Audiovisual systems integration is an integral component of every commercial building.
The proliferation of audiovisual needs is dictating the expectations of commercial builder’s clients.  Architects, engineers, contractors and real-estate developers must deliver the highest quality, integrated audiovisual systems with their construction design.  By selecting a dedicated audiovisual design professional, you are increasing your competitive advantage by utilizing the people who understand today’s AV issues while anticipating tomorrow’s trends.

Isn’t AV just the finishing touch?
No, an audiovisual design professional should be brought in at the very beginning of the design process.  AV design touches every other design parameter, including mechanical/HVAC (thermal, noise), electrical (power, infrastructure, lighting), structural (equipment suspension), and architectural (handicap access, millwork, fit and finish).  Including AV infrastructure into the building design will save money now and in the future.

Most clients know what capabilities they want… But selecting the right technology for seamless integration is a mystery.
Audiovisual design professionals remove the mystery by asking the right questions. How will the technology be used?  Who will use the technology? What type of control is desired? Is the installation a flexible furniture piece or a fixed feature?  Does the system need to be portable or a built-in system?  What are the size, shape and occupancy of the rooms or building?

What is the advantage to finding an audiovisual design partner?
When you make an audiovisual design professional a part of your planning team, you will secure the competitive advantage through best practices, technology expertise and innovation focus, but most importantly… you will avoid costly design mistakes!

Whether you are constructing a corporate or government facility, audiovisual design professionals understand your client’s conferencing and communication requirements. Schools and universities need the most innovative technology to thrive. Arenas, stadiums, entertainment venues, performing arts centers, and even houses of worship, require specific acoustic and lighting design expertise.  And the retail environment is reaching new customers through digital signage.

LIVE! Technologies’ Systems Integration Division offers design, installation and service for all types of audio, visual, lighting and control systems for commercial buildings.  Their staff of designers, programmers, and technicians has extensive training in their respective fields. LIVE! offers AV products from more than sixty manufacturers.

(About the Author: Dave Mead is LIVE! Technologies’ New Business Development Associate. He has over 35 years experience in design and installation of audiovisual systems.)