INTERSCHUTZ in Hanover, this includes REAS powered by INTERSCHUTZ in Italy, AFAC powered by INTERSCHUTZ in Australia and INTERSCHUTZ USA in the State of Pennsylvania.

In what has been the most challenging period in the company’s event planning history, it is with great sadness, that Nineteen Group confirms the postponement of their September events; The Security Event, The Fire Safety Event, The Health and Safety Event, The Facilities Event and The Emergency Services Show. All shows due to take place this September, have been postponed to 27-28 April 2021 at the NEC. The company thanks everyone for bearing with them during this incredibly difficult time. Feedback for this September has been understandably mixed, ranging from ‘supportive’ to ‘not sure’ and ‘prefer to postpone’. Also, their venue, NEC, require authorisation from Government to open for shows, which at the time of this announcement, they unfortunately still do not have. In the best interest Given the continued uncertainty, they are left with no option other than to postpone Without this authorisation and guidance, the company cannot commit to September as they are prevented from having sufficient time to ratify exactly what, and how, they can work with the venue and partners to finalise what a COVID-secure event looks like. Ultimately, safety must come above all else. Given this continued uncertainty, they are left with no option other than to postpone allowing them to safely deliver their event. They are confident that this postponement is in the best interests of all and will give them the best opportunity to deliver top-quality content and the best ROI for all participants. The Nineteen Group love their shows, their sectors, and the team at Nineteen remain committed to going the extra mile for their communities. Focused on the protection With The Health & Safety Event, The Security Event, The Fire Safety Event, The Facilities Event and Nineteen Group’s other event - The Emergency Services Show all co-located in adjacent halls at the NEC in April, creates the UK’s largest event focused on the protection of people, places and assets. Visitor registrations will be transferred to the new dates, they do not need to do anything. If the visitors have already downloaded and saved their ebadge, they can disregard these as the company will re-issue all ebadges nearer the show.

Matrix Comsec has confirmed its participation in the Virtual Exhibition on Railway Equipment from 1st July 2020 to 31st August 2020. Matrix will be showcasing its complete range of Enterprise IP-PBXs, Unified Communication Server for Modern Enterprises, IP-PBX for SMB & SME, VoIP & GSM Gateways and a new portfolio of IP Communication endpoints. Matrix has indigenous and innovative range of solutions for Unified Communications, IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. Each of the solutions is specifically designed for large, multi-location enterprises, SME and SMB organisations. Security and Telecom Matrix continuously works towards keeping abreast with the constantly upgrading technology by designing and manufacturing solutions that are equipped with the latest technology. Matrix will be presenting some of its indigenously engineered Security and Telecom solutions at the Virtual event. At VERE 2020, Matrix COMSEC is going to show the newly launched Matrix COSEC COGNIFACE INTEGRA200, a touchless time-attendance terminal with face recognition. This solution can also be deployed for visitor management, cafeteria management, contract workers management and job processing and costing. Matrix COSEC COGNIFACE INTEGRA200 combines all elements used for face recognition into a single package for ease of transportation, installation, mounting and application at the customer end. Network Video Recorder and IP Cameras Apart from this, Matrix COMSEC are going to showcase Network Video Recorder for high-resolution recording and live view of multiple streams. The company will also showcase IP Cameras that deliver exceptional low light performance and are specifically built for demanding enterprise and project applications. Matrix caters various industries with a range of IP security Cameras (also known as network cameras) powered by Sony STARVIS sensor with Exmor technology for better Video Surveillance. Matrix will also be showing IP based Unified Communication Server as well which is a combination of hardware, SPARK200 and software PRASAR UCS. With IP-at-core, PRASAR forms the basis of a Voice over IP solution for modern day business enterprise that adapts to existing infrastructure set-up with ease. It is a unique single box office UC solution for small-medium & large enterprise, with the same hardware for workforce strength varying from a small unit with 100 users to large enterprise up to 2100 users. It connects internal and external decision-makers at multiple locations for effective communication and real-time collaboration.