NSCA seeks instructors for education at 2009 trade show

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 23, 2008 — The NSCA Education Committee requests that subject matter experts submit course proposals for educational opportunities at InfoComm 09 in Orlando, FL. NSCA’s instructors have a long-standing history of providing highly topical courses that elevate the attendee experience and boost industry knowledge. more

New tool tracks listing views and clickthroughs

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 21, 2008 — NSCA corporate members have a new resource to help them grow business. Each month, NSCA will provide members with a detailed report about visitors who have viewed their Member on the Map (MOM) listing. MOM is an online business directory that allows anyone to find an NSCA systems professionals by region or vertical market. more

NSCA EST Training Series provides fundamentals of low voltage

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 16, 2008 — NSCA’s EST Training Series, scheduled to begin September 15, provides comprehensive employee training so technicians make fewer errors therefore saving employers money. The extensive program gives employers a benchmark for skill competencies. At program completion, employees are well equipped to tackle the requirements of any integration project. more

Newest NSCA MIB studies trends and usage in application

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 14, 2008 — Learning how to sell digital signage systems, understanding digital signage software and calculating the cost and benefit of the market are the primary areas needed for success in the digital signage industry, according to the Q3 NSCA Market Intelligence Briefingsâ„¢ (MIB) — Digital Signage Trends in the Commercial Electronic Systems Industry. more

A/E Toolkit to focus on helping contractors expand their outreach

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 10, 2008 — NSCA added new content surrounding emerging digital signage technology trends to its building information resource Web portal, the A/E Toolkit™. With more than 300 articles on best practices, this online resource helps NSCA members increase sales. more

Events promote networking and outreach

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 9, 2008 — Recently retired NSCA President Nancy Emerson told more than 30 attendees at a reception for women during InfoComm 08 that opportunities abound for them in the commercial electronic systems industry.

“We often don’t put a female face on the industry,� Emerson said. “There are many opportunities for women – whether that’s pulling cable, doing project management, serving as sales reps or becoming engineers. We’re trying to bring some diversity to the field.� more

Events allow attendees to kick back and network for a good cause

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 7, 2008 — Industry members had the chance to relax and raise money for charitable causes during InfoComm 08. During its first joint show with InfoComm, NSCA hosted many of its popular events from previous NSCA Expos. more

Kramer employee gets more mileage out of membership

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, June 30, 2008 — With fuel prices hovering at $4/gallon, NSCA made sure its grand prize at InfoComm 08 would save at least one lucky member some serious green. All NSCA members could visit the NSCA Zone to enter to win a 2008 Toyota Hybrid Prius, valued at nearly $29,000. more

Three Board Members Retire

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, July 1, 2008 — At its annual Member Meeting and Industry Forum during InfoComm 08, NSCA appointed two new members to the association’s Board of Directors. Dave Ferlino, president of VistaCom Inc., and Michael Hester, managing partner of Beacon Communications, will each join the NSCA Board for three-year terms.

Andy Musci, president of Altel Systems, took the helm as President when Nancy Emerson, vice president of Vodaci Technologies, retired from the NSCA Board in June. more

Atlas Sound unveils new Strategy Series landscape loudspeaker systems

PHOENIX, AZ, July 24, 2008—Ready for poolside music, outdoor parties, sunning on the deck, and as the source of this summer’s soundtrack for a full range of warm weather activities, Atlas Sound’s new Strategy Series Rock loudspeaker, ROCKFA62T-BR is ideally suited for any commercial or residential landscape application. more