SnapAV adds video analytics to CCTV/surveillance cameras and NVRs through acquisition of Visualint, up-and-coming player in the home automation and security channels.

When Minnesota integrators JJ Vanderson and Orion Home Systems merged in 2014 to form JJ Orion, they created a profitable powerhouse doing residential central-vac jobs up to $50,000.

Nearly half of electricians (47%) are worried about finding skills staff over the next five to 10 years as rapid rates of retirement affect the industry, according to Klein Tools study.

Harman integrators foresee influx of R&D money into Harman from Samsung, and speculate on stronger AMX integration, changes in the sales channel, and mixed reactions from some audiophile clients.

Structured Cable Products (SCP) new 28,000-square-foot Fort Lauderdale location includes custom-built home theater with private entrance for CE pros to conduct client demos for free.

The combo of home automation and Pakedge networking helped Control4 (CTRL) generate record revenues in Q3 2016; Amazon Alexa and Z-Wave could be key drivers going forward.