Dec 02 2025

How Hardware Choices Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators

When staff at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry began planning their exhibit on the science behind James Bond movies, they knew they would need to invest in reliable hardware. They wanted to project clips from the films, which required video equipment that could accommodate the shape and size of the gallery where the exhibit would be housed. 

BizTech went to the museum in Chicago to discuss the project with the exhibit planning team. Their experience is an example for other organizations on how to leverage valuable partnerships and critical hardware choices to create interactive experiences for visitors.

READ MORE: How museums are deploying interactive technology to create more immersive experiences.

Participants

    John Llewellyn, Senior Exhibit Strategist, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

    Erik Andersen, Featured Experiences and Special Project Manager, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

    Jeff Glass, Senior Engineer, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Video Highlights

  • To present the science behind the gadgets in James Bond movies, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry had to invest in hardware such as projectors and screens to show film clips.
  • Museum staff also infused the exhibit with innovative and interactive touch screens.
  • Powering the exhibit required extensive use of cables and server racks to maintain reliable network connectivity.