BUDGET: Between 1 crore INR and 4.99 crore INR (More than USD135,000 but less than USD540,000)



Project Overview
This project showcases next-gen AV integration for agriculture within a command and collaboration environment. Actis, having previously delivered multiple meeting spaces for IFFCO, was tasked with transforming a multifunctional room into a real-time drone ops centre, hybrid VC hub and high-impact training space, all unified through advanced AV, control and lighting.
At the core is a 264” bezel-free, multi-touch LED wall (5120×1440), used to monitor drone feeds, GIS data and telemetry for precision spraying. A ThinkHub system supports multi-source control, whiteboarding and annotation.
The AV setup includes a 4K PTZ camera, Biamp beamtracking ceiling mics, DSP-powered speakers and enterprise-grade computing for real-time analytics. A Crestron CP4 processor and iPad interface allow instant switching between Drone Command, VC and Presentation modes, with lighting presets to match.
Our work with IFFCO supports farmer growth via real-time agri-tech and holistic rural development, reinforcing India’s agricultural foundation and enabling inclusive, socio-economic progress.
What did the client want to achieve?
The client envisioned a future-ready command and collaboration facility to monitor, manage and strategically deploy UAVs for agricultural use, especially real-time fertiliser spraying. The space needed to support high-resolution drone video feeds, telemetry overlays and multi-drone coordination, while also functioning as a hybrid VC room and interactive training hub.
The AV system had to unify diverse inputs ranging from drone video and GIS maps to analytics dashboards and live comms, as well as display them seamlessly with real-time operator interaction. The experience needed to be intuitive, flexible and require minimal manual intervention.
Platform-agnostic video conferencing with clear audio and video was also essential, enabling reliable communication with field teams, researchers and partners under varying room conditions.
This wasn’t just about high-end tech, it was about creating a smart, mission-ready space. Actis was chosen for its ability to deliver on this vision with lasting operational value.
Scope of work your company was involved in
Actis Technologies designed and delivered a turnkey AV and lighting solution for a multi-use government command centre supporting three critical functions: real-time drone monitoring, hybrid video conferencing and interactive presentations.
At its core is a 264” Samsung LED video wall (5120×1440, 1.26mm pixel pitch) with 32-point touch, enabling intuitive interaction with drone feeds, telemetry data and mapping overlays. The ThinkHub platform powers collaboration with multi-source input, whiteboarding and wireless sharing.
Audio is driven by Biamp Beamtracking ceiling microphones and DSP-powered column and ceiling speakers, ensuring echo-free clarity across all use cases. A 4K PTZ camera supports auto-framing for video calls and live streaming.
Enterprise-grade computing with Intel i7 processors and NVIDIA Quadro GPUs handles drone analytics and real-time content rendering. A Crestron CP4 with iPad interface enables instant switching between Drone Command, VC and Presentation modes, while automated Crestron lighting adapts to each scenario.
Actis also handled AVB networking, power integration, user training and system programming, delivering a future-ready, mission-critical AV environment with long-term operational value.
What Key Challenges were faced?
The project’s complexity lay in creating a seamless, multi-modal environment where one space could switch instantly between drone command, VC and training modes without compromising performance or usability.
A key challenge was enabling low-latency, real-time interaction across multiple video feeds on a 264” ultra-wide LED wall, especially during drone operations with telemetry overlays and surveillance streams. Ensuring fluid touch response and system stability under these conditions was essential.
Audio integration demanded hands-free clarity and intelligent mic behaviour. The system had to deliver crisp speech pickup without feedback or noise, even during simultaneous speakers or high-activity sessions like operator briefings.
Lighting required equal attention. Illumination had to adapt automatically for VC, dim for mission-focused monitoring and brighten for in-person presentations, all without user disruption.
The AV system’s control layer had to be deeply unified yet simple to operate, enabling non-technical users to switch modes via a tablet interface.
Finally, infrastructure limitations were tackled through careful planning, supporting high-wattage LED displays, AVB networks and computing power within space and safety constraints.
How were those challenges resolved?
Actis addressed every challenge with smart architecture, carefully selected hardware and seamless control programming to ensure high performance across all use modes.
For display and latency, a 264” Samsung LED wall was paired with a high-refresh (120Hz), low-latency driver setup and ThinkHub collaboration software. Dual 4K outputs enabled fluid interaction with drone feeds, maps and dashboards without input lag.
Audio clarity was achieved using Biamp Beamtracking ceiling microphones and a distributed speaker system powered by DSP and FlexAmp amps. This hybrid design automatically adapts to speaker positions and ambient noise, eliminating feedback and the need for handheld mics.
Lighting was made intelligent and task-aware, with scene presets triggered via Crestron CP4 and an iPad, balancing soft ambience for operations, brightness for VC and visual contrast for presentations.
System control was unified via a custom-programmed Crestron ecosystem, making mode switching fast and effortless for non-technical users.
On the backend, Actis upgraded its infrastructure with DM Lite extenders, AVB switches and modular Cresnet power for signal stability and future growth.
The result: a space that transitions flawlessly between missions, with intuitive operation and rock-solid performance.
How has your work helped the client
Actis transformed this space from a standard meeting room into a high-impact command centre that now anchors real-time decision-making and innovation in agri-tech governance.
The department can monitor UAV fertiliser deployments across regions with live video, telemetry overlays and interactive dashboards, all on a single, ultra-wide LED canvas. This has dramatically improved situational awareness and responsiveness.
Beamforming microphones, DSP-powered audio, and PTZ cameras have elevated video conferencing, enabling smoother collaboration with drone operators, agronomists and partners in the field.
Training and presentations have become more dynamic with multi-source display, annotation tools and intelligent lighting. The user-friendly Crestron interface allows seamless operation without technical supervision.
Beyond its original purpose, the facility now supports mission briefings, planning sessions, workshops and virtual demos, helping the department operate with more agility, transparency and technological maturity.
What are you most proud of about the project?
What makes this project truly special is how effortlessly it blends cutting-edge AV technology with intuitive, human-centric design to fulfil a critical government mission.
This isn’t just an innovation showcase; it’s a fully functional space that enhances governance, boosts agricultural efficiency and enables real-time, data-driven decision-making.
We’re proud to have transformed a single room into a multi-modal environment that serves as a drone operations centre, hybrid VC suite and collaborative training hub. All deeply integrated and remarkably easy to use.
Transitions between use cases happen at the tap of a button. Microphones track speakers automatically. Lighting adjusts intelligently. And data is visualised to inspire real action.
This project sets a new benchmark for government collaboration spaces, and we’re honoured to have brought that vision to life.
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