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The World Is Connected; Are You?

In case you hadn’t noticed, everything and everyone around you, including your customers, are connected 24/7. You can’t deny it or avoid it; a seismic shift has happened with the digital revolution, and it’s a complex web of connections that has gone worldwide.

Read the article online or in the SDM March 2018 issue.

CES 2018 Recap: Total Technology Tsunami

Anything and everything tech were alive and well at CES 2018 with 2.75 million square feet of exhibits and over 1000 presenters. Other surprises included a flood on opening day of the show (after 190 days of no rain in Las Vegas) and a two-hour power outage at the convention center on day two.

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An Open Letter to Manufacturers

There’s a problem in our industry, even with all the cool technology advancements and amazing, fun stuff happening every day. It is sad to say, but new — and existing — products don’t always work well together and it’s an issue of interoperability.

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Collaborate To Deliver

We’ve all had them: trials and tribulations on project installations. The culprit is often poor communication or lack of communication.

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The Technology March

Over the past 130 or so years there have been tremendous technological advancements. Just look at them all — from the telephone, light bulb, radio and television to the cell phone, flat screen display and streaming media — and they keep on coming.

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Serve the Fast Growing Market of Americans

There’s no denying it, the over 50 population is expanding rapidly, and the push is on for enjoyable, independent living. Smart home technologies offer numerous benefits for this growing market and your company can take advantage of this opportunity.

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Moving Music Outdoors Without New Wires

In today’s world, listening to music and awesome audio is a mainstay in nearly everyone’s lives. Consider the huge variety of headphones offered today and the affordable soundbars delivering the home theater experience with unbelievable sound. So many devices are fast becoming connected and part of the IoT, Internet of Things. Just look at the dramatic growth in digital content and streaming media.

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Leveraging Windows and Light

Just like the cowardly lion in The Wizard of Oz, when it comes to lighting control so many things out there can be intimidating. But don’t falter, it’s time to be brave and embrace the connected world of control.

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Get Your Company in the Door (Again)

There’s opportunity out there, and it’s just a doorknob away. Access control has gone main stream, it’s no longer just for commercial buildings and businesses. Personal protection and safety are getting more and more attention these days and people are looking for a way to monitor and manage entry to their home.

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9 Quick and Easy Tips to ‘Free’ Money

You’ve already installed numerous electronic systems for your customers, why not leverage those audio/visual (A/V), security and control networks? Here are some suggestions, in no particular order, that might ‘tickle your fancy,’ delight your customers and make you more money.

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Enjoying the Outdoors

Everyone is outdoors grilling, swimming, playing, relaxing and hanging out with family and friends. It’s time for you to be the “cool” dealer and provide them new technologies that will make them happy outside.

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Today’s Security: Detection, Protection and Much, Much More

The times, they are a changing. Gone are the days of simple security when sounding a horn warned people inside of possible intrusion by unwanted burglars, or unsafe environmental conditions and notification went out to a central station. This has been upgraded with advanced technology, integration and mobile apps.

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Everything Is Under Control

Planning and documentation are arguably your best, most effective methods to ensure projects meet performance and quality standards, run on time and within budget. Helen Heneveld explains.

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