Since 2017 the Permanent Multi-Channel Hardware Observatory (OPMF) has been monitoring the hardware distribution channel, both offline and online, tracking all its trends. It presents an annual journalistic survey based on the collection of economic indicators related to sales, assortment, logistics, and payments from hundreds of stores operating in multichannel with proprietary platforms and in marketplaces. Activities include webinars, consultations, and masterclasses for manufacturers and retailers.