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Smart Home Solutions from Parks Associates

Smart home solutions are in a prime position to meet consumer concerns about the health and safety of their children and aging loved ones, and the security of properties as 64 percent of U.S. broadband households report reconsidering aspects of home and lifestyle as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

North Texas-based Parks Associates, a  woman-led internationally recognized market research and consulting company, specializes in emerging technology solutions serving the consumer and small to medium business markets. Now celebrating its 35th year, the company's expertise includes home automation, control systems and security, digital media and platforms, entertainment and gaming, home networks, internet and video services, connected health and independent living solutions, mobile applications and services, support services, consumer electronics, and energy management solutions.

Elizabeth Parks, president, states, “Smart home device manufacturers and service providers are developing new solutions catered to the unique needs of multiple dwelling units, a key end-market segment for smart home brands." They see the potential to generate $1.9 billion annually for additional rental features and services.

For more information, visit ParksAssociates.com.

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Natural Awakenings Dallas -Fort Worth Metroplex Edition
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