Business Support

Azione Preps Members for ‘Tough’ Year Ahead with Bold Marketing Plans

Richard Glikes of the Azione Unlimited buying group reflects on an astounding 2015 with 45% overall revenue growth among members, while preparing members for slower 2016 with new marketing initiatives.

Jan 18, 2016

AudioQuest Upgrades DragonFly, Beetle USB Stick DACs

Upgraded USB stick-style DACs from AudioQuest play back any audio files from MP3 to high-res while reducing jitter and gaining compatibility with mobile devices.

Jan 18, 2016

CE Pro Weekly Video News: Q&A with CTA Integrator of the Year

Consumer Technology Association Integrator of the Year award winner Gerry Lynch of System 7 in Boston says taking risks in his business has paid off.

Jan 13, 2016

Legal: Licensing for DIY-Installed Monitored Security Systems Across County Lines

As traditional security dealers and new entrepreneurs follow the model of factory-configured, self-installed monitored security systems, what are the licensing requirements for nationwide coverage?

Jan 12, 2016

Article NewsOperations

2015 CE Stocks Fall Double Digits

Cumulative stock prices for 46 publicly traded companies involved in custom electronics fell by 11.8% in 2015. Google/Alphabet, Broadcom, Home Depot among biggest gainers; Ascent Capital, Sharp, Control4, HHGregg biggest losers.

Jan 04, 2016

South African Integrator Tackles Growing Wealthy Class

Integrator BNC Technology in Johannesburg handles rapidly growing wealthy class in South Africa with fiber optic deployments pushing the market forward. What can U.S. integrators learn from this?

Dec 30, 2015