There are two major trends that I have been following that will have dramatic effects on our industry.

Bird Home Automation Group’s IP converter DoorBird D301 enables the user to communicate with anyone standing at their front door via smartphone or tablet and converts conventional door intercom systems into IP door intercoms.

The general construction market, which impacts the demand for residential intercoms and audio systems, has rebounded after several years in the doldrums. Timing is also good for the retrofit market to benefit the demand for residential intercoms.