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PL&P SURVEY
We recently surveyed lighting and production professionals on their product purchasing decisions. Here are some of those results...
When purchasing gear for your rental inventory, live produc-
tion applications, or installations, do you primarily prefer to: In the past two or three years, have you made a conscious
decision to stop purchasing from a particular supplier?
16% 61%
39%
28%
33%
6%
16%
Audition similar products from a variety of brands to find
the best
Stick with a brand/model based on past success,
consistency & reliability
Research specs & consider external opinions to decide
Consult a trusted distributor/retailer/consultant for
recommendations
A combination of the above
Which of the following do you find most important in a
manufacturer/distributor supplying product for your job?
56%
6%
39%
0%
Good initial training & ongoing support

Potential cost savings
Previous success on similar jobs/applications
A robust line card with products from as many categories
as possible
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Yes
No
If you answered “yes” to the previous question, what’s the main
reason for that decision?
15%
31%
23%
0%
31%
Poor product quality
Poor technical support
Poor or inconsistent service
Found a preferred supplier for that type of product
Other