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Integrators Vent Biggest Frustrations with Manufacturers, Distributors

Supplier frustration includes out-of-stock merchandise, shipping policies, inaccurate online ordering portals, poor customer service and more.

News April 9
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Regional Wage & Salary Breakdowns for CI Industry Reveal Wide Disparity

Overall, dealers report they increased their employee wages by a miniscule 0.2% in 2020. Use this interactive map…

News March 2
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Which Major Metros Are Primed for Active Remodeling Spending in 2021?

Oklahoma City, San Antonio, Tucson, Charlotte and Phoenix top the list of cities expected to see highest gains…

News February 11
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Which CE Brands Elicit the Most Brand Loyalty?

Sony, Samsung, LG and Monster have highest consumer brand loyalty and the highest expectations, according to survey.

News February 1
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PowerHouse Alliance Reports 200%+ Growth in Networking Equipment Sales

11-member distribution group PowerHouse Alliance predicts home networks, 8K displays and 5G will be strong in 2021.

News January 27
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NKBA Study Finds Kitchen and Bath Industry to Rebound

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) has released its 2021 Market Outlook report that reveals the industry…

Briefs January 26
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U.S. Single-Family Housing Starts End 2020 Up 12%; 2021 Outlook Muddled

Single-family housing starts hits 1.34 million, highest since 2006. Rising lumber prices and new regs could slow market…

News January 21
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2021 CE Pro State of the Industry: Sheltered From the Storm

Industry withstands 2020 chaos as a beacon of strength with 11.5% revenue growth. 2021 outlook is strong.

News January 7

Smart TV Mirrors Top List of Most-Desired Bathroom Technology

84% of consumers worldwide find smart bathroom mirrors as appealing heading into 2021.

News January 7
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Smart Home Stocks Gain 35% in 2020

52 publicly traded smart home stocks average 34.5% increase in 2020. VOXX, Alarm.com, Logitech, Vivint are big winners.

News January 5
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