Audio/Video & Conferencing Installation
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Overview
AV and conferencing contractors install conference room audio/video, video conferencing, and collaboration systems.
With hybrid meetings essential and AV technology complex, AV installation generates revenue of $170,000-$580,000 with 50-70% margins through installation projects.
The business requires AV technology expertise, video conferencing platform knowledge (Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams Rooms), audio and video equipment knowledge, low-voltage and networking, and project management.
Services include conference room AV installation, video conferencing system deployment, display and projector installation, audio system and DSP configuration, control systems programming (Crestron, AMX), and AV support and maintenance.
Revenue through installation projects and support contracts.
Success factors include AV technology and equipment expertise, video conferencing platform certifications, control system programming capability, understanding business meeting room needs, and vendor partnerships (Crestron, Poly, Logitech).
Marketing focuses on businesses, conference facilities, schools and universities, and corporate headquarters.
With hybrid meetings permanent and AV systems complex in 2025, AV conferencing installation offers collaboration technology opportunities serving meetings with AV expertise and programming as major differentiators.
Required Skills
- AV technology and equipment
- Video conferencing platforms
- Control system programming
- Audio DSP configuration
- Low-voltage and networking
- Project management
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Hybrid meetings driving demand
- AV systems complex
- High-value installation projects
- Recurring support and maintenance
- Corporate and education markets
Cons
- AV expertise demands
- Control programming specialized
- Equipment costs high
- Project management complexity
- Competitive bidding
How to Get Started
- Build AV technology expertise
- Learn video conferencing platforms
- Master control system programming
- Acquire AV tools and equipment
- Partner with AV vendors
- Market to businesses and education
- Offer AV support contracts
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