The Future of Control Room Automation

Welcome to our webinar on Control Room Automation presented by Brian Andrews, an experienced application engineer at Black Box® UK. Geert Vanmeerbeek, Marketing Communications Manager at Black Box, introduces the session focused on the evolution and automation of control rooms across various sectors. This webinar covers the necessary steps to automate control room services using advanced solutions like ControlBridge®.

Webinar Highlights:

  • Control Room Evolution and Requirements: Understanding the transition from analog to digital and the need for ergonomic, secure, and efficient control room setups.
  • Technology Trends: Exploring IP virtualization, energy efficiency, and multi-system control.
  • Challenges in Control Room Automation: Addressing cost-effective digital migration, operator efficiency, and cybersecurity.
  • Multi-System Control with ControlBridge: Demonstrating how ControlBridge can integrate various systems like CCTV, video walls, KVM switching, and building management systems into one interface.
  • Case Studies and Applications: Real-world examples of control room setups in industries like emergency services, industrial plants, and broadcasting.
  • User-Friendly Interfaces: Emphasizing intuitive control through customizable touch panels and mobile apps.

To learn more, visit blackbox.com/controlbridge

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