*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com According to a survey, global companies are thinking twice about reducing their use of office space as the pandemic improves. Now that the COVID-19 pandemic is beginning to subside, most global companies are scaling back their plans to reduce their use of office space, according to a new report from Reuters. […]
Integrator of the Month: Fultech Solutions
*Originally published on SecuritySales.com Each month SSI highlights one of the security industry’s most progressive integrators that have participated in the SSI Summit. This month is Fultech Solutions. his department spotlights some of the security industry’s most progressive integrators that have participated in the SSI Summit. This exclusive, invitation-only event is held annually in conjunction […]
Employee Wellness Programs Are Critical — During COVID And Beyond
*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com As the pro AV industry looks to rebound from a tough 2020, take the time to address your employees’ mental health. While many in pro AV enjoyed working from home throughout the pandemic, a likely equal amount saw a blow to their mental health as a result of the myriad issues […]
14 WFH Products Perfect for Fostering Productivity at Home
*Originally published on CEPro.com Products from companies such as Crestron, Savant, Chief, Shure, BDI and Poly, are helping employees to efficiently work from home. After more than a year into quarantining due to COVID-19, the federal government is now through the pressure of President Biden’s administration trying to get Americans back to work. The government knows […]
Defining the ‘Resimercial’ Market: What Exactly Does It Mean?
*Originally published on CEPro.com The resimercial market has quickly become one of the hottest topics in AV, but what opportunities really exist for integrators? There’s no question that there is as much “gray area” in the attempt to define the term “resimercial” as there is on top of George Clooney’s head, but the market itself […]
Best Practices For Sanitizing And Cleaning Microphones
*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com Cleaning and sanitizing microphones can help prevent the transmission of COVID-19 and protect your customers. COVID-19 cases are falling as vaccines are distributed, and we’re getting closer and closer to “normal” – whatever that was more than a year ago. However, the world is now more conscious of germs and viruses […]
Social Media Isn’t an AV Business Cure-All But It Can Definitely Help
*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com Business consultant Tom Stimson highlights why social media is just the start of building a long-term relationship with customers. Some business leaders look at social media as something in which they have no interest and avoid it all costs. Others consider social media to be their primary tool for sales success and often […]
SBA Extends Deferment Period for COVID-19 EIDL, Other Loans to 2022
*Originally published on SecuritySales.com The SBA said due dates for first installments on EIDL and other disaster loans made in 2020 have been extended to 24 months instead of 12. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration has extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, […]
Navigating The Tax Implications Of The PPP And COVID-19 Relief Programs
*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com This tax season could prove to be complicated for SMBs given tax implications of COVID relief programs like the Paycheck Protection Program. The Paycheck Protection Program and other programs were aimed to help small and medium-sized businesses weather the storm throughout 2020 and the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic. They have been wildly […]
How To Ensure Customers Are Using Those New AV Systems You Installed During The Pandemic
*Originally published on CommercialIntegrator.com Making sure the end user maximizes the ROI of that new AV system you installed will be critical as businesses begin reopening. After a few months of remote work, hunkering down and waiting out the COVID-19 pandemic, your customers have started to ask about new videoconferencing and collaboration systems. Now, many […]