AV Consulting

Practical, vendor‑neutral guidance for complex AV projects. We help you choose the right technology, plan integrations, and deliver systems that work the first time—and keep working.

What we do

We provide independent, vendor‑neutral AV consulting that turns complexity into clear decisions.

Our process starts with your goals, budget, and constraints. Then we evaluate options, map risks, and build a simple plan your team can follow.

Whether you’re designing new spaces or improving what you already have, we help you invest with confidence and avoid expensive missteps.

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Our consulting services

Project Strategy & Planning

Define the right scope, timeline, and budget before you buy equipment.

  • Needs assessment & interviews
  • Scope, budget, and timeline definition
  • Risk register & mitigation plan
  • Success criteria checkpoints

Technology Evaluation & Selection

Choose solutions based on requirements—not vendor pressure.

  • Requirements → shortlist → evaluation
  • Product comparisons
  • Vendor due diligence
  • Total cost of ownership

Integration Roadmaps

Plan the system architecture and rollout to avoid surprises during install.

  • System architecture & signal-flow design
  • Phased rollout & cutover plan
  • IT/network coordination
  • Standards & scalability

Specification & Documentation

Give integrators the clear specs they need to bid accurately and deliver reliably.

  • CSI/MasterFormat specifications
  • Drawings: plans, racks, I/O schedules
  • RFP packages & bid support
  • Commissioning & testing plans

Our consulting process

A proven methodology that delivers results

STEP ONE
Discovery & Assessment
We meet with stakeholders, review spaces and standards, and capture requirements, constraints, and risks.

Discovery & Assessment

We meet with stakeholders, review spaces and standards, and capture requirements, constraints, and risks.

STEP TWO
Strategy Development
We translate findings into a practical plan: scope, budget, timeline, and success criteria—plus a shortlist of technologies.

Strategy Development

We translate findings into a practical plan: scope, budget, timeline, and success criteria—plus a shortlist of technologies.

STEP THREE
Implementation Support
During design and install we coordinate with IT and integrators, answer RFIs, review submittals, and keep the project on track.

Implementation Support

During design and install we coordinate with IT and integrators, answer RFIs, review submittals, and keep the project on track.

STEP FOUR
Optimization & Growth
After go‑live, we fine‑tune performance, capture lessons learned, and plan the next phase so your AV environment scales smoothly.

Optimization & Growth

After go‑live, we fine‑tune performance, capture lessons learned, and plan the next phase so your AV environment scales smoothly.

Why choose our consulting?

Independent Perspective

We're vendor‑neutral. Every recommendation is based on your goals, not sales targets.

Deep Technical Expertise

20+ years in tech and 7+ in AV—from drawings and standards to programming.

Strategic Outcomes

We reduce risk, control cost, and deliver systems that are simple to support and scale.

Consulting case studies

Corporate Headquarters Renovation

A multi‑floor refresh with executive boardrooms, divisible training rooms, and huddle spaces.

Challenge: Inconsistent user experience across rooms and frequent meeting delays.
Solution: Standardized AV design package, vendor bake‑off, and phased rollout plan aligned with IT standards.
Result: 30% faster room turnarounds and measurable drop in support tickets post‑launch.

Education Technology Modernization

A multi‑year plan to upgrade classrooms while classes remained in session.

Challenge: Aging equipment across 200+ rooms and limited installation windows.
Solution: Room‑type standards, summer/winter break deployment plan, and integrator playbook.
Result: 150+ rooms upgraded on schedule with consistent UX and simplified support.

Ready to get strategic guidance?

Let's discuss how our consulting services can help you make confident decisions about your AV technology investments.