What is considered the best practice to ensure all equipment is delivered for an AV event?

Matching selected equipment to the shipping manifest is regarded as the best practice because it ensures that everything ordered for the AV event is indeed packed and shipped. The shipping manifest serves as the official list of items that should be included in the delivery, allowing for cross-verification against the selected equipment during the planning stages. This proactive step helps to identify any discrepancies or missing items before the equipment is needed for setup, thereby reducing the risk of operational issues during the event.

In contrast, while checking delivery receipts, inspecting delivered items, and verifying quantities with suppliers are important practices, they may occur after the equipment has already been delivered. These methods can help catch errors, but they do not prevent them from happening in the first place. By focusing on matching the selected equipment to the shipping manifest ahead of time, potential problems can be addressed before they impact the event. This practice emphasizes preemptive management and thorough organization, which are crucial in the fast-paced environment of AV installations.