market research organized use of sample surveys, polls , focus groups, and other techniques to study market characteristics (e.g., ages and incomes of consumers; consumer attitudes) and improve the efficiency of sales and distribution. Development of new products, opening of new markets, measurement of advertising effectiveness, and knowledge of business competitors are among its basic aims. Developed in the United States in the early 20th cent., the field expanded rapidly after World War II, spreading to Europe and Japan.
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ABI Research: Demand for Collaboration Driving $330 Million Digital Asset Management Markets
Wireless News; 5/12/2008; 351 words;
ABI Research: Demand for Collaboration ... Digital Asset Management Markets WIRELESS NEWS-May 12, 2008-ABI Research: Demand for Collaboration ... Digital Asset Management Markets (C)2008 10Meters - http://www.10meters.com The global market for Digital Asset Management ... in 2007, according ...
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Research and Markets Adds Report: Mobile and Wireless in the US: Opportunities and Profits 2008-2012
Wireless News; 5/12/2008; 411 words;
Research and Markets Adds Report: Mobile and Wireless ... Profits 2008-2012 WIRELESS NEWS-May 12, 2008-Research and Markets Adds Report: Mobile and Wireless ... http://www.10meters.com Research and Markets has announced the addition ... its offerings. In a release, Research and ...
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Research and Markets Adds Report: Vendor Perception in Large Enterprises H2 2007
Wireless News; 5/12/2008; 232 words;
Research and Markets Adds Report: Vendor Perception ... Enterprises H2 2007 WIRELESS NEWS-May 12, 2008-Research and Markets Adds Report: Vendor Perception ... 10Meters - http://www.10meters.com Research and Markets has announced the addition of ... its offerings. In a release, ...
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Recent research by the USA Rice Federation found a growing demand for whole grain brown rice as a healthy menu option.(market basket: A showcase of new products, ideas and manufacturer news)
Food Management; 5/1/2008; Rowe, Megan; 53 words;
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Recent research by the USA Rice Federation found a growing demand for whole grain brown rice ... colleges and universities; business and industry; and healthcare. For recipes and news on rice, visit www.menurice.com. Circle 103
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Growth forecasts curbed: continuing market research hedges on earlier forecasts for short-term growth in the casting industry.
Modern Casting; 4/1/2008; Kirgin, K.; 1376 words;
... casting sales soften in some specific market sectors. However, sales of cars and light ... while power generation offers a growth market for diesel engines after the major drop ... sales in specific sectors, as the European market continues to be healthy. Stratecasts Inc ...
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Research and Markets: Asia-Pacific Mobile Market to Boast 42% of World Connections by 2010
Wireless News; 3/8/2007; 11 words;
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Research and Markets: Worldwide Shipments of DTV and MP3 Drive Market, Blue Laser Devices Are Expected to 3 Billion In 2010
Wireless News; 3/8/2007; 11 words;
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Synergy Research: Enterprise WLAN Market Is Looking Brighter
Wireless News; 5/21/2004; 11 words;
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Synthon Chiragenics Corp.. (Markets: Life sciences).(research agreement with Brigham and Women's Hospital)(Brief Article)
Chemical Market Reporter; 11/19/2001; 24 words;
SYNTHON Chiragenics Corp. has signed an agreement with Harvard University-affiliated The Brigham and Women's Hospital, to research antibacterial candidates.
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Research and Markets Adds Report: Cingular's Enterprise Mobility Strategy
Wireless News; 3/8/2007; 11 words;
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Research and Markets Report: China Sourcing Report: Battery Packs 2007
Wireless News; 12/30/2007; 11 words;
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Research and Markets Expands Report Offerings with 'Fixed-Mobile Convergence In Asia-Pacific: Hope or Hype?'
Wireless News; 3/8/2007; 11 words;
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Automotive Industry Association. (Associations).(Daniel Kaplan named senior director of market research)(Brief Article)
Rubber World; 8/1/2002; 14 words;
The Automotive Industry Association appointed Daniel Kaplan senior director of market research.
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Many hundreds of fluorinated pharmaceutical compounds.(market research)(Brief Article)
Chemistry and Industry; 12/20/2004; 16 words;
* Many hundreds of fluorinated pharmaceutical compounds are currently in development and on the market
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Market Regulation Services Halt Notice: NUVO RESEARCH INC.
CCNMatthews Newswire; 5/31/2006; 35 words;
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - May 31, 2006) - Regulatory halts have been imposed for the following issues today: Company____________NUVO RESEARCH __________________ INC TSX__Symbol________NRI Reason____________ pending news
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