Technology
Technology
Systems That Perform.
Facilities That Last.
Facilities That Last.
For decades, Cator Ruma & Associates has built a reputation for designing building systems that stand the test of time. We combine simplicity, resiliency, and maintainability with a deep understanding of how facilities truly operate. Our clients count on us for solutions that embrace the right innovations that deliver proven, efficient, and sustainable performance.
We don’t just design for today—we design for tomorrow. Our systems are crafted to evolve alongside the buildings they serve, adapting as needs change and technology advances. With a long history of trusted partnerships and successful projects, we bring confidence, clarity, and foresight to every design. The result: facilities that run smarter, last longer, and give owners peace of mind for decades to come.
Service Offerings
Proven Success of Technology Services
Future-Focused Building Technology Design
Comprehensive planning and design for all building technology systems, ensuring seamless integration, scalability, and future support for both new construction and modernization projects.
IT Procurement and Management
End-to-end support for selecting, acquiring, deploying, and managing IT hardware and software to ensure performance, reliability, and long-term value.
Physical Security and Video Surveillance Assessments
Thorough evaluations of existing security infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and recommend enhanced video surveillance, access control, and safety solutions.
Audio Visual Systems
Custom-designed AV solutions that enhance communication, flexibility, and collaboration through advanced conferencing, presentation, and digital media technologies.
Structured Cabling Infrastructure
Cabling systems engineered to support high-performance voice, data, video, and specialized building technologies with long-term scalability for the future of your buildings and infrastructure.
Access Control Systems
Secure, flexible access control platforms—ranging from card readers to mobile credentials—designed to protect facilities and streamline user management.
Video Surveillance Systems
Advanced surveillance technologies that deliver clear visibility, real-time monitoring, and intelligent analytics to improve situational awareness and safety.
Nurse Call and Patient Care Systems
Integrated communication and alerting systems that enhance staff responsiveness, optimize workflow, and elevate the patient experience in healthcare environments.
Our Approach
Expertise Informs Our Vision
We build on lessons learned and bring them forward into each new project. By staying engaged in your vision and working collaboratively, we apply lean principles to deliver efficient solutions with speed to market.
Your Needs Are Our Basis of Design
Every project is unique, and our designs reflect that. We prioritize cost-conscious decisions, balance energy and carbon considerations, and ensure practical, real-world operational performance remains at the forefront.
We Stay Engaged
Our work doesn’t stop at project delivery. We focus on building long-term relationships, earning trust through proactive, solution-driven problem-solving. Repeat business is central to our culture, and we strive to be the team you want to ask back.
Meet the Experts
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Technology Principals
Meet the principal engineers who lead our technology work — the same people you’ll collaborate with from day one.
Josh Harwood, PE
