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Gilding the Corners
Buc-ee’s stores reminds us that first impressions can make all the difference in the world.
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What to Do if Logitech Discontinues Harmony
It pays to plan ahead and have a back-up plan — and product — ready to go.
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No Stopping JBL’s Diamond Jubilee
The brand celebrates its 75th anniversary with a host of new products that defy pandemic-related supply issues.
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The Case for Mounting a TV Over the Fireplace
Newer mounts refute the traditional reasons to avoid placing the television over the mantel.
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Are You a Firefighter or an Engineer?
A look at two personality types that you will no doubt recognize in your business.
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Sony’s Cognitive Processor XR is a Differentiator for Integrators
The Cognitive Processor XR ties together Sony’s entire line of premium TV offerings for 2021.
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Long-Term Success: Where will you be in 2035?
With technology changing constantly, the secret to survival is in recurring service.
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Behind the Scenes: CEDIA Technology Advisory Council
A few minutes with Mike Maniscalco, chairman of CEDIA’s Technology Advisory Council.
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4 Key Stress Reducers
Do not let the stress and constant interruptions of our industry overwhelm you.
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Running a Better Business in Times of Inventory Uncertainty
Tips on dealing with manufacturing delays and backorders.
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Hands-On: Alarm.com Flex IO
A new way to solve remote monitoring challenges, especially in rural areas.
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The Loss of an Industry Legend and a Great Mentor
Remembering Crestron’s innovative CTO Fred Bargetzi.
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You Can’t Make Unhappy People Happy
No matter what they bring in, toxic high performers still hurt your business.
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Planning for 2021
There is still much uncertainty facing the industry, but here are ideas that can be implemented internally to help your company reach its goals.
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Partnering with Experts
When you align with companies that complement your business’ expertise, everybody wins.
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Virtual Burnout
Why do we go to in-person events to begin with, and can any of that be re-created online?
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The Battle of Next Week Part 2: A View From the Trenches
A rough day in the life of a busy integrator.
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Plans Don’t Matter — Planning Does
The value of planning comes from the process, not the deliverable.
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Talking with Kaleidescape’s New CEO and VP of Marketing
John Sciacca speaks with the incoming team.
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Stop Arguing with Your Customers
Don’t let tribalism put a wedge between you and your clients.
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What You Need to Know About CEDIA’s Propel Affinity Program
What CEDIA Propel is, how you can get started, and how it can help your business.
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If You’re Not Offering Remote Monitoring, Start Now
Truck rolls are an opportunity cost. Homeowners will pay to make sure their technology works 24/7, adding immeasurable value to your business.
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A Tale of Two Touch Panel Strategies
To use touch panels or not to use touch panels — that is the question.
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Fighting the Battle of Next Week
Busier than ever, success depends on winning battles on multiple fronts.
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Case Study: OneVision’s “Service in a Box”
Tied to the phone handling client calls, Mills Technologies disconnects from after-hours headaches and inefficiencies by implementing OneVision’s service platform.
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Are You Scaring Off Potential Customers?
Complement your website’s images of your largest installations with a blog that answers questions about your smallest.
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Crestron Next: Dealer Roundtable with Crestron Home
Two dealers offer their experiences in working with Crestron Home.
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What Does the Smart Home Industry Look Like in 2020?
Insight from the recently released Z-Wave State of the Ecosystem 2020 Report.
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“The Cleaning Lady Did It”
Alternatives to dealing with an IR emitter that has been knocked off the TV.
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It’s All About the Bass
How Beale Street’s Sonic Vortex technology gets big low-end sound into smaller cabinets — plus other subwoofer tips.
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Case Study: Service as a Differentiator
By partnering with OneVision Resources to run its customer service department, Smart Home Systems boosts its service revenue by 15 percent and out-delivers its...
