Kevin Coleman

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nice feature for one of our great partners Nice Group One of the new solutions from Nice is its latest smart home operating system (OS). Nice North America CEO Emanuel E.N. Bertolini says that Nice has a tremendous amount of respect for the manufacturers that make up the home control and automation market, but as someone that is competitive, he wants Nice to be a market leader." Elaborating on Nice’s efforts to keep its product development internal, Jim Poder, chief technology officer for Nice North America, says that as a manufacturer the goal is to develop products that appeal to both dealers and their customers. Poder acknowledges that dealers prioritize performance and reliability so they can serve as technology curators for their customers that also expect reliable performance. Paul Williams, global managing director for Nice North America, says the company’s investment in the channel includes reenergizing its presence in the home audio market. As part of Nice’s commitment to the smart home industry, Williams reiterates Bertolini’s emphasis on dealer support. “That’s what we are doing, we are a B-to-B [business-to-business] solution, we are not trying to be B-to-C [business-to-consumer]. The reality is it is hard to be a B-to-C company. We have to make sure we have good speakers. We can’t just slap a name on them. We must make them a better speaker,” admits Williams. “Let’s design speakers to make sure they sound right.” nice write up - Mark Owen Burson https://lnkd.in/gAcgNRUm

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🖨 Tune in to my latest OpenBrand Analyst Spotlight Video as I highlight Katun Corporation's entrance into the A3 hardware market.

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Some of the things my team are thinking about is handsets, carriers, retail and the consumers that use the devices. Thoughts on how to keep ahead? 5G smartphones accounted for 55% of global demand in 2023 and are expected to grow this year. These shifts require optimized production planning and inventory management. Understand and anticipate future trends (and sales patterns) so you can win in the technical goods market. https://ow.ly/L02M30sFvq6

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"Routines are also appealing based on certain times of the day or lifestyle factors. Unfortunately, there is an enormous gap between the appeal of routines and actual use. 82% of US internet households find a smart home device-enabled bedtime routine appealing, but just 16% of smart home device owners set bedtime routines today. 65% of US internet households find an entertainment routine appealing, but just 21% of device owners set such a routine today. The process for setting routines is not intuitive, made worse by the deep fragmentation of brands, ecosystems, and protocols in use across the home." read more about SmartThings from Parks Associates https://lnkd.in/g9mhMbDY

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excited for our connected health summit sessions later today! ! We’ve seen, over the last several years, an increasing pivot away from one-time hardware sales to subscriptions. These provide more sustainable revenue flows, removing some of the risks associated with product launches. #hardwareasaservice #iot #network #connectivity #research #healthcare #devices #revenue #product

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did you miss our linkedin live last week? We shared some of the latest smart home and security trends plus BONUS TRENDS we have so much research - we want to help you! reach out to me today for information about our services #smarthome #connectedhome #broadband #research #data #devices #connectedhome #innovation #technology #tech #business

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Plan to attend this important conversation on the outlook for AI from TechInsights!

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What’s Next for the Semiconductor Industry? The semiconductor industry is in the midst of rapid transformation. With geopolitical tensions, evolving technologies, and growing demands from sectors like AI and consumer electronics, many are asking: What’s going to happen next? Key Questions to Consider: Will supply chains diversify? With the U.S.-China trade tensions escalating, will companies successfully move away from dependence on a few manufacturing hubs? Are countries like Japan and India positioned to take a larger share of the global market or US? How will AI reshape demand? AI is driving the need for specialized chips, but as more efficient AI models emerge, will we still need the same scale of GPUs and compute power? Could advancements in chip optimization reduce this demand? Is customization the future? As companies push for chips tailored to specific applications, will we see a rise in demand for customized semiconductor designs? How will this impact the broader industry and mass production? Can government incentives sustain growth? Countries may be providing massive subsidies to support semiconductor manufacturing. Will these incentives be enough to sustain long-term growth, or will the industry face challenges once the subsidies dry up? As the semiconductor industry evolves, these questions will determine the future landscape. The next few years will be pivotal in shaping how the world produces and consumes chips.

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Watch David Duganne, Senior Manager, Customer Insights, Dish Network and Insights Discuss: - Why delivering the right message at the right time is crucial in optimizing customer journeys - How competitor services influence your business and the promise your product holds - What differentiates touchpoints as snapshots from the comprehensive story of customer journeys - How pain points can be resolved by considering both customer and employee journeys Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gNF2Vn88 #consumerjourney #innovation #personas #P2P #pathtopurchase #CPG #consumerinsights #consumerresearch #categorymanagement #B2C #customerjourneymapping #b2b #cxstrategy #customerexperience #customerjourney #CX #insights #customerinsights #consumerinsights #consumerresearch #consumergoods #retail #marketingresearch #marketresearch #customercentricity #customerloyalty #customerinsight #consumerbehavior #momentsthatmatter #marketing #advertising #crm #airports #aviationindustry

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JOIN US IN 2025 at CES and CONNECTIONS IN MAY As #video #entertainment and smart home solutions continue to converge, the #UI experience will be critical in driving engagement, and companies are deploying solutions focused on those integrated capabilities. For example, Google recently announced a successor to Chromecast, the Google #TV Streamer, which offers AI-powered voice search, acts as a #smarthome #hub, and offers access to over 800 free channels and 700,000 movies and TV shows from the popular #streaming applications. “Tech companies are working to increase interest in their whole ecosystem of #devices and #services and continue to introduce new products that can integrate together,” said Ashton Gambrell, Director of Sales, Sponsorships, Parks Associates. “Companies continue to compete for brand loyalty and to be the comprehensive service provider for the home.” JOIN US IN 2025 at CES and CONNECTIONS IN MAY https://lnkd.in/g6mCNdKG

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Just Published: DSCC's Quarterly Display Capex and Equipment Market Share Report Key Takeaways: - Improved display industry market conditions to drive 47% growth in 2024 display equipment spending to $7.3B. - 2025-2027 expected to hover around $7B-$8B with spending on next generation OLED fabs for IT markets a major catalyst. These new fabs should bring OLED costs down for larger (10”-20”) panels. - OLED IT demand expected to rise at a 46% CAGR from 2023 to 2028 to over 60M panels. Link to the full release in the comment below.

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Parks Associates released new #research in partnership with Adeia revealing 47% of US internet households report familiarity with at least one AI technology, such as conversational tools like #ChatGPT or AI-powered image editors like Lensa. The Rise of AI: Consumer Perspectives notes that 40% of US #internet households regularly use an AI tool for a personal, professional, or educational purpose, while 69% are concerned with the #data and #privacy implications of #AI use. https://lnkd.in/g45CcDVx

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Parks Associates’ Smart Home Consumer Insights Dashboard finds that channels with professional installation – residential security, custom integrators, internet service providers, and others – have stronger sales of smart home devices during the summer, following household moves, while device sales through retail are expected to pick up for the coming holiday season. The firm will address these buying patterns at the upcoming CONNECTIONS™ Summit, hosted at CES® on January 7, 2025, in Las Vegas. The Smart Home Dashboard reports 26% of US internet households acquired at least one smart home device in the past 12 months and 46% report intentions to purchase in the next six months. Adoption of #smarthome devices has reached the early mass market, with sales patterns settling into seasonal variations. https://lnkd.in/gt9qZxNJ

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Parks Associates white paper investigates video innovation and integration in home access control. It assesses consumer adoption and demand for video analytics, face unlock features, and the ability to differentiate known people from strangers. It evaluates the service revenue opportunity for door lock manufacturers to move from video partners to video providers. Finally, it highlights research on consumers’ willingness to share outside video streams and the best approaches to providing smart video access solutions while earning and keeping consumer trust. Access White Paper - quick download: https://lnkd.in/gKatnVyp

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On this episode of the Six Five On The Road, host Patrick Moorhead is joined by Samsung Electronics B2B America SVP & GM Brad Haczynski, for a conversation on Samsung B2B’s latest innovations revealed at Samsung Unpacked. Their discussion covers: - Brad Haczynski's role within Samsung and his perspectives on the latest Samsung Unpacked announcements. - The significance of Samsung's sixth generation of foldable devices and their appeal to the business sector. - Key business-oriented features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and how they cater to the needs of professionals. - Samsung's approach to integrating AI into mobile devices and the benefits for business users. - The evolving role of wearable technology in the business ecosystem and what Samsung's latest wearables offer to corporate users. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/enNrte4p. #SamsungUnpacked

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