Falling Down: The 2014 Mid-Year Guide

Author: John Honovich, Published on Jun 02, 2014

Falling down - the theme of the 2014 video surveillance industry. This is the toughest stretch for the industry overall, since at least the 2008-2009 recession.

In IPVM's 2014 Mid Year Guide, a 150+ page PDF available inside, we break down the key challenges, issues and opportunities.

The Guide starts with a unique analysis of the industry and the key players struggling and growing, including:

We then examine 4 industry deals over the past 6 months:

Plus, we review financial performance of major surveillance participants, including:

And then we cover some important industry issues, including:

Turning to a number of executive ousters and key moves, including:

Finally, we conclude with in-depth analysis of Avigilon, the hottest company coming into 2014, now facing its first major challenge:

All of these, and more, are available as part of the 2014 mid year guide:

 

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