Disable swipe to unlock? Dont exit control app and you wont have to select it everytime you want to use it.

I use CommandFusion and Android. Have disabled locking on the screen and use another app called Gravity Unlock where by simply moving the tablet will turn the screen on ready to use. Similar to most AMX, Crestron touchpanels etc. Uses a bit more battery but also have a dock that it sits on every night.

Wireless remotes/touchpanels from most manufacturers are a dying breed. Full touch(only) panels do take some getting used to though. I was reluctant to give up my old TSU9600 for a while but would never go back to be honest.