ISE 2026 Recap | Smarter Workplaces, Better Data, Seamless Experiences
ISE 2026 confirmed what many organisations are already experiencing: the future of the workplace isn’t just hybrid, it’s intelligent, data-driven and deeply connected.
Across our partner ecosystem including Huddly, Nureva, MAXHUB and GoBright, one clear theme emerged:
The modern workplace must capture better data, automate smarter decisions and deliver seamless user experiences.
Here’s what stood out, and what it means for organisations planning their next phase of workplace investment.
Huddly: Better AI Starts with Better Room Intelligence
ISE 2026 saw the expansion of the Huddly C1 into the Crew ecosystem, which was reinforced by a powerful message around AI that tools such as Microsoft Copilot rely on high-quality room input.
Huddly’s multi-camera switching, intelligent framing and 16 beamforming microphones ensure that:
- Every participant is seen clearly
- Speakers are detected automatically
- Audio is optimised in real time
- AI tools receive cleaner, richer meeting data
For executive rooms, training environments and hybrid workshops, the ability to scale from a single C1 to a multi-camera Crew system (3–5 cameras) creates a future-ready foundation for AI-enabled collaboration.
The overriding message? The meeting room is no longer just a space, it’s a data source.
Nureva: Simplifying Large-Room Audio
Large spaces have traditionally meant complex DSP configuration and heavy integration. Nureva’s New HDX series is challenging that norm.
Powered by Microphone Mist™ technology, thousands of virtual microphones fill the room, capturing voices consistently, no matter where participants move.
Key benefits include:
- Built-in voice lift and amplification
- Built-in Auracast® broadcast audio support
- Simple installation
- Works in rooms of 12.2m x 18.3m
- Remote management via the Nureva App and Console
For classrooms, corporate training rooms and large hybrid spaces, HDX delivers clarity without complexity.
MAXHUB: Flexible Collaboration & Display Ecosystems
MAXHUB showcased a strong innovation focus on their booth, centred on scalable collaboration environments.
Highlights included:
- Raptor Lite all-in-one LED displays (135” & 168”)
- Expanded custom LED portfolio (0.9mm–1.9mm)
- New Microsoft Teams Rooms-certified console
- Expanded XBar video bar series
- Native NDI support in CMA displays
- Pivot+ remote device management
- Online room configurator tool
The emphasis was clear: simplify deployment, broaden price points and give IT teams tighter control across device estates.
GoBright: The Intelligent Workplace Platform Evolves
Go Bright demonstrated a significant shift toward deeper automation, expanded signage capabilities and enhanced environmental intelligence.
Key Developments due in the early 2026:
In-Room Signage
Repurpose existing room displays and booking panels to show content when idle — maximising hardware ROI.
IPTV
Enable live TV and broadcast streaming across workplace screens, fully compatible with GoBright Digital Signage.
Digital Signage+
The new GoBright Store provides 600+ ready-made templates, enabling professional signage creation without design expertise.
AI Assistant
Integrated with Microsoft Teams, the chatbot allows users to:
- Book rooms, desks and parking
- View upcoming bookings
- Locate colleagues in the office
Power Control Plug
Only powers desks once users check in, improving occupancy accuracy while reducing energy consumption and costs.
Sensor Intelligence
Expanded integrations with partners such as PointGrab and bGrid enable:
- People counting
- Temperature monitoring
- Humidity tracking
- CO₂ measurement
This allows organisations to optimise both space usage and environmental conditions for healthier meetings.
Maintenance Mode
Rooms can be made instantly unbookable during maintenance, with Q2 bringing automatic rebooking into alternative spaces, reducing disruption and manual intervention.
The Bigger Shift: Data-Led Workplace Strategy
ISE 2026 showed that workplace technology is no longer about individual products.
It’s about:
- Capturing better in-room data
- Enabling AI productivity
- Reducing energy waste
- Automating administration
- Making decisions based on real usage insights
The organisations that thrive in 2026 and beyond will be those that treat workplace technology as a strategic data platform, not just hardware deployment.
How Ascentae Supports the Journey
At Ascentae, we connect best-in-class vendors into cohesive, scalable workplace ecosystems.
From AI-ready meeting rooms and smart booking environments to sensor-led workplace analytics, we help partners and organisations deliver measurable outcomes, not just installations.
If you’d like to explore how these innovations could transform your workplace strategy, get in touch with our team.
