What Magnolia’s ‘Mag Care’ Remote Support Says about the Future of Service
There are two big lessons home technology integrators can take away from the news that Best Buy’s Magnolia will offer remote network support, called Mag Care.
Jun 14, 2017
Best Buy Reports Strong Q1; Boosts Full-Year Outlook
Best Buy's stock leaps 13% in pre-market trading after reporting 1.5% domestic revenue growth in Q1. Outlook for year boosted to 2.5% growth.
May 25, 2017
Best Buy’s Magnolia Launches Mag Care Remote Network Support, Powered by Domotz
New Mag Care app, powered by Domotz, is being deployed by Best Buy's Magnolia to help customers monitor their own networks and receive remote tech-support from in-store specialists.
May 19, 2017
Vivint Reports Q1 Net Loss, Continues Best Buy Rollout
No. 1 CE Pro 100 integrator Vivint reports that despite a net loss, total revenues increased in Q1 thanks in part to an increase in recurring revenue. Vivint also cements its relationship with Best Buy.
May 18, 2017
Differentiating Your Smart-Home Business: CEDIA vs. DIY vs. Each Other
Smart-home integrators have to compete against other integrators, but also Geek Squad, electricians, security dealers, cable companies, consumers themselves (DIY) and more. Here are 6 ways to pick your targets and go after them head-on.
May 17, 2017
Vivint, Best Buy, ADT Top CE Pro 100 List of Smart-Home Integrators of 2017
CE Pro's 2017 list of the highest revenue custom installation companies saw a whopping 24 percent increase in revenues over the last year, led by smart-home giants Vivint, Best Buy and ADT.