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AI is now a vital force in research, improving predictive analytics and coding. Our Global WiNdow blog highlights insights from WIN members on the importance of integrating human judgment with ethical practices.
AI in Market Research: Five rules to live by
10 min readAI is rapidly transforming industries, improving data analysis and insights through natural language processing and predictive models.
Business leaders face a dilemma in adopting artificial intelligence: balancing rapid innovation with ethical restraint. Many discuss “responsible AI,” but few implement it effectively, risking systems they can't control.
Learning to love your inner Cyborg!
13 min readWhy Collective Intelligence is the real payoff of AI
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.
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.
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.
This article presents case studies on AI's role in enhancing market research and driving business success.
The insights industry is evolving with AI and ethical challenges, focusing on trust, data quality, and the importance of human insights.
In a rapidly changing market, brands can't rely on intuition and outdated benchmarks. Many teams still depend on traditional KPIs and extensive manual analysis for concept testing.
Redundant in my 20’s?: Speculation from a young insights professional at the dawn of the AI epoch
10 min readAs one researcher portentously said to me recently – “What if I don’t want to be a prompt engineer?”
This edition features Sarah Ashley, who shares insights on Google Ads for EMEA. We discussed the role of insights in tech innovation and tips for strategic transitions at one of the world's leading companies.
5 Trends Shaping Market Research in 2025
2 min readThe market research landscape is evolving rapidly. As we near 2025, innovative brands are embracing new trends to stay competitive.
This edition highlights John Sevec, a research innovation leader with over 35 years of experience. As Senior VP of mTab, he directs client strategy for a top Decision Intelligence Platform and is recognized as an MRS Research Hero.
As market research evolves, fully permissioned first-party data will become crucial in 2025. Three significant shifts are changing how businesses engage with consumers, making this data indispensable.
Market researchers typically spend 80% of their time on data preparation and only 20% on insights and storytelling. This imbalance, even with new tools, stifles innovation and limits transformative insights for businesses.
Testing a product’s packaging before launch is essential for brand extension, improvements, or innovations. However, packaging screenings and health checks can be time-consuming and costly.
Are you wasting time and resources on segmentation profiles that go unused? With 68% of business data underutilized (Seagate), it’s clear that traditional audience profiling often misses the mark. It's time for a new approach.
How AI Can Be Your Research Sidekick
5 min readFeeling overwhelmed by data and deadlines? AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini can streamline your research and boost performance by up to 40%.
Discover how AI and machine learning are revolutionising market research, enabling deeper insights, predictive analytics, and personalised strategies to drive business success.