You could have them restrung to open from the other end which shouldn't cost much. I've done that with vertical blinds. I think I took them to a local 3-day blind place even though that's not where they were originally purchased.

I don't want them strung on the other end because they were strung the way they were because the string would get in the way of a light switch and speaker otherwise.
This is why I'm interested in motorization so I could just operate them remotely or automatically on a schedule.

Results of a quick search:
http://www.add-a-motor.com/Add-a-Motor%20Model%2080%20Remote%20control%20system.htm

Here is a link that might be useful: Add a motor

Maybe they can be changed from the continuous loop string to a wand pull and then I could use the wand to drag it open and closed from the easier to access side without having the sting mount connected to the wall.
Is conversion from string to wand ever done?

I found something online called Shuttereaze that looks like it would be great for my plantation shutters, but it isn't for sale yet and they don't list prices.
If this actually ever becomes a real product that works as described and isn't overpriced, I would likely get it.

Youtube video link below.

Here is a link that might be useful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKJSqjFHWQ8