
What’s ‘Matter’ and is it Really the Future of the Smart Home?
There’s no question smart devices have made our lives easier. They can simplify and even automate the small, mundane, everyday tasks we’d rather forget about entirely. But even with complete connectivity solutions, unlocking and realizing the full potential of smart …

How ISP Integrators Can Create Lasting Smart Home Value
With the number of IP-connected devices in the average home continuing to rise at a rapid pace (especially in the face of COVID-19’s work-from-home and stay-at-home trends) the pressure is on for ISP integrators and residential builders to keep pace …

Langley, B.C. (February 1, 2021) – Primex, a leading manufacturer of smart home and telecommunications enclosure solutions, is pleased to announce that it has joined the D-Tools i3 (Industry Information & Insight) Program. Primex participation provides D-Tools AV proposal and …

Smart Home Tech Opens up New Opportunities for the Multi-skilled Integrator
Today’s home tech professionals are the unsung heroes of the wireless age. The days where someone would come into a home, hook up a few cables, and leave a card are over. Whether working for a major telecom, as an …

Why You Should be Offering Security Services to Your Customers
As more people set up their home offices than ever before due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cybersecurity has been thrust into the spotlight. Research has found that 79% of U.S. households are concerned about cyber-attacks. It’s a legitimate concern. The …

Why structured wiring needs to be on your radar as a builder or installer
From appliances to lights to blinds to thermostats, smart home devices are finding their way into every nook and cranny in the modern household. In many ways, these devices are making our homes more efficient and user-friendly than ever before. …

Home Automation Systems Designed for Builders and Integrators
Once an option only for the wealthy, the smart home is on its way to ubiquity. Today’s consumer wants to move into a brand new home, with automation features pre-installed and ready to use. This is convenient, and it allows …