Tag: Resideo

DAVIS, Calif.—Zigbee Alliance’s Project Connected Home over IP Working Group recently updated the industry on its progress, outlining the Project’s growth and introducing the newly detailed architectural stack diagram for the open standard. Here’s a summary of the details as well as a link to the working group’s full blog post:  December 2019 – the date the group set out to create a unifying standard for the smart home industry.  September...

AUSTIN, Texas—As the result of a comprehensive search process, Resideo Technologies, Inc. appointed Jay Geldmacher as president and CEO, and a member of the board of directors, effective May 28. Geldmacher succeeds Mike Nefkens, who announced company departure in Dec. 2019. “Jay is the ideal CEO to lead Resideo forward,” Roger Fradin, chairman of the board, Resideo, said in the announcement. “Jay has a long history of operational excellence while delivering profitable growth and value...

Having had the privilege of attending three shows during February, I've heard this phrase most: “It's hard to believe that ISC West is already here!” And, quite frankly, I couldn't agree more! As I think back to last year's ISC West, there were three key trends that resonated with me: 1. deep learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML); 2. video doorbells; and 3. RMR for integrators. Last year, right after ISC West, I reached out to some experts to gather their thoughts...

AUSTIN, Texas—Resideo Technologies Inc. acquired privately held Herman ProAV, a provider and distributor of professional audio-visual (AV) products, procurement services and labor resources to systems integrators in the commercial audio-visual industry.Herman ProAV, based in Miramar, Fla., serves customers across the United States and will be part of Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business, a leading wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products."ADI is a cornerstone of...

DAVIS, Calif.—The Zigbee Alliance, an organization of hundreds of companies creating, maintaining and delivering open, global standards for the Internet of Things (IoT), recently announced that Resideo Technologies, Inc. has joined its Board of Directors. Along with other Zigbee Alliance promoter member companies, Resideo will also play a vital role in the Connected Home Over IP project that aims to simplify development for manufacturers and increase device compatibility for consumers. “Resideo...

AUSTIN, Texas—Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of home comfort and security solutions, recently announced a number of actions to position the company for long-term success and enhance shareholder value.The company's President and CEO, Mike Nefkens, and the board have mutually agreed to a transition, which will allow Nefkens to focus on family health issues. Nefkens has agreed to continue until his successor is appointed, at which time he also will step down from the board of directors....

Jason Lutz, strategic national account manager & industry relations at Resideo has been busy traveling, which he told SSN he feels very fortunate to be able to do. He slowed down for a few minutes to talk to us about work, life and play.How did you get started in the industry?I was bartending in Houston, Texas and these young guys � every night they'd come to the bar. One day I asked them, 'What do you guys do that you can come hang out here every single night?' And they're like: 'We've got the greatest...

As the weather cools off here in Texas, I'm heading to the desert — Phoenix, Arizona to be exact, for some (more) sun and warmth, but most importantly to join Resideo at the CONNECT 2019 dealer's conference. It's here that I'll learn all about the connected home - security, HVAC, plumbing and more — and bring all that knowledge to you! Below is a description of all that you can look forward to in the coming days. The Partner and Innovation Showcase offers the opportunity to meet with...

AUSTIN, Texas—Bob Appleby recently joined Resideo Technologies' ADI Global Distribution business as vice president and general manager of ADI North America to oversee business operations across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, and help the company deliver on financial commitments, modernize operations and continue to reinforce its commitment to customer service excellence.Appleby is based out of Melville, N.Y. and reports directly to Rob Aarnes, president, ADI Global Distribution....

AUSTIN, Texas—Resideo Technologies Inc. announced it has acquired Pittsburgh-based LifeWhere, which uses machine learning and analytics to predict potential failure on critical home appliances, such as water heaters, furnaces and air conditioners.LifeWhere provides the detailed analytics required for professional contractors to dispatch technicians with the right skills to quickly repair the appliance before it causes a catastrophic failure.“LifeWhere is a perfect fit for our portfolio...