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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

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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

Editor’s Picks: Bob Archer’s Products of 2015

Some of the year's best video products include solutions from Digital Projection, Dish Network, and Optoma also make Bob Archer's list of 12 best products of the year.

Dec 23, 2015

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CEDIA’s Ambitious 2016 Goals: Consumer Events, 5K Members, New HQ?

CEDIA lays out its 2016 plans for members, including consumer-facing events, bundled education for newly hired technicians, global certification, plans to reach 5,000 members, potential partnership with Coldwell Banker, and possibly a new headquarter

Dec 22, 2015

Control4 Offers Smart-Home Financing through Home Tech Integrators

Home automation leader Control4 has teamed with GreenSky to provide consumer financing for smart-home products and installation, including Control4’s own products and services, as well as third-party solutions.

Dec 22, 2015