Systems integration for networks, security and AV

DCC plans and connects separate technologies, including networking, cameras, access control, automation and AV, into one coordinated system that's documented, supportable and checked for compatibility before anything is installed.

Building automation panel and wall-mounted control tablet beside an open equipment cabinet in a modern lobby

What systems integration covers

Most buildings end up with technology from several vendors that was never designed to work together. Integration is the planning and network work that makes it behave like one system.

Camera and access control infrastructure

The network side of security systems, done properly.

  • IP camera networks, PoE switching and recording storage
  • Door access control and gate control connectivity
  • Isolated networks for security devices

Control systems and automation

Relays, sensors and controllers that run on schedules, triggers or remote commands.

  • Relay and controller integration
  • Remote monitoring, control and alerts
  • Automation logic tailored to the site

Commercial AV and conference rooms

Displays, audio and conferencing that work when the meeting starts.

  • Conference room displays and video conferencing
  • Distributed audio
  • AV equipment evaluation and system design

Network backbone

One network that can carry every system, with the right separation between them.

  • Structured cabling and switching
  • VLANs and segmentation between systems
  • Remote access for authorized users and vendors

Evaluation and design

Planning before purchasing.

  • Equipment and vendor evaluation
  • Compatibility reviewed before deployment
  • Documentation of how everything connects

Custom solutions

For requirements that don't match an off-the-shelf product.

  • Custom control and integration projects
  • Bridging older equipment with newer systems
  • Ongoing support after installation

Typical integration projects

Integration work is usually about making existing pieces cooperate, not replacing everything.

  • Adding cameras to a site and keeping them off the business network
  • Connecting a gate or door controller so it can be operated and monitored remotely
  • Setting up a conference room so presentations and video calls work without a support call
  • Pulling several separate systems onto one well-documented network

How a project works

The same straightforward process applies whether it's one stubborn problem or a full installation.

  1. Start with a call or message

    Describe what's going on or what you're planning. A rough description is enough to start.

  2. Review what's there

    Existing equipment, cabling and coverage are reviewed on-site or remotely, so recommendations build on what you already own.

  3. Agree on a plan

    You get a clear recommendation, with options and costs, before any work begins.

  4. Install, document, support

    The work is completed cleanly and documented, with ongoing support available when you want it.

Systems integration questions

What does a systems integrator do?

A systems integrator plans how separate technologies connect, then makes them work together: networking, security devices, controllers, AV and communications. The goal is one coordinated system instead of several isolated ones.

Will new equipment work with what we already have?

Compatibility is reviewed before deployment. If an existing system can't integrate cleanly, you'll know before you buy anything, along with your options.

Can you work alongside our electrician, builder or security vendor?

Yes. Integration projects often involve other trades. DCC focuses on the network, configuration and integration side and coordinates with the people handling power, construction or monitoring.

Do you handle integration for homes as well as businesses?

Yes. The same approach applies to businesses and to larger homes with cameras, gates, automation and AV. See residential technology for home-specific services.

Have a project in mind or a system that needs attention?

Tell DCC what's going on. A short description is enough to start the conversation.