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Planning Before Building™

Why Choose Us

Smart Technology. Beautiful Spaces.

Planning Before Building is NTI's eight-step process: plan, design, document, pre-construction, procurement, build, verify and support. We set low-voltage budgets and system requirements early, coordinate them with the architect and engineers, issue bid-ready construction documents, then visit the site to confirm contractors install what was designed.

What We Do

Beautiful & Functional Spaces, Designed With Rigor, Artistry & Style.

Plan

We consult clients on optimal budget, cabling, security, and AV solutions.

Design

We coordinate with architects to plan all scoped spaces properly.

Document

Our complete plans eliminate field speculation confusion and mistakes.

Pre-Construction

We collaborate with designers to realize the owner’s opening-day vision.

Procurement

Our detailed bid documents streamline and clarify vendor selection.

Build

Our larger organization provides seamless installation from completed designs.

Verify

We provide construction site visits and vendor oversight for guaranteed technology.

Support

We provide technology deployment, maintenance, and repair solutions upon request.
Our Story

A Legacy of Commercial Technology Expertise

NTI was founded in 1998 by Jeff Cook and his partners to provide professional commercial technology consultation services.

Jeff was ahead of his time in recognizing the emerging need for informed expertise for the technologies that rely on a low voltage infrastructure.

The NTI senior management team has grown into thought leaders in the low voltage industry, with over 100 years of collective expertise.  Our collective staff hold industry designations such as RCDD, RCDD/NTS, CTS, CTS-D, and PMP.

NTI’s team of professionals design the structured cabling, wireless systems, security systems and audio visual systems for multiple industries.

Our services include consulting for technology (low voltage) systems , coordinated design, design documentation, procurement management, vendor installation oversight, peer reviews and commissioning.

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Expanding Our Capabilities, Preserving Our Focus

Technology Consulting, Design
and Project Management

In 2018, following a decade of exceptional momentum and proven success, NTI caught the attention of Automated Systems Design (ASD). The strategic acquisition that followed was born out of a clear, powerful synergy: the opportunity to bridge the gap between the drafting board and the construction site.

By marrying NTI’s elite technology consulting and pure design engineering with ASD’s massive, hands-on low-voltage installation and build capabilities, we closed the loop on the technology lifecycle. This alignment didn't change NTI's commitment to pure, vendor-neutral design—instead, it supercharged it, giving our clients a seamless, single-source pathway from initial concept to opening-day deployment.

Designing the Technology That Brings Spaces to Life

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Rendering of Ponce City Market rooftop with City Market sign and highlighted cameras and Wi-Fi

Since 1998, NTI has completed over 2,000 successful projects across various markets. Driven by a commitment to exceed expectations, the company has built a loyal base, with over 90% of its business coming from repeat clients and referrals. NTI is led by experienced industry professionals holding advanced certifications (including RCDD, CTS, and PMP) who remain dedicated to continuous learning.

Why Should I Hire a Technology Consultant?

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