The recent spike in consolidation of the CE channel has many integrators worried, but is it a sign of shrinking opportunity or an inevitable part of gaining more validity as an industry?

Both companies will continue to operate as separate entities for the foreseeable future with William Wang continuing to lead VIZIO as its CEO.

DirecTV and Dish say the combined companies will better compete with streaming services and will offer consumers more choice.

Company cites decision as strategic transaction on roadmap to developing a stronger portfolio of home management-focused solutions.

Led by Founder & CEO Hagan Kappler, newcomer Daisy is quickly becoming an industry disruptor by converting and acquiring big integrators to build a large, national franchise network.