The AVIXA Systems Integrators Council works to advance the role of AV system integrators. Its efforts focus on driving excellence, growth, and workforce development within the AV integration community.
The purpose of the Systems Integrators Council is to help advance the interests and capabilities of system integrators in the audiovisual industry by emphasizing standards and best practices, supporting continuing education, and increasing industry outreach with an eye on recruitment and retention. These elements are intended to drive excellence and growth in the Audio-Visual Industry.
Actively support the revisit of the Best Practices Document: “Best Practices: Independent Contractors in the AV Industry” white paper with the Independent Technical Services Council input.
Actively support the initiative of Systems Integrators Best Practices through discovery and learning sessions on the topics of USB and Project Management.
Actively promote and engage with Systems Integrators on the AVIXA Xchange platform to increase awareness.
Reviewing membership with an eye to increasing participation and retention.
Drew Lobley
Director, Audio Visual Design,
Bosch Building Technologies
Best Practices: Project Management Guide
This meticulously curated directory stands as a cornerstone resource, poised to help address labor shortages and service gaps within the industry. By facilitating the identification and connection of proficient AV entities, the Skill Matrix plays a pivotal role in fostering collaboration across diverse verticals within the AV industry landscape.
With so many individuals looking for employment, it can be difficult to sift through the flood of applicants and identify those individuals who will be a great fit for your organization and your customers. This document attempts to identify key elements of the hiring process and how to increase the likelihood of finding a great next team member.
The purpose of this guide is to provide a reference for Systems Integrators and other companies, as good employers, to develop a successful onboarding process for all new hire employees. This is also intended to function as a reference tool for new employees as to what they should expect and what to ask for help with to ensure a positive onboarding experience. This document aims to provide a road map for creating a smooth onboarding experience for the employee and employer with the long-term goal of employee retention and growth for everyone involved.
As the AV industry continues to scale up through acquisitions and positive economic growth, the chances are high that you are relying on independent contractors to keep up with demand. This document is meant to be used as a springboard for better communication between parties to help establish healthy and long-lasting relationships with your subcontractor talent pool.
