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Is Retail On the Way Up?
by John Honovich, IPVM Posted on Jan 07, 2010 About John Contact JohnAfter a difficult 2009, some signs indicate the retail market for security products may be turning around. New retail statistics released indicate Christmas sales were up year over year and projections for 2010 claim 3-4% growth in retail sales.
The US NRF 2010 'Big Show' being held this month cites a 27%...
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