Audio Video Systems, Inc. Achieves Gold Standard with Highest AV Industry Certification; Achieving Gold Under AV Industry Standard Certification Program Signifies AVS' Commitment to Excellence in Professional Development.

CHANTILLY, Va. -- Audio Video Systems, Inc., (AVS) a leading provider of custom audio/video (A/V) design-build and systems integration services for government and commercial customers, today announced that the company has achieved "Gold" status under the audiovisual (AV) industry's prestigious Certified AV Solutions Provider (CAVSP) Program. The Gold designation certifies that 75 percent of AVS' employees have completed an InfoComm International(R) (InfoComm) Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) credential program. InfoComm awards the CTS credential to AV professionals who demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the science and technology used in communications including audio, video, and display systems.

The CAVSP Program is the industry standard certification program for professional AV companies. InfoComm and the International Communications Industries Foundation (ICIF) administer the program to assist end-users of AV technologies in selecting providers demonstrating commitment to professional excellence through advanced education and training.

"Staff training, experience, and professionalism are critical factors that customers take into account when evaluating AV providers," said Matt Komos, AVS' Chief Operating Officer. "The Gold CAVSP certification provides independent recognition of our advanced knowledge and experience, and signals that our people are among the industry's most highly trained and technologically skilled. Our commitment to excellence in professional development, through both InfoComm and manufacturer training and certification, is a key ingredient of our success in delivering high quality service and exceeding customer expectations."

"A CAVSP designation gives AV companies a competitive advantage in the marketplace," said Randal A. Lemke, Ph.D., InfoComm International's executive director. "Customers of AV communications and presentation systems can be confident of professionalism and an aspiration to excellence when working with these companies that have invested in education and training to stay current on the latest AV technologies and techniques."

The CAVSP program ties in with the AVolution Industry Awareness Campaign that promotes the skills and talents of professional AV solutions providers. To achieve CAVSP status, the company must participate in AVolution by agreeing to 10 Standards of Excellence. Information on InfoComm's certification program and educational courses is available at www.infocomm.org. Details on AVolution are available at www.avolution.info.

About AVS

AVS designs and installs high-end, custom integrated audio, video, control systems, and facilities that enable organizations to increase productivity, speed decision making, and improve the effectiveness and security of communications. The company's multi-disciplinary approach leverages expertise in project management, engineering, integration, equipment, and training, delivering innovative A/V solutions with the versatility to adapt to changing facility and technology requirements. From concept to completion, AVS manages large-scale A/V design-build projects supporting command and control centers, network operations centers, secure videoconferencing, and intelligent video surveillance facilities. AVS' government and commercial customers include the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Department of State, SRA, AES Corporation, Booz Allen Hamilton, the Financial Services Roundtable, and L3 Communications. AVS was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Chantilly, VA. For additional information about AVS, go to www.avsinc.net or call 703-263-1002.