We’ve Got to Have Standards [dropcap]W[/dropcap]ith the lighting industry becoming more sophisticated through LED technology and wireless connectivity (i.e. smart products), it’s increasingly important for the industry to create standardization…
The LED Controversy
In the upcoming year, customers may ask you questions about health concerns regarding LED lighting. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#245ee5″]W[/dropcap]henever a new technology emerges and takes off like wildfire, inevitably…
How Consumers UseTechnology
This fall, the National Retail Federation® (NRF)’s Consumer View explored shoppers’ experience with technology and how it is shaping their attitudes today — and tomorrow – in the retail environment.…
Your Action Plan For 2018
Showrooms wishing to remain viable in the new year must act quickly to stay relevant in this new market landscape and continue to prosper in 2020. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff”…
Dine By Design
Part of the transformation of a former giant industrial plant in Italy includes a chic restaurant overseen by the multi-Michelin-starred chef Enrico Bartolini. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#777777″]O[/dropcap]n the grounds…
So Many Shows, So Little Time
Lighting trade shows are critical for the exchange of new product and technical information, but the expense for exhibitors – and the growing list of events – has left many…
New Construction Predicted to Increase in 2018
According to the Dodge Outlook Report, new construction starts are expected to rise across all sectors. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#003ebc”]C[/dropcap]hicago-based Dodge Data & Analytics released its 2018 Dodge Construction…
Housing Trends: Zombies Are Dying
Recent statistics indicate the amount of abandoned properties has declined 22 percent over last year. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#dd3333″]A[/dropcap ccording to the 2017 U.S. Residential Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure…
What Fred Said
Next year will be a lot like 2017 in key areas, according to FreddieMac. [dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#8921d3″]L[/dropcap]ooking ahead to 2018, FreddieMac (otherwise known as the government-sponsored Federal Home…