Networks & Automation Part 1: Network Reliability
As readers of this blog have already learned, there are many components involved in building and designing a functioning Crestron control system. Proper power supply, clean installations, and well written code begin to build the foundation of our simple, intuitive and reliable automation systems. Perhaps the most important piece of the puzzle however, is the […]
The Truly Energy Efficient Home
It’s hard to get away from the idea of energy efficiency and conservation in the modern home. With the rapid expanse of technology in the energy sector, consumers and homeowners are presented with new ways to “go green” on a daily basis. Developers and home technologists alike have responded by striving to build more energy […]
Common Crestron Issues: Over Promising and Over Designing
In the years since we started GMI Automation we have seen many Crestron systems deployed by other integrators fail to live up to the expectations of the end user. As we’ve discussed in this blog these issues could be anything from improper coding to inadequate wiring and everything in between. Sadly, more often than not, the failure arises before […]
5 Reasons Why Clean Installs are Critical for Automation Systems
There are many factors to consider when selecting the automation vendor for your home or office. Integrators throughout the industry will often show off their flashy finished products, with beautifully designed Crestron components and stunning 4K displays. However, before you select a vendor for your automation project, it’s vital that you pull back the curtain […]
Integrated Video and the Connected Office
Since the release of the first iPhone back in 2007, the prevalence of live video, 24/7 content and remote collaboration in our lives has changed the business landscape in ways we could not have imagined. Despite this fact, many offices throughout the country lack the necessary technology to adequately compete in today’s modern economy. We’ve […]
The Truth About Concierge Level Service
Selecting the right vendor for any project in your home can be a difficult task. Often times contractors and home professionals will make promises about their services that they simply do not, or can not, keep. Our knowledge of this all too common issue is why GMI Automation and the #DoneRightNotEasy crew make it part […]
Security: The Missing Link to True Automation – Part 2
In part one of our feature we discussed how security systems can integrate directly into Crestron control systems and how they can be used to trigger events for a truly automated home. Today we will continue to explore this topic and the advantages to bringing the entire control of your home under one platform. Security […]
Security: The Missing Link to True Automation – Part 1
Many professional integrators will claim to be able to fully automate your home, however, they will oftentimes install and program a Crestron automation system and leave the security of the home to an entirely different vendor. GMI integrates security and automation with all of our Crestron systems. There are many advantages to having a properly […]
Case Study: New Jersey Conference Room Audio Repair
We recently highlighted how we use our expertise and experience to effectively take over problematic Crestron systems. Today we will take a closer look at a financial firm in New Jersey and how we solved the ongoing issues with their automated video conferencing and audio system. Some background on this project, a few years ago we were […]