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Business Resource Job Reports
Close up of AV receiver, illustration of common workings of AV technician

AV Technician Ranked as Most Interesting ‘No-Degree Job’ in U.S.

Sound engineers also rank incredibly highly for jobseeker interest and projected growth rate in JobSage report.

News April 5
Quest For Quality Awards
Most frustrating suppliers

Which Suppliers ‘Don’t Have Their S*&t Together’?

Integrators vent about product delays, poor customer service, non-existent communication, high freight costs and price increases.

News April 3
Small Businesses
Sign in window small business owner concept.

Confidence in Economy Dropped Among Small Business Owners, National Index Finds

Health of smaller businesses and local economies reman in much higher standing in contrast.

News March 30
Amazon Apple Google Industry Reports LG Motorola Over the Air Broadcasting Roku Samsung Sony Streaming Media Vizio
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Large Format Displays Gain Ground on Smartphones as Preferred Streaming Devices

2022 Video Streaming Industry Report looks at how device preferences have shifted as streaming capabilities have evolved in…

News March 23
Consumer Study Google Nest Smart Home
Man in baby boomer demographic sitting on sofa and listening to wireless smart speaker. Smart home technology

Boomers Quicker to Use Smart Home Tech Over Other Generations, Poll Finds

Cameras, streaming devices and speakers cited as ‘gateways’ into smart home interest by device owners.

News March 20
Awnings CE Pro Deep Dives Landscape Lighting Outdoor Audio Outdoor AV Outdoor Speakers outdoor technology outdoor TVs Outdoor Video Screens Security Lighting
Outdoor TV by a pool as an example of a typical outdoor integration project.

Outdoor Projects Provide No Shortage of Opportunities (and Challenges) for Integrators

2023 CE Pro Outdoor Technology Deep Dive Study reveals unique set of impediments, including explaining pricing and interacting…

News March 20
Homeowner Studies Landscape Lighting Outdoor Lighting outdoor technology Real Estate ROR
Panoramic Photo of LED Light Posts Illuminated Backyard Garden During Night Hours. Modern Backyard Outdoor landscape lighting.

Realtors Find Landscape Lighting ‘Most Desirable’ Outdoor Addition

Landscaping elements found to be some of the most valued and highly sought-after remodeling options for homeowners.

News March 17
Sleep Technology Smart Beds Smart Mattresses
Eight Sleep Pod 3 smart bed, top sleep tech for integrators

Two Great Smart Beds to Dip Your Toes into Sleep Tech

Recent waves of innovation have led to a spur of high-tech sleep aids coming straight out of the…

News March 14
Motorized Shades Olibra
Motorized shades in the interior. Automatic roller blinds beige color on big glass windows. Remote Control Shades are above the windosill with pillows. Summer. Green trees outside. Olibra study

Study: 64% of Homeowners Want All Their Shades Motorized

Consumer survey from Olibra shows high demand for motorized shades, with aesthetics the most important feature.

News March 14
Consumer Study Parks Associates RMR Security Monitoring
Inside security monitoring station, subject of consumer study report

Consumer Study Finds Security Monitoring Cancellations Down

Parks Associates notes 38% of Gen Z households with home security monitoring intend to cancel contracts.

News March 10
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