In Episode 7 of Surroundscapes Season 6, host Graeme Harrison welcomes back Omer Brookstein, co-founder and CEO of XYTE, to discuss the company’s latest innovations and their potential to reshape the AV industry.
Previously featured for XYTE’s secure, multi-vendor monitoring platform, Omer returns to share insights on Open AV, an initiative aimed at breaking down silos and creating a more interoperable, standards-driven industry. He explains how the project, launched with partners like Sony, Panasonic, and Bluesound Professional, is designed to make it easier for integrators, developers, and customers to connect platforms and devices without the friction of proprietary APIs.
The conversation also dives into the role of artificial intelligence in AV. Omer explores how AI can help manufacturers deliver new services, reduce commoditization, and enable smarter device orchestration. From predictive diagnostics to sentiment tracking in meeting spaces, AI opens the door to new business models and customer experiences, while also raising important questions around governance, transparency, and trust.
Looking ahead, Omer envisions a future where AV systems are more open, cloud-connected, and adaptable—mirroring the evolution of SaaS platforms in IT. He emphasizes that speed of innovation will be critical, and that integrators and manufacturers alike must embrace openness and rapid development to meet customer expectations.
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