Empowering Innovation: Inside Crestron's Technology Partner Programs
Collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation
October 31
Empowering Innovation: Inside Crestron's Technology Partner Programs
By Bob Bavolacco, Director of Technology Partner Programs

This past July, we noted something on the Crestron blog that we’re quite proud of — it’s an aspect of our guiding philosophy that we call “True Blue.”

As we noted:

While “True Blue” is a phrase Crestron has coined recently, the thoughts and actions that go into it have been part of the company for decades. Illustrations of the philosophy at work can be found in the relationships we create and maintain with partners, whether they’re creating hardware or software solutions that integrate with Crestron technology.

The notion of working with other firms to find the perfect answer is a true expression of those guiding principles: If Crestron doesn’t make it, we’ll find someone who does, as long as they’ll work with us to satisfy a customer’s needs in the most effective and reliable way we can. Together, we’re creating best-in-class solutions for every integration project, large or small.

Those relationships aren’t static — they're evolving and expanding, with purpose and intention. That’s the fundamental idea behind Crestron's Technology Partner Programs.

What Are Crestron's Technology Partner Programs?

Simply put, the programs are a suite of initiatives that enable third-party hardware and software providers to integrate seamlessly with Crestron’s ecosystem. Whether it's through Crestron Connected® technology, XiO Cloud® software development kit, or our Elite Partner Program, these partnerships are built to deliver best-in-class solutions across enterprise, education, hospitality, and residential markets.

The foundational idea here is this: In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation. We believe that the best solutions emerge when industry leaders come together to solve real-world challenges. That’s why our Technology Partner Programs are designed not just to integrate products — but to elevate experiences.

Why Partner with Crestron?

Joining Crestron’s Technology Partner Programs means becoming part of a global ecosystem that values:

  • Interoperability: Effortless integration with Crestron’s control and cloud platforms
  • Scalability: Solutions that grow with your business
  • Support: Dedicated resources throughout the development and certification lifecycle
  • Innovation: Access to cutting-edge technologies and market insights

Integration Made Easy

Crestron Technology Partner Programs provide a strategic framework for companies to integrate their solutions with our industry-leading platforms. When two technology leaders collaborate, there are tremendous possibilities for innovation.

Through comprehensive development support and resources, our partners create solutions of outstanding quality and reliability via our comprehensive testing and certification process. The programs create mutual business growth opportunities through joint go-to-market initiatives, maximize visibility with authorized Crestron branding, and drive adoption through our established global network of dealers and integrators.

Strategic Collaborations Driving the Future

Crestron’s partnerships with industry giants like Microsoft, Zoom, Sony, NETGEAR, and dozens of other industry-leading brands exemplify the power of strategic collaboration. From outfitting Signature Microsoft Teams® Rooms with intelligent video solutions to integrating NETGEAR® AV Line switches for clean AV-over-IP deployments or installing Sony® BRAVIA displays paired with Crestron’s Automate VX with Visual AI for auto-framing and reframing in high-impact meeting spaces, these alliances are shaping the future of workplace technology.

Here's another great example: The partnership between Crestron, Jupiter Systems, Inc. and Salamander Designs provides our mutual clients with a complete Microsoft Teams® Rooms bundle and an exceptional meeting environment. We do this by combining Crestron control and the Microsoft Teams Rooms meeting experience through our UC-B31-T unified communications solution in a 21:9 format on the Jupiter Pana 105 display, and we pair that up with a custom-built Salamander Designs Arc table that is designed for optimum collaboration and interaction during hybrid meetings and conferencing, presenting a clear view for everyone involved. We complete this unique user experience with a custom Salamander credenza that neatly conceals the UC engine and other AV-related accessories to provide a clean aesthetic in nearly any environment.

A Roadmap Built on Content, Collaboration, and Control

Crestron’s roadmap is focused on three pillars: content, collaboration, and control. With innovations in AV-over-IP, intelligent video, and touchless room automation, Crestron is committed to simplifying technology and enhancing user experiences across every vertical.

That “collaboration” pillar has multiple meanings: Not only is it about creating experiences that streamline communication in today’s hybrid workplaces, it’s also about working with our partners to create the right solutions. Crestron's Technology Partner Programs are an excellent expression of just that.

Getting Started

Interested in becoming a Crestron technology partner? Visit the Integrated Partners Portal at https://www.crestron.com/Partners/Integrated-Partners to view a sample of our partnerships and complete a submission to learn more.

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Crestron True Blue

Create exceptional experiences, together.” It’s been Crestron’s guiding principle and singular purpose from the beginning. True Blue is the embodiment of that spirit, woven into the fabric of our culture, fueled by and shared with our valued customers, partners, and employees.

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Integrated Partners

Crestron works with the best in the business to deliver best in class experiences. From hardware to software, fully integrated or completely compatible, each partnership creates solutions designed to move our industry forward.

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Crestron Unifies Content, Collaboration, and Control

Remarkable things can happen when modern workplace and learning environments integrate three essential capabilities: sharing information effortlessly (Content), connecting people naturally (Collaboration), and automating technology intelligently (Control). Our unified solutions bring them together flawlessly to help you simplify and enrich the ways you work and learn.

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