Optimize Your Next Build With AV Commissioning

Cut Project Delays and Avoid Support Tickets with Purposeful System Design 

Every AV project runs on expectations: that the system will work, that the client will be satisfied, and that no callbacks will be necessary after handoff. Commissioning is the process that gives you that certainty. It’s not the last-minute polish. It confirms that everything works as designed, before the project closes.

AV commissioning is a structured technical process that validates system wiring, configuration, programming, and performance. Without it, gaps in functionality often go unnoticed until the client is already using the system. At that point, support calls begin, satisfaction drops, and you’re spending time fixing instead of building.

Confirm AV Reliability Before Use

Don’t settle for a system that “technically” works on paper but performs unpredictably in a real environment. During the commissioning phase, technicians run through a checklist of tests to simulate real-world use. That includes verifying input and output paths, signal routing, and control programming.

Commissioning is needed for all commercial projects, including conference rooms, education centers, and retail environments. For example, a touchscreen interface that hasn’t been stress-tested under user load may glitch or freeze. Or a video distribution system could cut off content due to misconfigured resolution settings. Commissioning catches these problems when there’s still time to fix them.

It also reduces follow-up support. Instead of waiting for users to report problems, commissioning proactively identifies failure points. The result: fewer truck rolls, fewer help desk tickets, and more repeat business.

Verify Programming Performance & Settings 

Equipment doesn’t auto-calibrate. Audio DSPs, switchers, and control processors need programmed logic and manual review to perform at a high level. Commissioning is the point where audio gain is balanced, microphones are tested for room acoustics, and video settings are adjusted to match the display matrix.

When this step is skipped or rushed, the system underdelivers. For example, improperly tuned mics may create echo or feedback. Flat video signals degrade the impact of a digital signage wall. Users assume the system isn’t high quality when, in fact, it wasn’t fully tuned.

This matters most when you’ve sourced premium equipment. High-end gear only makes a difference when optimized for the space it’s in. Commissioning is what unlocks that value.

Create Greater Accountability In Your Project 

Commissioning is also a form of risk management. A verified and documented process adds accountability across the board. Clients can’t claim a system wasn’t configured properly. Teams have a paper trail for what was tested and signed off.

In some verticals—like healthcare, higher education, or corporate AV—commissioning is tied to compliance. Regulatory standards or internal guidelines often require documented testing to close the project. Skipping it means risking penalties or missed certifications.

Even outside regulated environments, structured commissioning signals professionalism. It shows the client that the project was completed with discipline. That translates to confidence and often referrals.

Make AV Commissioning a Part of Your Routine 

AV commissioning doesn’t have to be a resource drain. Partnering with an expert programming firm brings structure, documentation, and reliability to the process. Our teams build commissioning into the workflow so it doesn’t become an afterthought.

They’ll load and verify control code, calibrate audio and video performance, and document functionality across every endpoint. Outsourcing commissioning to a trusted team allows your internal resources to focus on managing the project, not troubleshooting it after handoff.

Let’s Get Commissioning Off Your Plate

If your team is stretched or your systems are growing more complex, we handle commissioning so you don’t have to. Talk to us about white-label commissioning and programming support that’s built for AV professionals managing large-scale installs. Call us or fill out our contact form to get started.