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CEDIA Enhances Member of Excellence Program: Raising the Bar with Comprehensive Integrator Verification

By CEDIA - Apr 20, 2026 • Press Releases

FISHERS, Ind. (April 20, 2026) – CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, today announced the relaunch of its Member of Excellence program—a rigorous and comprehensive designation for custom integration companies.

The Member of Excellence program goes beyond traditional certifications by verifying integrators in core areas, including membership longevity, technical expertise, financial discipline, customer care commitments, professional design processes, industry leadership, and CEDIA Smart Home Awards recognition.

"The smart home industry has matured significantly, and consumers deserve a way to identify integrators who demonstrate excellence across every aspect of their business, not just technical installation. Member of Excellence provides that verification," said Wendy Griffiths, CEDIA Senior Vice President, Membership & Global Development. "This designation recognizes CEDIA members who have taken their business to the next level, with a focus on exceptional customer support, award-winning projects, and industry altruism—instilling confidence in consumers’ choices.”

The Pillars of Verified Excellence

Applicants must demonstrate all of the following five pillars:

Dedicated: Hold Premium and/or Professional tier integrator membership for five consecutive years

Certified: Multiple active CEDIA certifications

Disciplined: No active or historical insolvencies or bankruptcies associated with the company or its directors in the last ten years

Committed: Documented customer care plans extending beyond installation

Detailed: Comprehensive project documentation

Applicants must also meet one of the following pillars:

Collaborative: Active involvement as a CEDIA volunteer or Design & Build Outreach Instructor

Celebrated: Recognition as a CEDIA Smart Home Awards project or business finalist in the last five years

The Member of Excellence application process requires integrators to submit comprehensive documentation for review by CEDIA. Member of Excellence status is renewable every three years, requiring ongoing verification to maintain compliance and status.

For more information about the Member of Excellence program or to begin an application, visit cedia.org/excellence or contact the CEDIA membership team at member@cedia.org.

About CEDIA

CEDIA® is the Association for Smart Home Professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA is dedicated to advocacy, connection, and education, and fosters a thriving community as the home for smart home professionals. Globally, CEDIA advances the rights of technology integrators by working with governmental bodies; gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople for learning and networking; and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the continued growth of the smart home industry. CEDIA co-owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world's largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world's largest residential technology show. Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver smart home technology solutions that enrich homeowners' lives. Learn more about CEDIA at cedia.org.