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Power and energy management system concept showcasing criticality of proper integration with lighting and shading systems.

Power and Energy Systems Remain Sparse on Lighting Projects (Despite Their Importance)

CE Pro’s 2026 Lighting & Shading Deep Dive unveils underrepresented technologies on lighting projects, and why integrators may…

News June 15
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Week in Playback: The Case for a Home Integrator, Bose Buys StreamUnlimited

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest…

News June 14
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The Case for a Home Integration Professional

Luxury homes, custom homes, and high-mid-range homes increasingly feature advanced systems that deliver elevated experiences but require professional…

News June 11
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CI Veteran Doug Greenwald to Start Podcast on Running an Integration Business

The Integrator Playbook will focus on practical education and discussion delivered from the perspective of an active operator…

News June 8
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CEDIA Mourns Passing of Ponch Wildman

CEDIA and the custom integration community are mourning the passing of TruMedia co-owner Ponch Wildman, husband of CEDIA…

News June 8
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Lighting and Shading Are the Darlings of the CI Channel. Do They Have Any Downside?

Dealers dish on how lighting a shading fit into their business from talking profit margins, upsell opportunities, and…

News June 8
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The Week in Playback: ZION’s NA Debut, LG Rumors

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest…

News June 7
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Genelec SmartIP Controller 2.0 Mobile App interface for loudspeakers

Genelec Launches Smart IP Controller 2.0 App for Loudspeakers

The latest app introduces a completely revamped user interface that aims to simplify control of smaller scale installations.

Briefs June 4
Audio-Technica Awards
Audio-Technica’s 2025-26 Samurai Award was presented to Mavric Inc. Pictured L-R: Mavric sales associate Vic Stafford; Jeff Beck, Audio-Technica Regional Sales Manager; Mavric sales associate David Barrett; Mavric principal Pete Petty; Mavric sales associate Julie Van Berg; Manabu Aoki, Audio-Technica U.S. CEO/President; Mark Humrichouser, Audio-Technica Vice President, Sales, U.S. Headquarters and System Solutions Group Americas; and Jim Schanz, Audio-Technica Executive Director, System Solutions Sales.

Audio-Technica Names Annual Sales Rep Award Winners

The awards were presented by Jim Schanz, Audio-Technica Executive Director, System Solutions Sales, at an exclusive dinner at…

Briefs June 4
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Nationwide Marketing Group PrimeTime Nashville Tennessee 2026

Nationwide Announces Programming and Registration for PrimeTime Nashville

The bi-annual event returns to Tennessee with continued focus on connection and the power of hospitality in business.

News June 3
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Strategy & Planning Series
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
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