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This edition features Sheryl Brie, Senior Vice President at Behaviorally, where she leads research on consumer decision-making.
From faux-gras to faux-mage…how plant-based brands are putting a twist on French food traditions
8 min readFrance’s food culture is steeped in tradition; it’s a food culture where change is slow, and beloved rituals, ingredients, and flavours are kept pristinely conserved over the ages.
The Economic Awakening of Latin America
4 min readSteering through Latin America's economic journey in the global insights industry.
Companies that apply behavioural science principles outperform peers by 85% in sales growth. This article describes three common models for integrating behavioural scientists into organisations, and their pros and cons.
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.
This edition highlights Litthya Baez, US Portfolio Lead for Consumer Insights at Haleon, who drives growth for health and wellness brands with over 20 years of experience in marketing and analytics.
The US research software sector has been flourishing over the years. But do you wonder which segments within this sector are pulling the heavy load? Read on to find out!
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.
This edition features Sarah Ashley. Sarah delivers insights on markets and consumers for Google's EMEA operations, with a focus on Google Ads. Previously she served in research, brand and insight roles for Truth Consulting, Kantar and Landar Associates.
Exploring the Roadblocks to Reliable Insights and Actionable Data
What I Know Now... Kristin Luck
14 min readEach month, We Live Context’s Rhiannon Price asks some familiar faces in the MRX world what they have learned about themselves and the industry on their journey so far.
The fastest-growing insights globally. What are the growth drivers of the Asia Pacific region?
As 2024 ends, experts from WIN highlight challenges like integrating AI and supporting employee well-being, emphasizing lessons learned for the future.
Digital data analytics dominates the research software sector in Europe, but what about the other segments?
With NHS waiting lists near record highs, there is a strong case for encouraging preventive behaviours like improved diet and exercise. However, there are three psychological reasons why engaging the public in such behaviours is extremely challenging.
A $34 Billion Insights Industry. How Europe Stands Resilient Against Inflationary Pressures?
This edition features Richard Colwell, CEO of Red C Research & Marketing, which supports blue-chip brands with insights. He is also ESOMAR’s Country Representative for Ireland and Executive Vice President of the Worldwide Independent Network (WIN).
2025 Trends
8 min readMarket and opinion research provides a snapshot of current conditions. In today's VUCA world—volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous—decision-makers need data that informs both the present and the future.
Knowing your customers is key to growth. Interview a few to create personas that reflect their needs. Use these to refine strategies and products.
THE US PRE-ELECTION POLLS
8 min readHere we go again. Commentary on the 2024 pro-election polls reveals some truths about American politics and polls, but also exposes the ups and downs of poll misunderstandings – as well as some very real issues with American elections.