Blogs
Exclusive Interview With CanJam Global Producer Ethan Opolion
A peek into the world-premiere headphone audio show
COVID-19
Industry
HTSA Suspends Live Events For 2021
Includes the previously announced 2021 Fall Members Conference scheduled to take place in Dallas, TX in October
CES
Proof Of Vaccination Now Required To Attend CES 2022
CTA implements additional safety protocols to promote healthy practices at event
Retailing
Retailers Plead For Respect As Masks Return
Editor’s Note: The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement from RILA president Brian Dodge on the latest CDC guidance on masks...
Another View
How COVID Changed Consumer Shopping Behaviors Forever
Companies should be willing to adopt new technologies to help customers find what they need and build brand loyalty
Research
Workers Aren’t Ready To Return To The Office: EPOS Research
Recent research from EPOS has found that there is a notable divergence in the expectations of decision makers and employees regarding the return to...
Appliances
What Appliances Have People Purchased During The Pandemic?
AHAM recently surveyed more than 4,000 U.S. residents to find out what new appliances they purchased during COVID
Buying Groups
How BrandSource Dealers Beat The COVID Blues
Ideas and examples of how independent dealers are keeping morale up
Industry
CEDIA Expo 2021: Together At Last
Jason McGraw, Group Vice President, CEDIA Expo & KBIS, Emerald, talks about how the organization plans to keep attendees and exhibitors safe at CEDIA...
Another View
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
Another View
5 Essentials Customers Look For To Safely Shop In-Store
Your customers are ready to come back, but is your store?
Another View
5 Technologies Consumers Embraced As A Result Of COVID-19
Consumers are shaping the future of all commerce to be more innovative and adaptable
Accessories
How COVID-19 Pushed Esports Ahead
What once was a small niche, esports is now growing into an industry
Sponsored
AirPop Breathes Life Into The New Air Wearables Category
American designer, entrepreneur and co-founder of AirPop, Chris Hosmer, talks about the tech behind the AirPop mask and the uncanny timing of this invention
Distributors
Giving Back Is Almo Employee Focus In 2020
Despite the many pandemic-related challenges faced in 2020, employees at Almo Corporation have still focused on being grateful and giving back
Buying Groups
Covid’s Impact: Independent Retail’s Response
The pandemic has forever reshaped the retail landscape. More people than ever are shopping online.
Another View
The Shift In Consumer Shopping Behaviors And Its Ramifications For Retailers
Insights into the changing shopping habits of the COVID-19 consumer
Financial
Why 55% Of Remote US Workers Could Face An Unexpected Tax Liability, And How It Can Be Avoided
More than half of Americans who have worked remotely due to coronavirus could fall foul of not updating their state tax withholding
Appliances
COVID-19 Has Substantial Impact On Kitchen Trends And Design, Says NKBA Report
Group predicts major trend shifts to impact kitchen and bathroom design over next three years
Buying Groups
Virtual PrimeTime Energizes And Encourages Members To Finish Strong In 2020, Thrive In 2021
NMG brings “every piece and every pillar of PrimeTime” to its members over 3-day digital event
Another View
COVID-19: Accelerating Digital Innovation And Experiential Transformation In Retail
Global CE retail market insights and commentary from the Futuresource Retail Distribution Report
Buying Groups
Nationwide Marketing Group PrimeTime Goes All-Digital
Conference and trade show will now be held Oct. 27-29 and will be free for members and guests
Blogs
What Does The Smart Home Industry Look Like In 2020?
Insight from the recently released Z-Wave State of the Ecosystem 2020 Report.
Buying Groups
HTSA Helps Members Navigate The Pandemic
Organization details efforts to help members stay focused, informed, and growing.
Buying Groups
“#NotCancelled” AVB’s Virtual Fall Convention Packed With Fun, Deals And Success
Members encouraged to "Stay Safe, Stay Positive and Stay Committed"
Buying Groups
It’s Time For Members To “Double Down,” Says AVB CEO Jim Ristow
State of the Union Address kicks off industry’s first virtual conference for BrandSource, AVB members
Blogs
Considering A Move To 4K And Beyond When Upgrading A Media Room
Guiding homeowners through display choices for a home theater is a great opportunity for dealers, whether working with a new customer or offering an...
The Wire - Press Releases
Glory Star Helps Businesses Safely Reopen With Contactless TAURI Temperature Check Tablet
TAURI Creates a Worry-Free, Private Temperature Screening Experience for Granting Facility Access Using Industry’s Most Accurate Infrared Sensor LAKE FOREST, Calif. — Aug. 20,...
Industry
Virtual National Hardware Show Announces October 12-15, 2020 Dates
Event to offer educational, networking and sourcing opportunities
Appliances
2020 TWICE VIP Award winner Signature Kitchen Suite Launches New Exclusive Culinary Content Series
Author Mark Bittman and Nick Ritchie, executive chef from Signature Kitchen Suite’s Experience & Design Center in Napa cook signature recipes from Bittman's iconic...
Need to Know
Inside Post-COVID Tech Innovation: Q&A With Glory Star
TAURI Temperature Check Tablet Manufacturer discusses innovation in returning to life after COVID-19
CTA
CTA: 3-in-4 Parents, Educators Say Tech Eases At-Home Learning Amid COVID-19
Nearly two-thirds of parents (64%) and educators (61%) surveyed say they are satisfied with the remote education experience.
Audio
EPOS Launches EXPAND 80 Speakerphone For Larger Meeting Rooms
Audio solution allows for social distancing in meeting rooms while ensuring that every participant in the room will be heard
Distributors
Almo Professional A/V, CaptureCast Partner To Equip Integrators for New Era in Distance Learning
Expanded revenue-generating services and offerings for bandwidth, hotspot and security
Blogs
Maximizing Your Organization’s Work-From-Home Productivity
To be sustainable, working from home should not be considered a perk or a novelty
Another View
Essential Pointers For A Permanent Remote Workforce
Suggestions to help make permanent remote work-from-home setups more efficient
Industry
Rick Albuck Joins GoodEarth Products As Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Albuck to oversee all of GoodEarth’s marketing operations, facilitating and initiating the company’s core strategic goals across all product areas
Blogs
This Year May Shape Up To Be A Watershed For Wearables
Wearable tech may play a part in preventing illness, particularly the spread of COVID-19
Buying Groups
Register For Nationwide’s Free ‘COVID-19 In The Workplace’ Webinar
Free webinar is this Thursday, July 23 at 1pm ET. Registration required.
Another View
Guest Blog: Online Spending During Lockdown Has Surpassed Holiday Levels, Adobe Analytics Finds
According to Adobe’s data, consumers have spent more than $70 billion per month online during the April-June period
Retail
U.S.’ First Antiviral Mattress In Development By Serta, HeiQ Group
Textile designed by Swiss HeiQ Group proven effective in Europe against bacteria and viruses
Buying Groups
Registration Now Open For BrandSource’s First-Ever Virtual Convention
The three-day digital event is set for Sunday, Aug. 30 through Tuesday, Sept. 1