Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a topic of conversation for many years now, but with the launch of ChatGPT at the end of 2022, it seemed like everyone was talking about AI. There was talk about teenagers using it to write their papers for school. People were writing songs with it. Businesses were using it to identify trends in data sets. And yes, people were using it to write code for programming purposes.
Does this mean that using a Crestron programming company will be a thing of the past? In our opinion, probably not anytime soon.
While AI is a powerful tool, it’s still just a tool. On its own, a tool is pretty much worthless. It needs someone to use it properly for it to provide real value.
Companies like Crestron that provide systems for video conferencing, digital content distribution, and smart homes, as well as control and management technology, are quickly incorporating AI into their products. For example, Crestron recently introduced “Intelligent Video” for their video conferencing systems. The products in their Intelligent Video collection have features that allow video cameras to follow the conversation from speaker to speaker, capture the best views of the room, and track presenters as they move. It’s pretty slick technology that we envision a lot of companies incorporating into their conference rooms.
However, even as companies like Crestron are using AI to commoditize a variety of solutions, there will always be customers in need of a customized solution, and that’s where a company like AVPA comes in. We provide the customized solutions that you can’t get “off the shelf,” like those needed in high-end board rooms, command centers, government buildings, large entertainment venues, and fully integrated smart homes with unique needs. These types of solutions still require human intelligence. They need someone who can understand what the client is asking for and how the end users need the system to operate.
That’s why, when you hire a company for Crestron programming, you want to find one that not only has great programmers on their team, but also one that takes the time to understand the type of functionality you are looking for. Then, you want them to program it in such a way that the system is easy to operate without extensive training, with control devices that are intuitively designed.
Assuming that AI continues to advance and become more incorporated into the technology we use, the role of Crestron programmers may change, but we don’t believe humans will ever be completely replaced in this industry.
Of course, no one knows exactly what the future holds, but for now, our Crestron programming company is continuing to provide customized solutions for our clients.
If you are in need of the expertise of a Crestron programming company like AVPA, we would love to talk with you. Contact us today to discuss your upcoming project.
