If you plan to visit EHX this year in Orlando FL, send us an e-mail to set up a time to meet.

Have you settled on what to call the new year, as you can read I have my preference. Now that this is out can I ask "What are you going to do to make you more money in twenty ten?"
If the answer is the same thing you did last year then it easy to predict the results. Economic factors certainly did play a roll in all of individual economies over the last year. The business climate does feel like it is working better so far this year. The point is do you carry what people want or do you offer them what you want to sell?
I often marvel at the products that do really well. Often it is because they are marketed heavily and have a name that you know. They often perform as well as the unknown products but cost much more.
Now the question is how do you convince people to buy products like AV LV provides to Integrators? They cost less, perform as well and more often than not are better than the leading lines, the difference is your customers do not have to pay for all that marketing to get what they want.
One way to do this is to have a demo piece of equipment available or use this equipment yourself in an office or showroom. For example our newest CCTV line Vivotek is digital and you can place one unit in your office and demonstrate it from anywhere with a laptop computer. Our Lighting Control Line has a great demo suitcast and an OMNI-Wifi unit speaks for it self once you set one up in a 10,000 sq. ft building and have full coverage. Ultimately it is hard to convince people of anything these days unless you have the right tools and inform them in the right manner.
At AV LV we look forward to helping you prosper in twenty ten, thanks again for a solid oh nine as well.
Paul

AV LV hopes you are enjoying some time with Family and Friends over the Holidays and even more great business in 2010!

This time of year we always hear the same battle cry "the customers are not buying because of the holidays!"
So how can you operate your business with these ups and downs?
First of all not everyone is holding off. The other consideration is that if they are holding back, ask if you can set up a time right after the holidays to jump start the new year. Most business decisions have to do with timing as much as the cost. If you plan for the ups and downs then it is not as debilitating. Have a summer strategy,a school vaction plan and a holiday gift offering.
If Lexus can suggest a car as a Christmas Gift then why not a Home Theater?
I hope you enjoy your Holiday this year and look forward to hearing from you soon...

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There is a good chance you will not be where you should be. We can all sense change however it is not easy to predict when it will arrive. Our plan at AV LV is to keep a slow but steady positive position by providing the core products you will need when things begin to pick up.

As we move forward AV LV will once again add products and technology that makes sense and fit our standards. Plan now to have access to the funds you will need to support slow steady growth over the next few years. If things improve dramatically try not to fall into the same trap again, the one where you just assume the good times will just keep rolloing along. Remember, it is not what you earn it is what you save that really counts.

From now until December 31st 2009 we offer free shipping on any pre-paid order, call today for more information or to place your order. 603-491-3395

OK we are ready to roll now with the new AV LV web site so... how does this affect you?
1. When you are visiting a customer and he or she asks you to show them the product, just say "OK - open a browser and lets look at av-lv.com" then it's a piece of cake to show a dome camera or a 6 button lighting control switch, on the spot. You no longer need to say "let me get back to you on that".
2. You need info on a product after hours.
3. No need to go to 3 or 4 web sites now for AV LV items and information.
4. This Blog - we can show case your work, send us photos and a description to sales@av-lv.com
5. Remember you can still increase business by going back to your customer base with new technology.
6. We will continue to add new products and technology. Lets us know if there is a product you wish to see here as well.
Thanks
Paul