Insights Why AV Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought: The Case for Choosing a Specialist Partner Like BoomSpace Steve Larkins 3 min read Introduction When planning an office fit-out, it’s tempting to streamline the process, choosing one contractor for lighting, furniture, even the AV systems. But time and again, we’ve seen the pitfalls of this approach: missed opportunities, compromised quality, and systems that are outdated before they’re even commissioned. At BoomSpace, AV isn’t a bolt-on. It’s our core craft. With over 30 years of experience designing and integrating workplace technology, we know what works, and more importantly, what endures. Your Partner, Not Just a Provider We don’t just install and walk away. We embed ourselves as a trusted extension of your internal IT and Facilities teams by guiding, supporting, and representing your best interests throughout the entire project lifecycle. From the first conversation to post-completion care, we stay invested. Because your AV system isn’t finished when the room is painted. It needs care, continuity and evolution, and that’s where our BoomCare Managed Services programme comes in. Cookie-Cutter Isn’t Clever Too often, we inherit systems that have been value-engineered into bland uniformity. The same kit in every room, the same limitations, the same frustrations. Or worse, overly complex solutions that nobody knows how to use. At BoomSpace, every design is bespoke. We listen carefully, assess rigorously, and create intelligent AV environments that feel intuitive, adaptable, and empowering. Whether it’s a divisible training room or a mission-critical boardroom, we tailor the experience to real needs, not just the spec sheet. Seamless, Strategic Integration Unlike general fit-out firms who subcontract AV as an afterthought, we work hand-in-glove with architects, M&E consultants, IT leaders and workplace strategists. This ensures your AV solutions are fully integrated—technically, operationally and aesthetically. It’s a joined-up, consultative process. Our systems are designed to grow with you, flex with your business, and support hybrid working, multi-platform conferencing, and sustainable infrastructure. Support That Never Stops Where traditional contractors move on after handover, we stay by your side. Through BoomCare, our proactive aftercare programme, we ensure your system performs consistently, evolves with your needs, and continues to deliver value long after installation. From remote monitoring to rapid support, scheduled maintenance to user training, we protect your AV investment like it’s our own, because in many ways, it is. Why It Matters AV is no longer just ‘nice to have’. It’s critical infrastructure. Get it wrong and you lose time, engagement, and momentum. Get it right and it transforms how your teams connect, collaborate, and thrive. BoomSpace is the specialist AV partner who listens deeper, thinks further, and delivers better. We represent you throughout the journey—and beyond—ensuring your AV works not just on day one, but every day after. Ready to make AV your advantage? Let’s start with a conversation.
