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This is part of a three-part series on disciplinary influences in qualitative market research. The series examines the uneven impact of psychological, psychoanalytical, and sociological perspectives, and make the case for a more pluralistic approach.
Part two of a two-part series on how to best utilize market research data that is stored in an organization’s data lake
Market research is evolving. Researchers must deliver faster, efficient insights while ensuring data integrity, learning from challenges faced by other industries.
AI will always trend towards the middle. Cultural intelligence is your unfair advantage. Insight should provoke, not pacify. It should rebel, not regress. That’s how you avoid the Coldplay Effect.
What Sociology Contributes: Psychology, Sociology, and Qualitative Market Research – Part 2
5 min readThis is part of a three-part series on disciplinary influences in qualitative market research. The series examines the uneven impact of psychological, psychoanalytical, and sociological perspectives, and make the case for a more pluralistic approach.
In a recent masterclass about trend forecasting, students were asked to create an evidence wall of change signals. Initial enthusiasm turned to frustration as they grappled with the overwhelming amount of information.
Untouched data contributes 2% of global greenhouse gas emissions, equal to the aviation industry.
Are you looking to better motivate others? This article suggests focusing on three things: Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness.
Part one of a two-part series on how to best utilize market research data that is stored in an organization’s data lake
AI is increasingly seen as a solution for research, but a ScienceDirect report reveals that collaboration with human researchers is still in early stages, especially in thematic analysis.
This is part of a three-part series on disciplinary influences in qualitative market research. The series examines the uneven impact of psychological, psychoanalytical, and sociological perspectives, and make the case for a more pluralistic approach.
In 2023, there's a notable shift from domestic to international clients, reversing trends seen during the pandemic.
The secret behind brands that grow margins while others cut prices.
How AI is Transforming Insights
8 min readPavi Gupta is VP Insights & Analytics at Chobani and a three-time Insight250 Winner. With 25+ years of experience at major companies, he discusses the impact of AI on the insights industry.
The Road to Business Impact
7 min readThe insights industry has improved its ability to achieve real business impact over the past 15 years, as shown by the Insights Maturity Model. This series of articles explores key drivers and strategies to enhance corporate consumer insights functions.
Beware AI’s Siren Song
11 min readHow leaders can secure truly differentiating insight in the AI era
AI offers the chance to transform our understanding and broaden our horizons. It not only streamlines value but also motivates us to elevate our standards and aspirations, encouraging us to reach new heights beyond the status quo.
AI is changing how we generate insights, but not all AI-driven methods are the same. Relying solely on 'synthetic data' can be misleading and unhelpful, as it should not be treated as a catch-all term for all AI outputs.
Unlocking Energy Resilience
5 min readThermal Energy Storage Systems Market to Surpass USD 102.6 Billion by 2034
Marketing planning often focuses too much on past sales and market share, which doesn't indicate future competitiveness. To gauge a brand’s potential, it's crucial to assess its current marketing performance.





















