Featured Project: Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation – Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
The Challenge
The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) set out to build the country’s first private-sector–led Emergency Operations Center, strategically located in the Clark Special Economic Zone.
The EOC needed an audiovisual system that would allow rapid coordination, multi-source monitoring, and real-time information sharing during disasters. The AV solution had to deliver:
- A large-format, multi-source video wall
- Clear audio for briefings and coordination
- Reliable control and switching between various data feeds
- A system that was intuitive to operate during critical, high-pressure situations
The challenge: engineer a system with high visibility, reliability, and immediate response capability—essential for national disaster management.
The AVLS Solution
AVLS designed and built a complete command-center audiovisual system, integrating video, audio, and control platforms into a cohesive environment optimized for emergency operations.
- Professional Display Systems
- Mounting & Hardware Integration
- Digital Signage Playback & Content Control
- Connectivity & Supporting Materials
- Engineering & Services
High-Definition Video Wall System
- 49″ video wall displays configured into a large, seamless visual canvas
- Video wall processing system capable of multi-window layouts and unified single-display mode
- Support for 8 network PCs for multi-source display and 1 server PC for full-screen projection
This provided uninterrupted visibility of weather data, crisis updates, mapping tools, and situational intelligence.
Advanced Video Wall Control Software
AVLS supplied the EOC’s video wall management platform, enabling operators to:
- Route multiple inputs to any display segment
- Adjust resolution, alignment, format, and color
- Display content from graphics files, documents, prerecorded videos, and web browsers
- Access CATV, CCTV, and media-player sources
This flexibility is critical during evolving disaster situations that require shifting between dashboards and intelligence streams.
Audio & Presentation Systems
- Ceiling speakers for clear voice reinforcement during briefings
- Projectors for secondary visualization and team discussions
- Unified control system for managing all AV elements
These systems ensured that communication was heard clearly and reliably across the operations hub.
Outcome
Since the turnover in 2018, The PDRF Emergency Operations Center now operates with a high-performance command-center AV environment, enabling fast, coordinated decision-making during emergencies.
The video wall’s clarity, scale, and multi-source capability significantly enhance situational awareness, while the audio and control systems support clear communication among responders, analysts, and decision-makers.
AVLS delivered an AV solution designed for zero delays, maximum visibility, and reliable operation—all essential in a national emergency command center where every second counts.
Through this installation, AVLS contributed to a milestone in Philippine disaster preparedness—equipping the first private-sector Emergency Operations Center with modern audiovisual technology that strengthens coordination and resilience. The project stands as a proud example of AVLS’ role in supporting mission-critical national infrastructure.
