Design-Build Services
Lacking clear requirements or direction at the start of a project? Light & Theory Consulting Group leads the design-build process, establishing standards, scope, and system strategy from day one.
Impact
- Change orders and scope creep
- Misaligned expectations
- Systems that don't meet operational needs
- Delays across trades due to unclear design
Resolution
- Requirements gathering and system planning
- Design packages for structured cabling, security, and AV
- Coordination with AHJs, IT departments, and Contractors
- Oversight and QA throughout construction
Managed Services
Lacking internal bandwidth or specialized expertise to manage badging, training, or multi-site support? Light & Theory Consulting Group provides scalable managed services that extend your team locally, nationally, and globally.
Impact
- Inconsistent programming across locations
- Increased downtime and user frustration
- Overloaded internal teams and burned-out technicians
- Higher operational costs due to reactive support
- Inability to scale or support remote offices and global growth
Resolution
- Ongoing employee access management and system hygiene
- Remote PM support for coordination, scheduling, documentation, and quality checks
- On-site or virtual training sessions tailored to security, AV, and IT systems
- Multi-site consistency, standardized programming, and remote commissioning
RFP Management
Frequently managing low-voltage RFPs without full technical understanding or support? Light & Theory Consulting Group serves as your RFP manager, overseeing the entire low-voltage bid process from conception to award.
Impact
- Inconsistent and incomplete bids across multiple integrators
- Difficult or impossible comparisons
- Scope gaps and change orders once construction begins
- End-user dissatisfaction due to systems not aligning with their operational needs
- Project delays caused by unclear requirements or incomplete engineering
Resolution
- Establishing system standards and operation with the end user
- Development of the Division 27 & 28 RFP package using LightFactor RFP Suite
- Management of the RFQ & Addendum process
- Evaluation of proposals for completeness and compliance
- Recommendation of preferred selection
Drawing Packages
Lacking proper CAD support and receiving inconsistent drawings or rejected submittals? Light & Theory provides complete drawing packages and CAD services that ensure accuracy.
Impact
- Delays in approvals and permitting
- Failed inspections and costly rework
- Incomplete installations due to poor documentation
- Lost credibility
Resolution
- Full drawing packages: device plans, floor plans, single-line diagrams, risers
- Shop drawings, submittal packages, and as-built creation
- Standardized templates for low-voltage trades
- CAD outsourcing without full-time staffing costs
Professional Services
Are outdated systems, firmware, or neglected infrastructure opening security and operational risks? Light & Theory Consulting Group creates migration and upgrade plans that restore stability and compliance.
Impact
- Frequent failures and downtime
- No manufacturer support
- Increased liability and operational exposure
- Expensive emergency repairs
Resolution
- System migrations and upgrade planning
- Programming updates for CCTV, access control, and AV
- Remediation and system cleanup
- Standardization and documentation of system architecture
IT Services
Are unstable networks, unmanaged switches, or outdated IT configurations impacting your special systems? Light & Theory Consulting Group stabilizes your infrastructure with coordinated IT and low-voltage support.
Impact
- Unpredictable downtime
- CCTV or access control outages
- Poor AV performance
- Increased security vulnerabilities
Resolution
- Network assessments and remediation
- Low-voltage + IT coordination
- Managed support options
- Device provisioning and remote support
- Cyber security audits and vulnerability testing
Audits & Standards
Lack visibility into system performance or potential vulnerabilities? Light & Theory Consulting Group performs full audits, gap analyses, and system baselines to bring clarity, safety, and direction.
Impact
- Vulnerabilities in security posture
- Inability to budget or plan upgrades
- Findings during audits or inspections
- Fragmented environments with no clear ownership
Resolution
- Complete audits for security, cabling, AV, and network infrastructure
- Review against industry and manufacturer standards
- Gap analysis and remediation roadmaр
- Documentation and system mapping
Technical Marketing Services
Struggling with branding, messaging, or visibility in the low-voltage industry? Light & Theory Consulting Group delivers targeted marketing support that strengthens identity, drives awareness, and elevates your market position.
Impact
- Low visibility with clients
- Outdated or inconsistent branding
- Lost bid opportunities due to weak differentiation
- No content strategy to attract new clients
Resolution
- Branding and rebranding for technology firms
- Social media management and content creation
- Corporate event planning and coordination
- Line cards, brochures, capability statements, and pitch decks
- Industry specific sales training
Staffing
Light & Theory provides flexible, experienced low-voltage staffing solutions — from project-based specialists to ongoing operational support — ensuring you have the right expertise at the right time, without the overhead of full-time hiring.
Impact
- Project delays and missed deadlines
- Overextended internal teams
- Incomplete or inaccurate bids
- Higher labor costs and inefficiencies
- Lost opportunities due to staffing gaps
Resolution
- Experienced, pre-vetted low-voltage professionals
- Direct hire, short-term, long-term, or project-based placements
- Support across cabling, security, AV, CAD, PM, and admin
- Scalable staffing without hiring or HR overhead
- Staff augmentation and workforce planning