Distributor AVAD will move away from reliance on physical branch locations to centralized distribution centers, expanded field sales force with call centers, and web portal for purchasing.

Distributors invest in house brands and add products from Apple, Bose and others to stem the growing retail/etail buying trend.

Survey of CE Pro 100 top home technology integrators reveals the most-specified brands in these dealer support categories as part of our annual Brand Analysis.

Large touchscreen digital signage displays in the home could be a niche market for integrators. Scrolling stock tables, video conferencing stations, enlarged alarm panel interface, daily calendar, weather, sports scores and more are just some applica