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Daisy Illinois Mergers & Acquisitions Sapient Home
New Chicago Daisy Franchisee Sapient Home

Sapient Homes Becomes Daisy’s 20th Franchisee, Adding Chicago Presence

Founded in 2004, the Chicago-based integrator joins Daisy as its first new franchise of 2026 following a year…

News February 11
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How Search Engines and AI Decide Which Dealers Get Seen Today

Many dealers still measure online visibility by rankings alone, but AI-driven search works differently. Here’s how search engines…

Sponsored February 10
Architect collaboration Design
custom integration collaboration

Collaborating Across the Trades: Lessons for Integrators from a Boston-Area Design Panel

Luxury residential experts explain how collaboration helps integrators control costs, reduce risk, and deliver intuitive home technology.

News February 4
Connesso McPherson Connected Systems (MCS) Mergers & Acquisitions
Left to right: Tim Schilling, Connesso; AJ McPherson, MCS

Connesso Acquires McPherson Connected Systems

Connesso has officially announced the acquisition of McPherson Connected Systems (MCS). The transaction closed on Dec. 30, 2025…

News January 30
Just Video Walls
Just Video Walls MicroLED

Just Video Walls Retools Product Strategy with Agency-Style Reps

In its latest update, the company has announced it is making a full transition to developing agency-style rep…

News January 29
Level Up Automation
Level Up Automation

Level Up Automation Expands into Montana with New Missoula Location

Level Up Automation has expanded into Montana with the launch of a new Missoula location offering residential and…

News January 28
DMF Lighting People & Places
(From left to right) Rebecca Lynn and Stephen Roome new marketing leadership for DMF Lighting and HK Luxury Lighting.

DMF Lighting Appoints New Marketing Leadership

Stephen Roome moves to Lead Marketing for HK Lighting as Rebecca Lynn joins DMF Lighting to drive integrator…

News January 27
Obituaries
Tom Coffin

Tom Coffin, Founder of Simply Reliable, Has Passed

In life Coffin dedicated his work and passion to uplifting others, leaving a legacy of compassion both within…

News January 21
Dealer Programs Hunter Douglas Partnerships
Hunter Douglas Updated Pinnacle Dealer Partner Program Site

Hunter Douglas Launches Pinnacle Dealer Partner Program

The new program introduces performance-based reward growth while eliminating participation fees for dealers.

News January 20
2026 Predictions Daisy Interviews
Hagan Kappler Daisy

Daisy’s Hagan Kappler: Why Profitable, Service-First Integrators Will Win in 2026

Kappler says disciplined margins, recurring service revenue, and adaptable business models will define integrator success next year.

News January 19
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series