Buying Groups Become Lifeline for Custom Integrators Amid Tariffs and Talent Crunch

Azione, Oasys, ProSource and HTSA are arming custom-electronics dealers with training, vendor leverage, and entry into adjacent categories like lighting design, energy management and recurring services as the middle market shrinks under tariff pressure.

— Filed Fri, 15 May, 2026, 07:17 IST · Source TWICE · Consumer Electronics · Updated

US consumer electronics buying groups Azione, Oasys, ProSource, and HTSA help custom-integration dealers navigate tariffs, talent shortages, and a shrinking middle market through training, vendor collaboration, and emerging categories like lighting design, energy management, and recurring revenue services.