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Top Story
By Karen Mitchell As motorized shades grow in popularity, integrators are becoming more comfortable with selling, ordering, and installing them. And the demand is there.
When ProSource made the decision to build a brand-new training center from the ground up in Golden, Colorado, they approached the project with an entirely new mindset. Relocating from Texas to Colorado presented the leadership team with a rare opportunity for a fresh start, one informed by everything they had learned from their previous Dallas Lighting Training center. Armed with data and firsthand experience, they were able to reimagine the purpose and design of their training space from scratch.
 | Why First-Party Data Wins First-party data fuels growth. Discover how to boost engagement and brand ROI. Learn more.
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CEDIA Expo Update
Erin Phillips gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the companies are planning for their CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 exhibit.
Maren Gehling, director of sales, custom home & integration, Hunter Douglas, gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 exhibit.
Throughout the three-day event, company experts will be on hand to provide in-depth insights and engage with attendees of the SR6 demo.
Company to provide live demos, in-depth training, and a future-ready product roadmap.
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Live Brighter with Aura™
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Aura™ Creates Sunlit Ambiance
Aura™ Illuminated Shades replicate the sun's natural glow, day or night. Adjust brightness and warmth to support your mood, boost productivity, and create the perfect atmosphere—whether you're waking up, winding down, or brightening dark spaces. Read more
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Aura™ Creates Sunlit Ambiance
Aura™ Illuminated Shades replicate the sun's natural glow, day or night. Adjust brightness and warmth to support your mood, boost productivity, and create the perfect atmosphere—whether you're waking up, winding down, or brightening dark spaces. Read more
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Today's News
With this acquisition, Audio Advice plants new roots in St. Louis.
Enhanced site features new digital tools and lighting inspiration for integrators.
Partnership will debut at CEDIA Expo 2025, along with the new SubContractor Series products.
 | Salesforce & Thunder Consulting Power Support Teams Discover how Smartsheet used Salesforce Agentforce and AI to transform its customer support. Join Salesforce and Thunder Consulting on August 21st for a webinar covering key strategies for scaling support, speeding up responses, and building smarter, leaner service teams. Claim your seat. |
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Technology Update
The mui Board Gen 2 touch screen controller enables quiet connectivity in spaces that require minimal distractions.
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