# The Operation Center Communication Equation: Data + Comms = Interconnectivity By Jon Paul Beauchamp · Published 2023-09-08 · Updated 2026-05-19 · Professional AV on MarketScale Canonical: https://www.marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/operation-center-interconnectivity-data-comms Creator hub: Icom > Control centers must master the intersection of data flows and communication systems to transform raw information into coordinated action ## Key points - Effective operation centers require a balanced integration of visual data displays and radio/audio communications for full situational awareness. - Collaboration across end-users, consultants, integrators, and manufacturers is critical to building a cohesive command-and-control strategy. - The demand for command-and-control centers is projected to surge through 2030, making efficient data-to-action pipelines increasingly vital. Block Field In today's fast-paced digital age, the seamless integration of data and comms is paramount. As industries evolve, efficient and effective [operation centers](https://marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/making-control-rooms-work-customer-success-stories/) are becoming increasingly crucial. A recent report [revealed](https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/23/08/33795856/command-and-control-systems-market-size-growth-set-to-surge-significantly-during-2023-2030-118-page) that the demand for command-and-control centers will surge through the end of the decade. These critical settings rely heavily on well-engineered video displays for event and resource management. But how do these centers ensure they're not just inundated with data but are also extracting actionable insights? It's a simple, effective equation only when not overlooked: data + comms = Interconnectivity. > It's a simple, effective equation only when not overlooked: data + comms = Interconnectivity. How are modern operation centers adapting to the ever-growing influx of data, and what role do radios play in enhancing interconnectivity and communication? In the latest episode of [Radios in Action](https://marketscale.com/shows/icom/), host **Jon Paul Beauchamp** sits down with **Dan Gundry**, a renowned advocate and expert in the command-and-control market. Together, they delve deep into the intricacies of data + comms, exploring the pivotal role of radios in today's operation centers. Beauchamp and Gundry discuss the following topics during their conversation: - Understanding the balance between visual displays and audio information and how both are vital for comprehensive situational awareness - The importance of bringing together end-users, consultants, integrators, and manufacturers to create a cohesive operation center strategy - The nuances between various operation centers, from 911 PSAPs to utilities operation centers, and how the core principle remains the same: delivering usable data on screen ### About the Guest **Dan Gundry** has been a stalwart in the mission-critical command and control market for over a decade. Initially starting as an integrator, he now collaborates with **Barco**, a leading name in visual displays for the command-and-control market. With a passion for various verticals including public safety, law enforcement, utilities, and transportation, Gundry's expertise lies in understanding the nuances of communication and content vital for operators. On Gundry's podcast, [NOC Your SOCs Off](https://marketscale.com/shows/noc-your-socs-off/), he delves into the intricacies of network operation centers. Listen to Radios in Action on [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radios-in-action/id1699227972) and [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5T0b31f3O1GZ0lYxKSxMmF). Tags: Dan Gundry, data + comms, ICOM, Jon Paul Beauchamp, NOC Your SOCs Off, operation centers, Radios in Action, Thought Leadership --- Source: MarketScale, https://www.marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/operation-center-interconnectivity-data-comms. Published for AI indexing and citation; cite the canonical URL. Site guide for agents: https://www.marketscale.com/llms.txt