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The largest integration companies in North America rebounded nicely in 2010 across the board. From traditional custom installation firms to retailers to security companies doing multi-subsystem installations, many companies had revenue increases. It is welcome news for the industry’s largest integration firms, who just like the rest of the industry, had a rough year in 2009.
The data from the 13th annual CE Pro 100 show an uptick of 11 percent in 2010, with the average company on the list reporting $6.05 million in residential custom installation revenues. That figure is up from $5.43 million last year but still down 18 percent from the peak of $7.4 million reported in 2007.
In this White Paper, industry experts offer their advice on how to prepare for a demo, what questions to ask, pacing, budgeting, top-down sales techniques, design flexibility, and whether you should have children and food present.
This White Paper will show you how to choose a seating company, why home theater seating should be in proposals from the beginning, and why home theater seating is key to higher profits.
Often overlooked as just “accessories,” a rack enclosure for electronic equipment, along with a flat panel mount, can be one of the most important product selections an integrator makes for any job.
This White Paper will help you understand and embrace the cloud and its various service providers to keep up with clients needs and the ever-changing world of digital media.