The future of AV system design lies in automation, smart data integration, and artificial intelligence. In an industry where speed, accuracy, and efficiency are critical, AV professionals are increasingly turning to AI-powered tools to optimize their workflows. XTEN-AV, a leader in cloud-based AV design software, has taken a major leap forward with its intelligent assistant XAVIA. Designed to work seamlessly within XTEN-AV and with the potential to complement other tools like D-Tools, XAVIA is transforming how integrators design, document, and manage AV projects.
This blog explores how XAVIA works with leading AV platforms and how it elevates performance, whether you are using XTEN-AV exclusively or in combination with other tools like D-Tools.
What Is XAVIA
XAVIA is the AI engine inside XTEN-AV. It assists AV designers by automating system layout, recommending compatible products, generating documentation, and catching design errors in real time. Think of it as a virtual assistant that understands AV design logic and improves both speed and accuracy in your workflow.
XAVIA is not just limited to system design. It also supports proposal generation, document standardization, and multi-project management, making it a full-featured asset across different stages of AV integration.
XAVIA and XTEN-AV: A Native Integration
XTEN-AV is the primary home for XAVIA. The two are built to work in harmony from the ground up. Here is how the integration makes life easier for AV professionals.
1. Smart AV Design Automation
When you begin a project in XTEN-AV, XAVIA helps map out the system design based on room dimensions, use case, and desired functionality. It suggests compatible devices, auto-connects signal flows, and applies logical design rules to prevent issues.
This means designers can move from concept to a functional layout in record time.
2. AI-Driven Product Selection
Instead of manually searching through catalogs or third-party websites, users can rely on XAVIA to suggest real-world AV products. It draws from a live database of thousands of items and considers compatibility, signal types, and performance requirements.
This feature dramatically reduces the time spent sourcing and validating equipment.
3. Error Detection and Real-Time Fixes
XAVIA continuously analyzes your design and flags any issues — whether it is a missing signal connection or an incompatible cable type. It not only identifies the problem but also suggests corrections in real time, reducing the need for post-design revisions.
4. Auto-Generated Documentation
As you build your design, XAVIA works in the background to generate:
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Bills of materials
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Cable schedules
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Rack elevations
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Signal flow diagrams
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Scope of work documents
These files update automatically with every design change, saving hours of manual documentation effort.
5. Instant Proposal Creation
XAVIA also supports proposal building in XTEN-AV. It pulls design data, pricing, and project notes into a professionally formatted proposal. With branding options and reusable templates, teams can deliver polished proposals in just minutes.
Can XAVIA Complement D-Tools Workflows
While XAVIA is native to XTEN-AV, many integrators use multiple platforms for different stages of their workflow. D-Tools, a longstanding AV solution, is popular for its quoting and project management capabilities. While D-Tools and XTEN-AV operate independently, here is how XAVIA can complement workflows for teams using both platforms.
1. Use XAVIA for Faster Design Creation
D-Tools excels at pricing, quoting, and project logistics. However, system design in D-Tools may be more manual and time-intensive. Integrators can use XTEN-AV and XAVIA for the initial design phase, benefiting from smart automation and AI guidance.
Once the design is complete and validated, the team can export the necessary documents and BOM to import into D-Tools for budgeting, scheduling, and inventory tracking.
2. Reduce Manual Data Transfer
By designing in XTEN-AV first, many tedious steps in D-Tools are simplified. For example, the bill of materials generated by XAVIA is accurate and formatted, making it easier to copy into D-Tools without manual edits. This hybrid approach eliminates duplicate work.
3. Create Proposals Faster with XAVIA
Teams using D-Tools for quoting can still benefit from XTEN-AV’s proposal tools. XAVIA helps create branded, visual proposals in minutes, which can be presented to the client early while the final quote is being prepared in D-Tools. This speeds up the sales cycle.
4. Better Collaboration and File Sharing
XAVIA works in the cloud and makes collaboration easy. Even if other teams or clients prefer D-Tools, the design and proposal outputs from XTEN-AV can be shared as PDFs or Excel files. These files are universally readable and support clear communication.
Key Advantages of Using XAVIA
Whether you are fully committed to XTEN-AV or using multiple tools in your AV business, here is what makes XAVIA a standout feature:
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Speed: Dramatically reduces design time through automation
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Accuracy: Eliminates errors before they become costly problems
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Consistency: Standardizes documentation and proposals
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Scalability: Supports multiple projects and team collaboration
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Flexibility: Complements external workflows including D-Tools
Who Should Use XAVIA
XAVIA is ideal for:
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AV integrators managing high project volume
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Design teams looking to reduce manual work
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Sales teams needing fast, professional proposals
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System engineers aiming for error-free documentation
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Firms using hybrid platforms like XTEN-AV and D-Tools together
Even if your organization is not ready to fully switch to a single platform, using XAVIA for just the design and documentation phase can add immediate value.
Final Thoughts
Artificial intelligence is not a buzzword. It is a practical solution to the growing demands placed on AV professionals. XAVIA, as part of the XTEN-AV ecosystem, offers intelligent automation, instant documentation, and seamless design assistance that transforms the way AV projects are handled.
While traditional tools like D-Tools have their strengths in quoting and management, XAVIA brings speed and intelligence to the design phase that no traditional platform can match. Whether you use XTEN-AV exclusively or pair it with other tools, incorporating XAVIA into your workflow will result in faster delivery, fewer errors, and more satisfied clients.
Try XTEN-AV with XAVIA today and experience how AI can power your next AV project with precision and speed.
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