This site is organized for expediting procurement, developing grant applications, preparing budgets for equipping digital imaging labs/studios, and outsourcing services for digital imaging initiatives.
After choosing an Application from the Search By Application navigation bar on the left, you will be directed to a page that provides helpful Needs Assessment, background information and links to recommended turnkey solutions in very broad ballpark budget ranges. The site also provides the opportunity to "build your own sundae" by combining different components and modules, or upgrading your current capabilities through an a la carte search by type of equipment and technology (located at the bottom of the navigation bar).
AIA provides its clients:
- A proven track record and history of outstanding service;
(Client List) - A commitment to the concept of appropriate technology solutions, and a commitment to using detailed needs-analysis to provide the best imaging technology and devices to meet your needs and budget level;
- The largest selection of available technology as well as its own AIAXact product line. AIA is not burdened by retail inventory concerns or contractual commitments to specific manufacturers;
- A willingness and ability to customize existing technology and devices and provide complete, totally integrated solutions that include on-site installation and training, as well as lifetime telephone and email support;
- A knowledge of digital technology, photography, workflows, curatorial concerns, personnel issues, productivity goals, and an appreciation of budgetary concerns gained from years of designing, educating, training, and equipping digital imaging laboratories;
- A staff of ex and current academics offering a high level of ongoing service and expertise, that cannot, by definition, exist in retail stores and discount box stores. Serving the academic and scientific communities is our only business.
Initial Gratis Services:
- Phone and email consultations (Webinars available) regarding physical design of imaging rooms, lighting and electrical requirements;
- Needs assessments and device-specific tests;
- Assistance in developing specifications for equipment, grant proposals or RFPs;
- Design and integration of turnkey imaging solutions;
- Suggestions for customizing, retrofitting and upgrading systems.
Founded in 1994, AIA is a VAR (Value Added Reseller)/Integrator dedicated to the digital imaging needs of the academic, cultural and scientific communities. This site supplies information about technologies and equipment for various applications from book scanning and fine art reproduction to microscopy and virtual reality.