CEDIA Reports Strong Engagement and Industry Momentum at ISE 2026

FISHERS, Ind. (27 February 2026) – CEDIA wrapped another highly successful Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show, delivering a packed programme of education, networking, and industry dialogue that drew strong engagement from smart home professionals across EMEA and beyond. As co-owners of the show alongside AVIXA, CEDIA used the platform to bring the community together, spotlight future talent, and equip attendees with practical tools for business growth and technical excellence. 

“ISE continues to be one of the most important touchpoints for our global community,” says Daryl Friedman, CEDIA Global President and CEO. “This year’s show reinforced CEDIA’s role at the centre of the smart home conversation by championing education, nurturing future talent, expanding industry visibility, and helping professionals navigate a rapidly changing market with clarity and confidence.” 

Hands-On Learning Drives Demand 

Ahead of the main conference programme, CEDIA hosted a fully booked, full-day RP32: Audio System Measurement and Verification Workshop on Monday 2 February. The intensive, hands-on session guided participants through recommended RP32 procedures, combining expert instruction with real-world measurement exercises using professional measurement tools and software.  

Attendees praised the workshop for translating complex theory into practical skills they could immediately apply in the field. Strong demand and positive feedback reflected the industry’s appetite for deeper technical training and continued focus on raising performance standards in audio system design and verification.

Conference Programme Sparks Discussion  

The CEDIA Smart Home Technology Conference brought together around 400 attendees across a multi-day programme — a 60–70% increase on last year. 

With over 40 expert speakers contributing sessions across AI, lighting design, networking, business strategy, wellness, social media, ethics, and recommended practices, the conference generated lively discussion and peer-to-peer exchange. Each session was designed to address practical challenges integrators face today while helping businesses prepare for the next phase of growth in an evolving technology landscape. 

Feedback from attendees highlighted the value of practical takeaways, candid conversations, and the opportunity to learn directly from industry leaders and fellow professionals. 

Free Stage Programme Widens Access to Insight 

From Tuesday to Friday, the CEDIA Smart Home Technology Stage offered a continuous schedule of free sessions. The stage served as an open forum for future-focused thinking, covering emerging technologies, sustainability, AI, wellness, privacy, and business development. 

The accessible format encouraged natural participation and fresh conversations, introducing new audiences to CEDIA’s educational mission while reinforcing its role as a hub for knowledge-sharing within the smart home sector. 

Inspiring the Next Generation 

Alongside its professional education programme, CEDIA used ISE 2026 as a platform to invest in the future of the industry - both by introducing young people to smart home careers and by broadening awareness of the sector among new audiences.  

A key highlight was CEDIA’s involvement in the AV Careers Day, where the association welcomed eight CEDIA competition-winning students from Derby, Harlow BMAT, and London Design & Engineering UTC colleges to ISE. Designed to showcase opportunities within the smart home sector, the programme gave students from engineering and health & social care pathways direct exposure to the industry through hands-on activities and guided experiences.  

Nathan Jones from CEDIA member, Homeplay, shared his personal route into the field, helping students visualise alternative career pathways, while Kordz hosted a practical cabling challenge that tested real-world skills. Feedback from students and educators was overwhelmingly positive, with the experience praised for delivering meaningful career insight and highlighting the breadth of opportunity within the connected home sector. 

About CEDIA  

CEDIA® is the Association for Smart Home Professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA is dedicated to advocacy, connection, and education, and fosters a thriving community as the home for smart home professionals. Globally, CEDIA advances the rights of technology integrators by working with governmental bodies; gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople for learning and networking; and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the continued growth of the smart home industry. CEDIA co-owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world's largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world's largest residential technology show. Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver smart home technology solutions that enrich homeowners' lives. Learn more about CEDIA at cedia.org.