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Home » Authors » Olivia Sellke

Articles by Olivia Sellke

Three Home Automation Debates You Probably Didn't Know About

Most home technology professionals have opinions about the best way to do home automation.
Olivia Sellke
August 14, 2014

Debates on home automation are nothing new, but some recent ones have less to do with one system over another and more about the available solutions or even perceived threat to what we do.


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Addressing the Challenges of Ultra HD/4K

Ultra HD/4K resolutions are going to be a major factor in pushing screen sizes to larger and larger dimensions.
Olivia Sellke
July 15, 2014

When Ultra HD/4K first arrived on the tech scene two initial concerns were offered, the first being available content. Sure, the 4K resolution sounds great but if the content is not 4K than what’s the point?


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Are Indoor and Outdoor Security Projects Really that Different?

3 questions you’re not prepared to answer
Olivia Sellke
May 20, 2014

A media room, however, provides a more inviting look. With seating typically in the form of couches and love seats, the viewing experience is more social.


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Three Commonly Asked Residential Installation Questions

It is inevitable that someday a customer is going to ask you a technology question that you can’t answer.
Olivia Sellke
April 24, 2014

In the ensuing silence, you may miss an opportunity to be the customer’s go-to home technology professional and fail to earn some potential revenue. Therefore, it may be time to catch up on those other residential topics that sometimes elude home systems professionals.


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Exploring the Resources of the All-New CEDIA.net for Your Business

As the global association for the home technology industry, CEDIA works to provide you with tools and content that will help you to take on those residential projects.
Olivia Sellke
February 17, 2014

At this time, we would like to take the opportunity to introduce you to a new resource that can help you learn more about all of those residential topics, our new and improved website. The new cedia.net delivers robust content and tools aimed to help home technology professionals in every aspect of their business.


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Stepping into Advanced Residential Installations

More than three-fourths of security installation companies are either installing or planning to install distributed audio and video in the next 24 months
Olivia Sellke
December 13, 2013

If you are not dipping into additional installations in the home, then you may be left in the dust — and if you are trying to break into this side of the industry, then you may find yourself with many questions.


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Project Inspiration: Outdoor Entertaining

As we get into the mid-summer months, you may find your focus shifting from indoor projects to outdoor projects
Olivia Sellke
July 18, 2013

As we get into the mid-summer months, you may find your focus shifting from indoor projects to outdoor projects; the same is likely true for your clients. 


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How to Become a Home Theater Expert: Video Displays

Olivia Sellke
March 19, 2013
When you work with technology — be it security systems, computers, or even cable installations — you get those questions. Questions from clients that start with “So, do you know anything about…” These questions can range from how to keep their neighbor from leeching onto their Wi-Fi to what type of TV they should get. You work with “these types of things,” so clients assume you have a wealth of knowledge. You are already working in their home so wouldn’t it be great to secure some additional business?
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New Year: New Opportunities in the Residential Market

Erica Shonkwiler Olivia Sellke
January 15, 2013
Starting off the new year can be an opportunity to look at ways to change your business strategy and make changes to start the year off right. Maybe it’s time to hire some new employees, or maybe you are going to resolve to keep better track of your financial statements. Something to consider as you plan for the year ahead is how your company will work in the residential market in 2013.
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