Call for Papers

Beijing InfoComm China 24 Call for Presenters and Volunteers is Now Open!

Join us as a Presenter at Beijing InfoComm China 24! Be a part of our influential speaker lineup and drive the Pro AV industry forward. Share your expertise, whether you are an industry insider, thought leader, innovator, or technology expert enthusiast. Shape the future of Pro AV technology with us.

Open for Submission: 10 November – 20 December 2023

We encourage participants from all backgrounds to apply.

We invite submissions from diverse backgrounds within the Pro AV, IT, and emerging technology sectors. Our goal is to foster a broad spectrum of perspectives and expertise within these fields. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a rising star, your contributions are highly valued. Your unique insights and experiences in the Pro AV, IT, and emerging technology realms will enrich our collective knowledge, driving innovation and advancement in these dynamic industries.

Limited timeslots are available! Please click here to download and complete the “Call for Papers Submission Form” and return it to coco.lin@baobab-tree-event.com and cathina.huen@baobab-tree-event.com no later than 20 December 2023 (Wednesday). All the selected authors will be notified individually via email.

Request for Volunteers

Volunteering offers an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to create a positive impact without the requirement for public speaking. Whether you excel at translating materials, providing content guidance, moderating sessions, or offering valuable feedback, the satisfaction of driving meaningful change is genuinely exhilarating.

It is an opportunity to be a part of a larger purpose, where the excitement of volunteering thrives in the boundless potential for personal growth, making a genuine impact, and forging lasting connections. Come join us on this thrilling volunteer journey and share in the joy of giving back!

Please click here to download and complete the “Volunteers Sign-up Form” and return it to coco.lin@baobab-tree-event.com and cathina.huen@baobab-tree-event.com. All the selected volunteers will be notified individually via email.

2024 Requested Topics

Beijing InfoComm China’s programme is designed by the Pro AV industry for the Pro AV industry. Education advisory groups identify topics and trends that are relevant and important to the industry.

Speakers are encouraged to submit topics that align with their expertise. However, priority will be given to topics that falling line with the requested sessions below.

  • Acoustic Design and Room Calibration
  • Audio Case Studies and Deployments
  • Audio Challenges of the Open Meeting Space
  • Audio for Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Audio for Immersive Experiences (AR/VR/XR)
  • Audio for Live Events
  • Audio for Smart Spaces
  • Audio for the Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Audio Streaming and Content Distribution: The Growth of Audio Streaming Services, Podcasting and content distribution in the Chinese Market
  • Audio Trends and Future Directions in China
  • Avoiding Wireless Mic Dropouts
  • How to Design a Wireless Audio System
  • Practical Setting up of a Basic Sound System
  • Voice Control and Smart Speakers
  • Business Trends in China
  • Delivering Exceptional Customer Experience
  • Partnerships and Alliances: The Role of Strategic Partnerships with Technology Providers
  • Project Management Best Practices for Pro AV
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Sustainability and Green AV: Eco-friendly Practices and Technologies in the Pro AV Industry
  • Talent Acquisition and Management
  • Upskilling Your Current Team
  • Accessibility on Video Conferencing
  • AI Technologies in the Workplace
  • Audio Conferencing and Collaboration for Remote Work, Virtual Meetings, and Collaboration
  • Cloud-Based Collaboration Tools
  • Conferencing/Collaboration Case Study
  • Conference Room Accessibility
  • Flexible Meeting and Conferencing Spaces
  • How to Design a Conference Room
  • Streaming for Corporate Environments
  • Video Conferencing Advancements: The Latest Trends in Video Conferencing Solutions, Including High-Definition Cameras, Improved Audio Quality, and AI-Driven Features
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) : The Role of CDNs in Ensuring Fast and Reliable Content Delivery, Especially for High-Quality Streaming
  • Explaining Different IP Video Standards
  • Immersive Streaming: Innovations in Immersive and 360-degree Streaming for a More Engaging Viewing Experience
  • Integrating Speech Recognition and Captioning for Streaming
  • IP Control and Automation for Production
  • Live Streaming System Design
  • Over-the-Top (OTT) Streaming Services: The Rise of OTT Platforms, both Domestic and International, and Their Impact on the Chinese Market
  • Quality of Experience (QoE): Technologies and Strategies to Improve the Quality of the Streaming Experience for Users
  • Sound for Performance Spaces
  • Streaming Case Study
  • Streaming for Corporate Environments
  • Streaming Solutions on a Budget
  • Case Study on AI, AR, VR Applications for AV Projects
  • Creating Meaningful Client-Based Performance Specifications
  • Design with Purpose
  • Environmental Considerations for AV Designs
  • Resolving Design Issues and Mistakes
  • User Experience and Accessibility: Designing AV Systems and Interfaces with a Focus on User Experience and Ensuring Accessibility for All Participants
  • VR for Collaboration: Exploring How VR is Being Used to Create Immersive Collaborative Experiences for Teams and Clients
  • AI-Powered Content Personalisation
  • AI and Machine Learning for Digital Signage
  • Digital Signage Case Studies and Deployments
  • Digital Signage CMS Software
  • Digital Signage Networking
  • Digital Signage Software and Applications
  • Digital Signage Trends and Future Directions
  • Interactive Digital Signage
  • New Digital Signage Technologies and Hardware
  • Sustainability in Digital Signage
  • AV-over-IP (AoIP): The Use of AoIP Technologies to Transmit Audio and Video Signals Over Standard IP Networks in Enterprise Settings
  • AV Security and Data Privacy: Protecting Your Enterprise
  • Best Practices for Protecting Customer and User Data Privacy
  • BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Integration
  • Case Study on Successful Implementation of Hyrbid Work Solutions and Remove AV Technology
  • Cloud Based AV Solutions
  • How to Design an AV over IP Network
  • How to use Cybersecurity Technologies to Protect Customers and Users from Data Breeches
  • Leveraging Cloud-Based AV Services for Scalability and Flexibility
  • Network Switch Configuration
  • Remote Monitoring and Management: Tools and Technologies for Remote Monitoring, Troubleshooting, and Managing AV Systems Across Distributed Locations
  • Sustainability and Energy Efficiency: Strategies for Reducing Energy Consumption and Environmental Impact of AV Systems in Enterprise IT Settings
  • Tech-Powered Workspace
  • The Future of Work: Opportunities and Challenges
  • 4K and 8K Video Production: The Adoption of Ultra-High-Definition Video for Capturing and Delivering High-Quality Content at Live Events
  • AR and VR for Live Entertainment
  • Audio Fundamentals for Hybrid Events
  • Case Study on Successful Event Technology Integration
  • Collaboration Tools for Event Planning
  • Contingency Planning for Live Events
  • Emerging Technologies in Live Events
  • How to Design Your Event for Maximum Audience Engagement
  • Immersive Experiences: How the AV Industry is Creating Immersive Experiences through Technologies like AR, VR and MR
  • Interactive Event Experiences
  • LED Video Walls for Event Backdrops
  • Lighting Design Trends
  • Lighting for Touring and Temporary Live Events
  • Production Workflow for Corporate Events
  • Projection Mapping for Spectacular Shows
  • Security & Crowd Management: Technologies and Strategies for Enhancing Security and Crowd Management at Large-Scale Events and Venues
  • Sound Reinforcement in Large Venues
  • Sustainability in Event Production
  • Sustainability and Green Technology in Live Events
  • The Future of Live Events in China : A Technology-Driven Perspective
  • AI and Machine Learning in Education
  • Audio Enhancement and Sound Systems
  • Best Practices for using Pro AV Technology in Learning Spaces
  • Case Studies of Successful Pro AV Deployments for Digital Education
  • Classroom Design on a Budget
  • Cloud-Based Educational Platforms
  • Collaborative Learning Tools
  • Distance Learning Solutions
  • E-Learning Content Development
  • E-Libraries and Digital Resources
  • Experiential Learning Spaces
  • Green Technologies for Educational Institutions
  • How to Assess Student Learning in Digital Educational Settings
  • How to Create Engaging and Interactive Digital Educational Content
  • How to Create Immersive Learning Experiences (Eg Using AR, VR, MR)
  • How to Deliver Digital Educational Content to Students in Remote and Underserved Areas
  • How to Design a Classroom
  • How to Support Distance Learning and Online Education
  • Hybrid and Blended Learning Experience Case Study
  • Network Security for Education Institutions
  • Smart Classroom Technology Integration
  • Streaming for Educational Environments
  • VR and AR Applications in Education
  • 5G and Connectivity Infrastructure
  • IoT in Smart Cities
  • Integrated Smart City Solutions
  • Building a Resilient and Sustainable Smart City Infrastructure: Challenges and Solutions
  • Case Studies of Successful Smart City Projects
  • Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing Smart Cities Projects in China
  • Creating I mmersive and Engaging Urban Experiences in China
  • Cybersecurity in Smart Cities
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making for Smart City Governance
  • Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future of Smart Cities
  • Innovations in Smart Transportation and Digital Signage
  • Smart City Applications for AR andVR
  • Smart City Development in China
  • Smart Infrastructure and Sustainability
  • Smart City Technologies for Public Safety and Security
  • Successful Energy Management and Sustainability Initiatives in Smart Cities
  • Sustainable Urban Planning and Design for Smart Cities
  • The Impact of Emerging Technologies on the Future of Smart Cities: AI, Blockchain, 5G/6G and the Internet of Things (IoT)
  • The Impact of Smart Cities on Businesses, Governments, and Citizens
  • The Role of AI and IoT in Smart Cities
  • Urban Planning and Design
  • Using Technology to Enhance Public Safety and Citizen Engagement
  • 5G and Next-Gen Connectivity for Smart Transportation
  • 5G-Enabled Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) Communication
  • AI and Machine Learning in Traffic Analysis
  • AI-Powered Traffic Management Systems
  • AV Technology for Public Transit
  • Big Data Analytics for Transportation Optimization
  • Blockchain-Based Transportation Payment Systems
  • Case Studies of Successful Smart Transportation Projects
  • Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing Smart Transportation Projects in China
  • Connectivity and Innovation in Smart Transportation
  • Data Privacy and GDPR Compliance
  • Digital Signage and Wayfinding Transportation Hubs
  • Edge Computing-Powered Real-Time Traffic Analytics
  • Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Integration
  • Emergency Management and Response in Transportation
  • Human-Machine Interfaces for In-Car Entertainment
  • IoT and Sensors for Smart Traffic Management
  • IoT-Based Smart Parking Systems
  • Real-World Applications of AI and Machine Learning in Traffic Analytics
  • Security in Smart Transportation
  • Smart Infrastructure and Traffic Control
  • Successful Integration of AV Technology in Public Transit
  • Sustainability and Green Transportation
  • The Future of Mobility: Electric Vehicles, Autonomous Driving and More

Session Delivery Formats

Each year, the Education sessions at Beijing InfoComm China draw a substantial audience of industry professionals. Most accepted submissions from our Call for Presentations (CFP) are featured in the Beijing InfoComm China Education Program, which focuses on vendor-neutral technical and professional sessions.

The session type you choose depends on how you intend to deliver your content. During the application process, submitters must select one of three session formats: Presentation (20 min), Case Study (20 min), or Panel Discussion (45 min) as either a Moderator or Panelist. If our team believes that a different format would be more suitable, we will be in touch.

Presentation: This format involves the delivery of technical content by one or two speakers, sharing key insights, solutions, and takeaways. It also includes a dedicated time for audience Q&A.

Case Study: Share a real-world example of how a technology, process, or solution led to success. This format allows for audience Q&A as well.

Panel: Engage in a discussion of current trends or technology developments from various perspectives, featuring no more than five speakers, including the moderator. Audience Q&A is an integral part of this format.

Learning Levels

Attendees at Beijing InfoComm China 24 have a diverse range of knowledge and expertise when it comes to education and training. To best cater to our target audience, which includes technology managers, end users, AV/IT designers, integrators, and engineers, it is important that you tailor their topics accordingly.

Speakers should consider the varied backgrounds of our attendees and assume a basic understanding of industry knowledge. To help attendees choose sessions that align with their expertise, we request that speakers specify the level of their proposed content session using one of the following knowledge levels:

Beginner – suitable for attendees with little to no prior exposure to the topic area covered by the session.

Intermediate – suitable for attendees with exposure and some experience in the topic area covered by the session.

Advanced – suitable for attendees with extensive experience in the topic area covered by the session.

Submission Guidelines

Beijing InfoComm China is seeking sessions that embody thoughtfulness, creativity, and data- driven case studies and presentations. Speakers are encouraged to ensure that their submission content directly relates to the Pro AV industry and its communities. When proposing topics, speakers should have in mind the goal that Beijing InfoComm China attendees should leave with actionable insights, best practices, and innovative ideas they can put into practice immediately.

Please note the following guidelines:

  • Beijing InfoComm China reserves the right to merge session abstracts or request adjustments to the session’s scope and format to maintain the balance of the education programme.
  • We will only consider unbiased, non-proprietary presentations. The use of the education program as a platform for product or service promotion is not permitted.
  • Session dates and times are subject to change.
  • Due to the substantial volume of submissions, we regret that Beijing InfoComm China cannot provide individual feedback on why a submission may not have been accepted.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your valuable submissions.

Selection Process

The selection process at Beijing InfoComm China is conducted by subject matter experts with extensive industry experience. Recommendations for session inclusion are based on several key factors, including the quality of the proposal, the expertise of the presenter or facilitator, alignment with requested topics, and suitability for our Beijing InfoComm China audience.

All presentations are chosen based on the information provided during the submission process. We expect submitters to meticulously follow all instructions and provide all the requested information. Incomplete submissions will regrettably not be considered.

The selection process involves a thorough review of every complete presentation submitted before the deadline. Completed submissions must include comprehensive speaker profiles (including bios and photos) for each session content leader, detailed session descriptions, and clear, actionable learning objectives.

It is important to note that we typically receive more submissions than we can accept. The final acceptance of presentations is also dependent on space availability and the uniqueness of the proposals.

Selection Criteria

Presentations must be tailored for AV professionals, showing evidence of material that will make a significant contribution to the development of attendees’ professional capabilities and knowledge of the field.

Submissions are evaluated on the following criteria:

  • Complete presentation submission, submitted by the deadline
  • Session learning level is appropriate for the audience and topic.
  • Identification of three actionable learner outcomes that complete the following the sentence: “After participating in this session, attendees will be able to:”
  • Session is designed to encourage audience questions, interaction, and participation.
  • Presenter has in-depth topic knowledge.
  • Content is focused, current, practical, or innovative

Supplier Speaker Policy

A Supplier Speaker refers to a speaker who has a commercial interest in the audience attending Beijing InfoComm China and who is considered as a potential Beijing InfoComm China exhibitor. Supplier Speakers will not be considered eligible to present to a formal Beijing InfoComm China audience except in the following situations:

  • Supplier Speaker is an exhibitor/supplier who has paid to exhibit in the Beijing InfoComm China exhibition.
  • Supplier Speaker is a non-exhibitor who has paid for a non-exhibitor sponsorship in the Beijing InfoComm China exhibition.
  • Supplier Speaker is invited by Beijing InfoComm China Education Team due to needed expertise on a particular topic.

Topic: Tech Dialogue: 5G, Data and IoT - How to Avoid Being Left Behind

Tech Dialogue: 5G, Data and IoT – How to Avoid Being Left Behind?

  • How will 5G transform business operations and consumer behaviours?
  • Age of big data: what to expect and how to prepare for It
  • Building a cognitive enterprise through AI-powered transformation
  • Key take-aways for business to stay competitive and sustainable

Moderator:

Jane Lo, Correspondent, MySecurityMedia; Director, Finboxx

Panellists:

Vihang Shah, Executive Advisor, SynFiny Advisors, Singapore

John Lee, Managing Director (ASIA PACIFIC), GRF ASIA-PACIFIC Pte Ltd

Oleg Ishanov, Director of Information Security, Acronis