Like other suppliers to the gaming industry, Bally Technologies (BYI) saw a lot of its business fold during the recession. Casinos dialed down orders as consumers cut down on discretionary spending. Before last year, "there was just a lull," said Bally's chief financial officer, Neil Davidson. Bally used the downtime to invest in slot products and technology, some through acquisitions. The result? "We're much better at providing more dynamic, high