Types of Monitoring: Technological Trends, Competition, Consumers, Market Trends, Weak Signals

31

Oct

Explore the Five Most Common Types of Monitoring

Many business leaders make the mistake of seeing markets as fixed scenarios. They only notice change when it hits their doorstep, disrupting the organization. That’s why forward-thinking companies invest in trend monitoring. Explore the five most common types of monitoring using market and competitive intelligence.

30

Apr

How To Determine Which Information Is Relevant for the Company?

One of the exercises we do before any project here at Link is to understand the information needs of each client. Conceptually, it seems like something simple to define, especially if there’s a clear problem to solve using Market and Competitive Intelligence (M&CI), such as launching a product or entering a new market.

How to Succeed in a Saturated Market

20

Mar

How to Succeed in a Saturated Market

We have frequently worked with clients operating in commoditized or nearly saturated markets. Typically, in saturated segments, customers readily change suppliers and look for the lowest prices. Consistently, a competitor will begin a price war, compressing margins for all market players. Businesses facing this situation must reinvent themselves and pursue differentiation. Market and Competitive Intelligence (M&CI) provides several alternatives that can help shift the balance in your favor.

OXXO vazio em San Miguel de Allende, México

13

Dec

Not Knowing the Local Culture Is a Recipe for Trouble

The Brazilian food retail sector has already made major global players reconsider their investments. Part of the problem is often the insufficient understanding of local culture and habits. Competitive and Market Intelligence helps to address this issue.