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State Of The Industry: Distributors Are More Important Than Ever Before
Distributors have an opportunity to go beyond being a source for products alone as they support the industry
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4K TVs Should Have Saved 3D – Here’s What Went Wrong
Opinion: 4K and 3D would have made a great pair
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Executive Insight: Livestreaming Is Booming, And It’s Here To Stay
Livestreaming is here to stay, and brings new opportunities to manufacturers, residential audio and video integrators in the upcoming year
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The State of Outdoor AV
Outdoor audio and video has been a strong category for many years, andthe increased demand has made this category become more affordable.
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Another View: How To Win The War For Talent In The Gig Economy
Companies can’t afford to ignore the powerful lure, especially among young people, of working this way
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Beko’s Fresh Approach to Appliances Prompts Personal and Planetary Health
With more than 25 years in the appliance industry, president Zach Elkin leads the Beko U.S., Inc. charge as the global domestic brand continues...
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VIDEO: The New Age Electronics Outlook with Fred Towns and Gary Shapiro
For those wondering when the big reopen will be—it’s now! It’s not quite business as usual, but there’s a definite buzz as retailers welcome...
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The New Age Electronics Outlook Part 2 – Forecasting the year for retailers with Fred Towns and Industry Friends
Launching as a three-part series, The New Age Electronics Outlook brings New Age Electronics president Fred Towns and selected industry friends together to share...
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Three Expanding Smart Home Opportunities For Integrators
As the world (and especially North America) starts to emerge from more than a year of COVID, those trends have begun to crystallize into...
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Q&A With Fred Towns, President, New Age Electronics
Insights on distribution channel, trends and helping retailers succeed
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iCIMS Survey Finds Only 2% Of College Seniors Want To Work Remotely Full-Time
Nearly 60 percent of HR professionals are specifically looking to fill entry-level job positions in the coming months, but hiring professionals and Gen Z...
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Executive Insight: A Unique Moment In Time
As history has shown us, our wants and needs don’t just stop, they shift
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Target This Overlooked Talent Pool to Help Meet Workforce Demands
When it comes to filling open positions, it’s critical for manufacturers to “leave no stone unturned
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Tips for Returning Employees To Work
A return to in-person work in one form or another is imminent. Whether organizations bring back their entire staff, schedule a staggered presence, or...
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Executive Insight: Professional Development – Your Business Depends On It
Whether investing in personal growth or building employee skills, the real value of education is far-reaching
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Top 8 Ways To Get Customers To Purchase From You Instead Of Amazon
There are plenty of things you can try to bring shoppers back to your site and out of the clutches of the Amazon giant
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Another View: Retail Braces for the Return of the (Digital) Shopper
Multiple surveys show consumers still want a digital-first experience, even after vaccinations
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Executive Insight: Remarkable Growth Ahead And Major Data Updates
The National Retail Federation expects the economy to grow 6.6 percent this year, the highest level since 7.2 percent in 1984
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Executive Insight: A NEXTGEN TV Sound Revelation Opens Eyes
The most overlooked factor driving a new TV purchase decision has come to light. And it is sound.
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Make Sure HDMI Products Are Licensed And Certified
Sales of consumer electronics grew sharply last year, and 2021 is shaping up to be a banner year as well. Enabled with HDMI®...
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TC Transcontinental: Driving In-Store Agility, Speed-To-Market And Innovation In Times Of Uncertainty!
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A Fintastic Shark Tank Experience Propels BenjiLock
It’s more than a hat trick for BenjiLock as founder and CEO Robbie Cabral adds a TWICE PICKS honor to several Innovation Awards at CES—plus a...
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Infographic: Earth Day 2021 And The Role Of The Environment In Retail
The answer to the heightened awareness around environmental issues can be found by making the commitment to stock and sell ENERGY STAR certified products
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5 Safety Options For Retailers
Now is the time to act and protect your retail experience
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5 Things Retailers Should Do To Be Ready For When COVID-19 Restrictions Lift
With the right preparation, you can stay safe and profitable as you come out of restrictions
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5 Essentials Customers Look For To Safely Shop In-Store
Your customers are ready to come back, but is your store?
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Executive Insight: The Well-Trained Retail Sales Associate: Now More Than Ever
Asking the right questions is critical to better serve your customers
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5 Technologies Consumers Embraced As A Result Of COVID-19
Consumers are shaping the future of all commerce to be more innovative and adaptable
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aeris Offers Hope For Better Health With Its Smart Air Purifiers
aeris is the new generation of air purifiers keeping homes, families, and all indoor spaces safe from the dangers of indoor pollutants like viruses...
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Infographic: RetailMeNot 2021 Retail Outlook
RetailMeNot recently surveyed 5,000 consumers on how their shopping habits have evolved over the last year and what their hopes and plans are in...
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The New Age Electronics Outlook: Part 1-Forecasting The Year Ahead For Retailers
New Age Electronics president Fred Towns and Tiffany Moore, SVP of Political and Industry Affairs for CTA discuss their thoughts on the consumer electronics...
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Executive Insight: 20 Years Of Z-Wave
Z-Wave Alliance Members Weigh in on the Past and Future of Z-Wave
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Executive Insight: Is The Future Of Tradeshows And Conventions Digital?
More questions remain than answers on what the return to live events will look like — or when it will happen
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Executive Insight: Listening And Hearing – The Convergence Is On
“The one thing that's constant about the audio industry is that it's always changing”
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Another View: Fry’s – Victims Of Self-Inflicted Wounds
It might seem the combination of COVID-19 and e-commerce competition doomed beloved geek retailer Fry's, the retailer actually failed as a result of its...
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Why 20,000 Shareholders Is a Good Thing
As a founder, it is very important to maintain a “clean” (or an accurate and up-to-date) cap table at all times
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What The Top Voice Commands Of 2020 Tell Us About The Growth Of The Smart Home
Commands represent a major opportunity for retailers in their smart home demo area or when consulting with clients
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How COVID-19 Pushed Esports Ahead
What once was a small niche, esports is now growing into an industry
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Executive Insight: Wearables And Data Privacy: What Consumers Need To Know
Wearable owners should be aware that selling devices on online marketplaces, or even directly to another individual, risks putting personal data in the wrong...
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Executive Insight: The Cornerstone Of Home Office Consistency
It’s more important than ever for businesses to consider home offices as extensions of their business and put measures in place to establish a...
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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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Another View: Online Sees A Surge In interest In Consumer Electronics
Research shows “Cyber 5” shoppers were focused on CE goods