CEDIA - Australasia

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association, or CEDIA, is recognised as the leading international trade association whose members specialise in the planning, design and installation of electronic systems. These typically include media rooms, single or multi-room entertainment systems, home automation and communication systems and integrated whole house sub-systems that provide control of entertainment, lighting, security and HVAC systems among others.

CEDIA was founded in the U.S. in September 1989 and has more than 1800 member companies worldwide. In 1994 Australasia became the first international chapter and is recognised as one of its greatest successes.

CEDIA members are established, insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience in this specialised field. Our members include Residential Electronic Systems Contractors, manufacturers, importers and distributors, consultants and affiliates. Custom installation is a new, rapidly growing field, which is not widely known outside the consumer electronics industry. Among consumers, there is little awareness or appreciation for the specialised knowledge and skills of the custom Residential Electronic Systems Contractor. Builders and home designers are better informed, but most are not aware of the breadth of custom installation services, or of all they and their clients stand to gain by using custom installers.

CEDIA's purpose is to build recognition and acceptance for this specialised field and to speak up for its interests in addressing industry, government and the marketplace.

Consumers can obtain referrals through CEDIA to find capable, reputable, professional, qualified design or installation contractors to counsel them and work in their homes or businesses.

Custom Installers are identified as a professional resource by consumers, builders, architects, and interior designers. Through CEDIA's ongoing commitment to education and training, they can provide better training for their staff. They have access to data and materials for managing their businesses and marketing their services. They have an open line of communication to manufacturers, industry officials and colleagues for solving problems and exchanging information.

Manufacturers know that equipment specified, installed and services by members will satisfy consumers leading to enthusiastic referrals and the further growth of the industry. They are given feedback that helps them create products that perform better, are easier to install and satisfy more and changing consumer demands.

By building awareness of custom installation among consumers and promoting CEDIA members as the most qualified contractors to perform design and installation of home electronic systems.
An ongoing commitment to educational programs and training courses
By generating leads and referrals
By establishing contacts with allied industries, professions and trades including building, architecture and interior design.
By making publicity, advertising and sales tools available to its members.
By assisting members in improving their management and technical skills.
By working for the establishment of industry standards with respect to the design and installation of home electronic systems.
By protecting member's interests in matters affected by government regulation.
By monitoring and guiding the growth of our new industry for the benefit of all its members and customers.

To develop and encourage high standards of service and conduct of designers and installers of electronic systems for the home;
To acquire, preserve and distribute data and other valuable business information relative to the business and industry of home electronic systems;
To promote high standards of integrity, business ethics and professionalism by and among all those engaged in the design and installation of electronic systems for the home;
To promote the activities of the industry to architects, interior designers, home builders and ultimately consumers, in order to strengthen and develop the standing and economic health of the industry;
To promote and expand the educational opportunities available to all levels of the management and employees in the industry, in order to further the professional, business, management and technical design and installation skills of all involved in the industry;
To promote and improve the communications and exchange of information and assistance between and among all segments of the industry;
To do all other things necessary or expedient for the administration of the affairs and the attainment of the purposes of the corporation.