For years, hardware and software manufacturers have been doing incredible work — creating smarter, more connected, and more user-friendly collaboration technologies. From all-in-one video bars to AI-powered conferencing platforms, the products themselves have evolved dramatically.
But the A/V integrator model — the way those products are designed, delivered, and supported — hasn’t kept up.
Traditional integrators are still operating from an outdated playbook: complex scoping, proprietary hardware stacks, slow deployment cycles, and reactive service models. It’s not the technology that’s holding organizations back — it’s the delivery model.
That’s where Modern AV comes in.
At Vivo Technologies, we’ve implemented a Modern AV framework within our AV Services practice — a philosophy that redefines how audiovisual systems are built, managed, and supported in today’s hybrid workplace.
WHY LEGACY A/V MODELS ARE SHOWING THEIR AGE
Legacy A/V integration was built for a time when technology was hardware-heavy and software-light. Each project required extensive on-site labor, bespoke programming, and endless rounds of change orders.
That approach doesn’t fit the modern workplace.
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Hardware lock-in makes upgrades painful and expensive.
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Custom programming adds cost and fragility.
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Inconsistent user experience leads to low adoption.
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Reactive service means issues are fixed only after downtime.
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Opaque pricing erodes trust and delays decisions.
Meanwhile, cloud-based collaboration platforms, plug-and-play devices, and remote management tools have changed everything. What’s missing is an AV integrator model designed to bring them together efficiently.
WHAT DEFINES MODERN AV
Modern AV is the next evolution of integration — one that treats AV like IT: modular, software-led, and service-driven. It’s built on five key principles.
CLOUD-FIRST, SOFTWARE-LED
AV solutions should work the same way your apps do — flexible, updatable, and accessible anywhere. Modern AV leverages platforms like Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams Rooms, and BYOD standards instead of proprietary codecs and complex control systems.
MANAGED AND MEASURED
With remote monitoring, analytics, and proactive support, organizations gain visibility into uptime, utilization, and user experience — long before a support ticket is ever needed.
USER EXPERIENCE DRIVEN
Interfaces should be intuitive, not intimidating. Modern AV focuses on simplicity and consistency, ensuring users walk into any room and feel immediately confident using the technology.
DATA-INFORMED DECISIONS
Usage analytics and room performance data guide smarter investment decisions — helping businesses design spaces based on how people actually work.
TRANSPARENT, AGILE DELIVERY
Standardized system templates, published pricing, and rapid deployment replace the guesswork of traditional integration. Clients know what they’re getting and when they’ll get it.
HOW VIVO IS IMPLEMENTING MODERN AV
At Vivo, we’ve built our Modern AV framework directly into our AV Services practice. It’s the foundation of everything we do — from design to deployment to support.
As part of this framework, we developed two service models designed to meet clients where they are:
INSTANT AV: FAST, STREAMLINED DEPLOYMENT
For small- and medium-sized meeting rooms, Instant AV offers a simplified, accelerated path to high-quality collaboration.
With faster quotes, quicker deployment, and uncomplicated pricing, we eliminate the friction that slows down traditional AV projects.
Our brand-agnostic experts help clients choose the right solution — tailored to room size, platform preference, and business goals — so teams can start collaborating faster.
Instant AV follows a straightforward process:
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Discovery Call – Define needs and platforms.
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Instant Quote – Get a transparent quote after your first call.
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Installation – Nationwide technicians deploy quickly and professionally.
It’s AV, modernized for speed and simplicity.
COMPREHENSIVE AV: CUSTOM SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX SPACES
For organizations with larger or more specialized collaboration spaces, Comprehensive AV provides fully custom design and deployment.
From integrated audio to hybrid classrooms, auditoriums, and other large-scale environments, this service brings deep expertise and tailored engineering to every unique use case.
Our team designs systems that scale, connect, and perform — whether it’s an enterprise conference room, a training center, or a healthcare environment.
With Comprehensive AV, clients get the flexibility of customization with the reliability of Modern AV principles: transparency, consistency, and proactive support.
THE MODERN AV DIFFERENCE
| Legacy Integrator | Modern AV |
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| Hardware-first | Software-led |
| Custom-coded systems | Modular, updatable designs |
| Reactive break/fix support | Proactive monitoring |
| CapEx-heavy projects | Flexible, service-based model |
| Complex, inconsistent UX | Unified and intuitive UX |
| Hidden costs | Transparent pricing |
Modern AV isn’t about replacing technology — it’s about replacing the approach. It bridges the gap between advanced products and the people who use them every day.
MOVING FORWARD WITH A MODERN AV STRATEGY
Organizations that adopt Modern AV gain more than upgraded systems — they gain agility, visibility, and a partnership model designed for growth.
By rethinking integration through the lens of cloud technology, data analytics, and user experience, companies can transform collaboration from a cost center into a strategic advantage.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MODERN AV
WHAT IS MODERN AV?
Modern AV is a cloud-first, software-driven approach to audiovisual integration that focuses on simplicity, scalability, and managed service delivery. It replaces complex hardware stacks with flexible, IT-native solutions that can be monitored, updated, and optimized remotely.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MODERN AV?
Modern AV simplifies collaboration, reduces downtime, and delivers measurable ROI. It gives organizations faster deployments, proactive monitoring, consistent user experiences, and transparent pricing — all within a managed, service-based model.
HOW IS VIVO DIFFERENT FROM OTHER AV INTEGRATORS?
Vivo’s Modern AV framework is built into every service we offer. Our Instant AV and Comprehensive AV solutions bridge the gap between simple, fast deployments and highly customized systems — offering the agility of modern IT with the expertise of professional AV integration.
READY TO MODERNIZE YOUR A/V EXPERIENCE?
Whether you’re looking for a fast, efficient setup through Instant AV or a custom-designed collaboration environment with Comprehensive AV, Vivo’s Modern AV framework is built to deliver results — faster, simpler, and smarter than legacy approaches.
Talk to a Vivo expert today to discover how Modern AV can transform your organization’s collaboration experience.
