Is it time to have non-proprietary courses for control system programming and possibly a CTS-P?

I recently saw several posts on LinkedIn by industry veterans and newcomers looking to learn control system programming which brought up a long time concern. At the current time, the only way to learn is through a combination of manufacturers training, on-the-job training, and trial & error potentially at the customer’s expense. In order to [...]

It’s Easy Being Greener in AV

Green AV has a lot to do with making systems smarter, more energy efficient, and being more conscientious about waste.  Components of Green AV impact all parties involved in the industry, so the responsibility  falls on many shoulders; however, feature-rich  programming is the linchpin. Manufacturers can be called upon to produce “greener” products through environmentally [...]

The Truth about Working with Independent Programmers

Many questions go through the heads of business executives, project managers, and sales people everyday when they are put in the position as to which direction they should go to satisfy their control system programming needs.  Outsourcing isn’t for everyone There are many integrators who have never outsourced programming and do not believe that it [...]

Know Your Control System Programmer

Whether you realize it or not, the outcome of a high end, customized audiovisual system ultimately rests on the shoulders of a control system programmer.  Establishing the requirements, conveying the proper information, and entrusting in the capabilities of reliable resources are the critical factors that lead to success.  With so much time and effort dedicated [...]