Lighting Controls Podcast - Technology Doesnt Have to be Scary with Jonathan Perlis
May 14, 2026

In this episode, we dive into the real transition happening in lighting—moving from simply selling fixtures to delivering full lighting control solutions. We also explore unique challenges in the Canadian market—from 347V systems to code differences—and why standardizing controls design could change everything. Read more

April 2026 NEMA Electroindustry Business Confidence Index
May 11, 2026

The Current Conditions component increased to 50.0, rising from 44.0 last month and moving to the expansionary threshold. Twenty-seven percent of respondents reported “better” conditions, 27 percent reported “worse,” and 45 percent indicated conditions were unchanged. Compared to the prior month, the distribution of responses suggested improved momentum, with a larger share reporting gains and a smaller share reporting deterioration. Read more