RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
Making informed decisions requires accurate information, intelligence, analysis, and research. Research is crucial in every aspect of business, such as identifying industry trends, best practices, competitive landscape, and market needs. It provides a clear insight, accurate business and market intelligence and better understanding of the opportunities or challenges at hand, reducing uncertainty and risk in decision-making. Timely, relevant, and accurate information is critical to stay ahead of the curve.
We use a range of data sources, advanced analytical tools and proven research methodologies like quantitative research, correlational studies, cross-sectional studies, experiments, longitudinal studies, panel studies, secondary data analysis, statistical analysis and surveys, interviews, observational studies, open source intelligence (OSINT), controlled experiments, case studies, content analysis, grounded theory, ethnography, phenomenology, regression modeling, and data mining to provide in-depth analysis and interpretation of complex information to provide accurate and actionable intelligence, foresights, and insights for forecasting, estimation and comprehensive understandings of the opportunities and challenges at hand.
Our business intelligence services deliver powerful insights to drive strategic decisions and planning. We combine advanced analytics with diverse data sources to provide accurate forecasts, benchmarking, predictive modeling, and actionable intelligence. This enables evidence-based decision-making, empowers innovation, and allows clients to capitalize on emerging opportunities while mitigating risks.
Our BI services include competitor intelligence, customer analytics, financial modeling, industry research, macroeconomic analysis, market segmentation, operational analytics, predictive modeling, pricing analytics, sales forecasting, and trends analysis. With our rigorous analytical capabilities and research expertise across quantitative and qualitative techniques, we empower clients to transform complex data into strategic foresight for a true competitive advantage.
We aptly decode your customers’ preferences, motivations, and purchase drivers through the use of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies including surveys, focus groups, ethnography, and data analytics. We provide a multidimensional understanding of your customers to optimize brand positioning, messaging, product development, and marketing for clients.
We employ our industry expertise, instructional design principles, and understanding of adult learning principles in offering engaging curricula on leadership, technical skills, and professional development for virtual and in-person trainings with realworld application. Our programs build both technical skills and leadership abilities through workshops, coaching, e-learning, mentoring, and experiential learning. We incorporate continuous evaluation, outcomes, and participant feedback to refine offerings and demonstrate ROI. We foster continuous growth through mentorship, performance support, and personalized development pathways at individual, team, and organizational levels with a learner-centric mindset. Our tech-enabled and people-centric approach ensures learning translates into meaningful workplace impact in the face of any disruption.
Cultural studies provide a deep understanding of the complex interplay between culture, society, and individuals as well as in-depth insights into beliefs, values, attitudes, behaviors, social norms, and symbolic practices across different groups and societies. We leverage cultural studies and research to improve marketing strategies, ensuring messaging resonates with diverse audiences and manages cultural nuances. It ensures more effective communication, product development, and brand positioning in different markets, fostering cross-cultural understanding and avoiding potential pitfalls.
Our offerings include generational studies, diversity and inclusion assessments, ethnographies, studies of arts, media influence, analyses of cultural trends, identification of cultural barriers, evaluation of public engagement with culture, cultural mapping, and development of targeted communications strategies. Our rigorous social science-based techniques deliver a multidimensional understanding of culture to inform client organizational strategy, branding, HR practices, product innovation, customer engagement, and reputation management.
We provide customized and thematic research and analysis to address the specific needs of individual clients, rather than selling pre-packaged or off-the-shelf research reports. We work closely with clients to understand their unique business challenges and information needs, then design and execute customized research projects to deliver data, insights, and recommendations tailored to the client’s situation. This proprietary, custom research provides our clients with information curated to their specific goals and is highly valued by those seeking deeper understanding of their markets, customers, and landscape.
We undertake customized and thematic research projects for market sizing and feasibility studies, customer surveys, competitive intelligence, user experience research, and more. We provide consultancy to interpret findings, derive strategic insights, and guide decision-making based on the custom engagements.
Economic research provides vital insights that support informed business strategy and investments, economic policymaking, and understanding of economic systems, conditions and trends. Our economic research covers broad topics like trade, unemployment, inflation and growth. We also examine specific sectors, industries and geographies.
Our economic research services include macroeconomic analysis to identify trends and make predictions, market forecasting, impact assessments of policy changes, industry studies to assess market conditions and competitive forces, evaluation of policy impacts, economic modeling and forecasting, monitoring of key economic indicators, and more. We prepare customized reports, forecasts, databases, and advisory services centered.
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and PESTEL (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, and Legal) analyses are vital tools for assessing the broader contextual factors influencing businesses, organizations, companies, communities, and investments. ESG analysis evaluates a company’s performance in sustainability, social responsibility, and governance, guiding stakeholders’ decisions aligned with ethical and environmental considerations. PESTEL analysis, on the other hand, provides a holistic framework to understand and manage external macroenvironmental factors impacting business strategies. Robust ESG and PESTEL frameworks provide forward-looking insights on external dynamics beyond financials alone such as responsible and sustainable value creation.
Our ESG and PESTEL analysis offerings include comprehensive assessments, benchmarking, and ongoing monitoring of relevant factors. We also provide solutions for development and deployment of sustainability frameworks, risk management strategies, and scenario planning to adapt to changing external influences. Our consultancy includes strategic advisory on integrating ESG into business practices, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning
Financial analysis assesses and interprets financial data for informed business decisions and investment choices. It involves evaluating financial statements, ratios, modeling, benchmarking, forecasting, credit risk, and other metrics to gain insights into profitability, liquidity, and financial stability. Financial analysis evaluates past results, current position, and projected outlook.
We provide data-driven insights to guide transactions, enhance fiscal management, and make informed investment decisions. We combine advanced analytical techniques with forensic accounting, valuation modeling, quantitative analysis, and qualitative research. Our offerings cover market dynamics, assessments of organizational performance, capital structure, cash flow analysis, competitive benchmarking, cost-benefit analysis, credit risk analysis and scores, equity research, financial modeling and forecasting, financial performance drivers, financial risks, financial statements, identification of investment risks and opportunities, industry trends, investment decisions, M&A, ratio analysis, ROI analysis, and more.
Geopolitics and security analysis examines the correlations between geography, politics, and foreign policy to assess implications for states, corporations, and organizations. Understanding geopolitical trends and security dynamics enable anticipation of political risks, economic conditions, and business climate in target markets and areas of interest. It enables to mitigate potential disruptions, comply with regulations, and safeguard assets and operations in diverse markets.
We provides analysis and perspectives beyond any biases covering conflict analysis, crisis management strategies, geopolitical risk assessments, identifying exposure points, market entry strategies, political forecasting, real-time monitoring platforms, risk ratings and alerts, security audits, security protocol development, supply chain vulnerability assessments, threat intelligence, transnational challenges, advisory on positioning within multilateral institutions, analysis of demographic shifts and political climates, assessment of extremism and instability risks, early warning systems, evaluation of power dynamics between state and non-state actors, examination of economic interdependencies, identification of alliance opportunities, and more.
Industry analysis examines market structure, economics, trends, and the competitive landscape within a specific industry. It is imperative for business strategy and investment decisions, covering factors like market size, segmentation, growth, costs, distribution, and regulations. Industry analysis also benefits investors, stakeholders, and policymakers assessing economic trends, efficient resource allocation, and supportive policies.
We offer analysis of industry data and trends, analysis of regulations, analysis of buyer and supplier powers, assessment of competitive rivalry and benchmarking, cost analysis, demand and supply projections and forecasting, evaluation of new entrants and their strategic positioning, identification of substitution threats, industry profiling reports, market feasibility studies, partner search, profitability and investment potential, strategic advisory, substitute industries analysis, technology forecasting, and more.
Our legal and regulatory research services enable clients to proactively manage legal, regulatory and compliance risks and obligations. We conduct compliance audits and reviews to identify gaps versus requirements across policies, processes, controls and documentation. Monitoring of the regulatory landscape provides timely visibility into changing laws, rules and standards across relevant jurisdictions and domains. We use legal, legislative, judicial, constitutional and certain other sources to provide consultancy on legal questions and strategy. We review and draft precise contracts and agreements to appropriately allocate rights, risks and responsibilities between parties. Litigation support offerings include evidentiary research, case analysis, damages assessment and expert testimony.
Policy review and development embeds legal and regulatory mandates into business operations and culture. We manage licensing and permitting processes to secure necessary government approvals for clients. Due diligence research analyzes the legal, compliance and regulatory status of third parties in potential deals and relationships. We also identify and assess legal, regulatory and compliance-related risks through tailored assessments to facilitate contingency planning and enterprise risk management. Our services include compliance audits, risk assessments, gap analysis, benchmarking, legal structuring, evaluation of jurisdiction selection, analysis of regulatory shifts, assessments of reporting requirements, third-party risk analysis, identification of incentives and exemptions, and more.
Market research enhances understanding of customer perspectives including their needs, behaviors, and preferences. It explores competitive forces and market trends. Surveys, focus groups, and interviews assess reactions to current or proposed products. Market research quantifies market size and growth potential, identifies optimal target segments and positioning strategies. Brands track awareness and loyalty over time, testing evaluates advertising and messaging, and distribution analysis guides channel selection and coverage.
Our market research provides analysis of adoption drivers, buyer and consumer behavior, demand forecasting, donor and VC profiling, evaluation of channel effectiveness, evaluation of market gaps, capital and fundraising strategies, identification of customer segments, impact assessments, market opportunity assessments and entry, market research reports, competitive intelligence and benchmarking, pricing research, product concept testing, product positioning, tailored surveys for specific data collection, and more.
Operational Research (OR), also known as Operations Research (OR) leads to optimized efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across industries, sectors, and organizations. We offer demand forecasting, supply chain analysis, production planning, inventory optimization, quality management, organizational design, process improvement, automation assessments, operational sustainability studies for agencies and institutions, policy analysis, program evaluation, workload modeling, risk assessments, and simulations to enhance public services, location analysis, capacity planning, lean operation designs, operational due diligence, operational audits, operations transformations, operational efficiency of funding programs and humanitarian efforts, and more.
Political and electoral research leads to informed policymaking, effective political strategy, and adapting to evolving political and electoral landscapes. It involves precise and accurate public sentiments assessments, key issues and challenges identification, and effective communication strategies. Political and electoral research educes risks of disconnected policy, erosion of public and voter trust, political and electoral setbacks, and susceptibility to emerging issues.
Our services include mobilizing activists, campaign analytics, candidate services, coalition building, committee analysis, public concerns and interests identification, policy analysis, competitive intelligence, compliance monitoring, public and constituency outreach, political data analytics, political campaign management, election monitoring, electorate engagement, political event strategies, grassroots advocacy and mobilization, reputation management, opposition research, policy development, political advertising, public opinion and polling, speechwriting, political volunteers and activist management, voter analytics, diaspora and youth and senior citizen engagement, and more.
Product and service innovation research enables organizations to develop cuttingedge offerings that meet emerging needs. It provides vital intelligence to fuel innovation pipelines across sectors. Research identifies white spaces and tests concepts to uncover promising opportunities. Customer studies assess proposed innovations and optimize design. Market testing validates appeal and iterations. Postlaunch studies track performance. Technology assessment scouts emerging tech with potential. Innovation research produces the insights needed to embed innovation throughout an organization’s culture and offerings. It empowers both incremental improvements and disruptive innovation. This intelligence is indispensable for leaders seeking to understand customer needs, validate offerings, and deliver new sources of value.
Our services include ethnographic studies, innovation audits, ideation workshops, user experience testing, product concept evaluation, pricing studies, analysis of adoption drivers, identification of feature gaps, prototyping, analysis of substitution threats, IP landscape analysis, evaluation of technology impacts, and more.
Our public opinion, poll and surveys deliver timely and accurate insights into people’s perspectives, priorities, and preferences for effective communication, policy, and strategy. We combine advanced sampling, questionnaire design, data analysis, and investigative techniques to read opinions and gauge sentiments of the public.
We offer community surveys, policy preference evaluations, brand tracking, concept testing, customer satisfaction assessments, public engagement analysis, support and opposition monitoring, and demographic profiling. Our research simplifies crafting resonant messaging, pursuing constituent-aligned policies, mitigating controversies, identifying emerging issues, monitoring campaign and communication effectiveness, and more.
We actively seek out opportunities to work alongside respected organizations who share our dedication to push boundaries and drive positive change. Our commitment to excellence and forward-thinking is exemplified through our rapidly expanding collaborations with a diverse network of well-reputed partners ranging from renowned academic institutions, industry leaders, government agencies, to nonprofit organizations. Whether you represent an educational institution, a dynamic industry player, a government entity, or a non-profit with a shared commitment to making a positive impact, we invite you to join hands with us in shaping a future marked by innovation and success. Together, we can explore new possibilities and create enduring value through collaborative endeavors.
We also facilitate partnerships between organizations and institutions across borders and regions. We provide due diligence, matchmaking, risk analysis, partnership structuring, cultural adaptation, and ongoing relationship management. We firmly believe that collaborations and partnerships form the very foundation of success and innovation, to achieve impactful outcomes. We bridge cultural divides, legal systems, geographic distances, and operational structures to clients our clients for access to new markets, talent, innovation, funding sources, and networks. We facilitate our partners and clients to transfer knowledge, pursue shared goals, enhance supply chains, exchange talent, co-develop intellectual property, and implement exchange programs. We enable impactful collaborations and accelerated growth with rigorous support on larger scale.
Our impact assessments studies identify how operations, policies, products, and programs affect communities and societies. We assess needs, gather baseline data, measure program and policy effects, weigh costs against societal benefits, map stakeholder needs, and gauge awareness. Our social monitoring solutions track certain indicators in real-time and our insightful reporting communicates value creation.
Our social impact studies cover diversity and inclusion, capacity-building, corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, customized social metrics and indices, development programs, human rights impact evaluation, needs assessments, program design and optimization consultancy, social due diligence, Social Return on Investment (SROI), stakeholder identification and engagement programs, sustainability reporting, and more.
Our trade and business facilitation services enable organizations to capitalize on cross-border opportunities. We provide market analysis, partnership brokering, supply chain optimization, compliance intelligence, cultural adaptation, and ongoing support.
Specifically, our offerings include identification of trade partners, import and export opportunity assessments, evaluation of foreign direct investment scenarios, analysis of tax and legal obligations, localization support, due diligence to confirm capabilities and reputations, and cultural alignment to negotiate terms and manage partnerships. We bridge geographic and cultural divides to help organizations access new markets and maximize global business potential. We also analyze socioeconomic trends, demographics, tech disruptions, demographics, and other developments influencing business and trade.