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July 20, 2026
 
 
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What Makes an Integration Project Succeed or Fail
What Makes an Integration Project Succeed or Fail
By Christopher Sterle, CEO and Founder of Acoustic Design Systems After more than 20 years in the integration business, I’ve witnessed numerous times that the difference between a smooth project and a painful one is almost never because of the technology. It comes down to your process. The technology works, but it’s often the communications and steps around the install that create problems.
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Shielded vs Unshielded: Choose Smarter
Stop assuming shielded cable is always better for high-end AV installations. The wrong choice adds unnecessary labor costs, deployment errors, or frustrating intermittent faults. Learn how to match your cable choice to the pathway and make your projects easier and more profitable. Read the article here.
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CEDIA Expo Update
 
2026 CEDIA Shares: DreamWall
2026 CEDIA Shares: DreamWall
DreamWall gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
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