We have seen a lot in 2016 with DIY and other direct to consumer models. What we are going to concentrate on is enhancing professional security or connected home experience. ”From voice to video, the “it” technology of the moment has a positive effect on dealers, says Greg Blackett, of Tyco Security Products. “A lot of these products drive interest in security. There is an opportunity there in the form of reaching a customer that hasn’t had security before by delivering new products. Maybe they will start with a point product but then possibly migrate to a more secure, professional solution. Those are the types of things that will help us…. As an industry we are doing good work making sure products can connect in a meaningful way. ”While homeowners are nearly 2. 5 times more likely than renters to have a working security system, a significant portion 43 percent of recent buyers acquired their systems as part of the purchase of a new or existing home. While interactive services have taken hold in the industry, radically improving customer satisfaction and retention, the addition of home control products including lighting and thermostats has also expanded the value of security solutions.