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5 Steps to Running a Focus Group
Posted at: 10/1/2024 12:30 PM
A tried and true research methodology, there’s a reason why focus groups have remained popular over the years. The first reported focus groups were used by the U.S. government to study how military propaganda films impacted Americans during World War II. Focus groups gather insights that would otherwise go undiscovered in other research techniques. These insights can be very valuable for organizations in understanding feedback and making decisions. Understanding Focus Groups Focus groups
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15+ Fun-Sized Halloween Statistics [2024]
Posted at: 10/1/2024 12:30 PM
Halloween, the spookiest night of the year, once again will bring out the ghouls, ghosts, and witches in all their frightening glory. To celebrate, our market research company is shining a spotlight on the intriguing statistics that defined this haunting holiday. From the top costume choices to the candy favorites that made trick-or-treating a sweet success, here are our favorite Halloween statistics for 2023. Top Halloween Statistics [Editor's Choice] Spending for Halloween 2024 is expecte
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15 Food And Beverage Marketing Strategies For Expert Results
Posted at: 9/30/2024 12:30 PM
Food and beverage marketing is a hot topic in the current industry playing field. Especially as it expands, companies use smart tricks to get people to buy their products over competitors. Furthermore, the global food and beverage market is set to grow to $8,905.5 billion by 2026. This means there's a lot of revenue to be made, but also a lot of competition. To stand out, brands need good marketing plans. These plans help them find new customers (and keep old ones coming back). Popular ways
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Online Surveys Frequently Asked Questions [Answered By Experts]
Posted at: 9/27/2024 12:30 PM
Online surveys have become a cornerstone of market research, offering businesses valuable insights and data-driven decisions with unprecedented ease. Yet, despite their widespread use, many organizations still grapple with questions about how to effectively implement and leverage online surveys. As a leading online survey company, we frequently receive questions about the process, implementation, and utilization of this type of market research. To assist those in the same boat, Drive Resear
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Online Market Research Communities: Types & Features
Posted at: 9/24/2024 12:30 PM
Online market research communities are rising in popularity, with options becoming cheaper and more accessible by the day. While you may first think of online platforms being used for large-scale quantitative research, there has been a boom of qualitative research taking place with the help of online platforms as well. But what if your company has concerns about respondent quality or has research needs that require a more specialized target audience? No worries! Many online research communiti
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The Best Strategies to Improving Customer Loyalty with Research
Posted at: 9/19/2024 12:30 PM
Building lasting relationships with customers is essential for businesses to be successful and grow in a competitive marketplace. Most organizations will attest to the fact that it costs significantly more to acquire new customers than it does to retain existing customers. Building loyalty with existing customers also allows you to deepen your relationships and grow your share of wallet with customers. To retain customers and build loyalty, businesses must make data-driven decisions and deve
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Ultimate Guide to Voice of Customer (VoC) Market Research
Posted at: 9/17/2024 12:30 PM
Understanding your customers' needs, preferences, and experiences is crucial for any business striving for success. This understanding is at the heart of Voice of Customer (VoC) market research. VoC research involves capturing and analyzing customer feedback to inform and guide business decisions, helping companies improve products, services, and overall customer satisfaction. In this ultimate guide to VoC market research, we'll delve into what VoC is, why it’s important, and how to effectiv
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What is a MROC? | Marketing Research Company Syracuse, NY
Posted at: 9/14/2024 12:30 PM
In the world of market research, leveraging the right tools and communities is essential for gathering valuable insights. One such tool is the Market Research Online Community (MROC). This blog will explain what a MROC is, how it differs from an online panel, and its benefits for market research. What is a MROC? A Market Research Online Community (MROC) is a group of pre-qualified and interested participants who share a commonality or expertise in a specific field. These online communitie
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Improve Your Advertising with Market Research
Posted at: 9/10/2024 12:30 PM
Did you know nearly 80% of businesses utilize market research to learn more about their performance, customers, competition, and trends? Those businesses can then use this valuable insight to help guide their overall business strategy and drive positive changes. But did you know research can also be applied to better position your advertising plan? Read on as we unpack how market research can uncover opportunities to enhance your next rock-solid advertising strategy. How Market Research C
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What Is an Infographic? [+ Tips & Examples]
Posted at: 9/9/2024 12:30 PM
Infographics are an effective way for you to showcase data and information in visual form. Not only is this appealing to the eye, but infographics also take the data and make it more digestible. In doing this, an audience can quickly learn and understand the topic at hand. Infographics are highly customizable to match whatever topic they display, making them a useful tool for anyone. In fact, we're big fans of including them in our work and reports for clients. To learn more (and maybe even
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Manufacturing Content Marketing Trends to Boost Your 2024 Strategy
Posted at: 9/6/2024 12:30 PM
Manufacturing content marketing allows companies in this competitive industry to truly shine. A brand's content strategy can make or break a business, no matter the industry--and that includes the manufacturing space. While you may not associate content marketing with being of high importance in the manufacturing space, we promise you it is! The main reason? Every business can benefit from a content strategy. It's a way for consumers to connect to your brand while also driving business (and
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Best Manufacturing Marketing Strategies for 2024
Posted at: 9/5/2024 12:30 PM
Successful manufacturing marketing strategies all have a common goal: engaging customers. As with any marketing strategy, manufacturers need to prioritize the customer experience in their campaigns and related materials. This not only enhances customer trust, but also increases sales. Marketing for manufacturing companies can include many things, from content to whitepapers to social media use. Typically, a good strategy will include all three of these (and more). Let's dive in. What is