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U.S. Market for Babycare Supplies Forecast to Increase More Than $1 Billion by 2015
Market drivers such as green or natural/organic products, and higher birth rates among ethnic minorities, are examined against the background of the troubled U.S. economy. Sales figures -- both historical and forecasted -- are covered, too, as are IRI brand share data, and Experian Simmons demographic data. - July 02, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Talent Management for Finance Professionals Gains Traction, But There is Further Work to do, ACCA Survey Reveals
‘Talent Management in 2010 ‘report shows talent development programmes were hit hard in downturn. - July 02, 2010 - ACCA
Global Private Equity Fundraising at Lowest Level Since 2003 - $41.3bn Raised in Q2 2010
The $41.3bn collected by the global private equity industry from 82 final fund closes in Q2 2010 is the lowest total since 2003, and is a reflection of the continuing harsh fundraising conditions for managers seeking capital. It it is clear that the recovery in the fundraising market anticipated by many in the industry, including Preqin, has yet to occur. However, a number of factors indicate that conditions are set to improve towards the end of this year and into 2011. - July 01, 2010 - Preqin ltd
Cruise.co.uk Reveals Which Cruise Line is Regarded the Primark of the Seas
The results have finally been revealed by Cruise.co.uk of what customers really think of their favourite cruise lines. Certain cruise lines were given the shock of their lives as they got an insight into customer awareness. - June 30, 2010 - cruise.co.uk Ltd
Gender Differences in Math Intelligence: Is It a Gift or a Matter of Personality?
PsychTests AIM Inc. reveals interesting gender results from their intelligence test and ponders the potential relationship between personality and IQ. PsychTests’ IQ Test can be found at http://testyourself.psychtests.com/testid/2148. - June 30, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
ITO America Reveals New Content Including “How the Cloud Will Help Global Organizations Take Advantage of the Economic Recovery”
ITO America is pleased to share the latest IT resources from Savvis, the global leader in IT infrastructure. Savvis whitepapers, case studies, and reports, hosted on www.itoamerica.com, cover the latest technology developments within cloud computing and IT infrastructure. Topics include application... - June 30, 2010 - CDM Media
Eucalyptus Log Prices in Brazil Have Gone Up 25% the Past Year, Almost Reaching the Global Average Hardwood Fiber Price Index in the 1Q/2010, Reports the WRQ
The supply and demand for Eucalyptus logs in Brazil has been in balance the past year, which has resulted in stable log prices in the local currency, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. As a result of the strengthening Real, log costs have gone up in US dollar terms and were 25 percent higher in the 1Q/10 than in early 2009. - June 29, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Peanut Labs Launches Two New Global Online Panels for the Market Research Industry
Social Media Italy and Social Media Spain to Bolster the Company’s International Sample Offering - June 26, 2010 - Peanut Labs
New Research Explains Why Some UK Companies Try to Stay Away from the Outsourced Development
IT Sourcing Europe highlights the major software development trends and challenges facing the UK non-outsourcing companies in 2010. - June 26, 2010 - IT Sourcing Europe
Six Million Small Businesses Impacted by Small Business Wellness Case Study
By implementing a wellness program for its 22 employees, one small business reveals how a small company can improve the bottom line by improving employee health. The recently published Small Business Wellness Case Study from WellSteps demonstrates that an effective employee wellness program is within reach of companies of any size. - June 25, 2010 - WellSteps
New Research Highlights Current Trends and Challenges Among the U Kk Outsourcing Companies
IT Sourcing Europe highlights the major trends and challenges facing the UK IT outsourcing companies in 2010. - June 25, 2010 - IT Sourcing Europe
Hybrid Mobile Terrestrial-Satellite System Now Available at ReportsandReports
The second part identifies the enabling technologies, and the strategic considerations that are significant to meet the growing demand for capacity and coverage, in a broadband mobile Internet. A terminology section describes the acronyms used in this document. - June 24, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Retail Industry Market Research Report June Update by ReportsandReports
ReportsandReports announce it Will Carry Retail Industry Market research Report June update in its store. Colombia Retail Report Q3 2010 The Q310 BMI Colombia Retail Report forecasts that the country’s retail sales will grow from an estimated COP177.92bn (US$90.46bn) in 2010 to COP224.93bn... - June 24, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Vietnam Sourcing Report: Bags Gives Volume Global Buyers More Sourcing Opportunities from Quality Vietnam Suppliers
Makers use natural and manmade materials for traditional influences and modern styles of fashion and travel bags, and business and special-purpose handbags. - June 24, 2010 - Global Sources
Only 3% of Companies Are Customer-Centric Organizations
Temkin Group Publishes New Report, "The Current State Of Customer Experience," with Results from Survey of 140 Large North American Companies. - June 23, 2010 - Temkin Group
Japan Power Market Outlook to 2020 Now Available at ReportsandReports
This report gives detailed information on the Japan power market and provides historical and forecast numbers for generation, capacity and consumption up to 2020. The research analyzes upcoming power projects, key import and export trends, regulatory frameworks and infrastructure for the market. - June 23, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Seminars Offer Improved Research Practices for Multicultural Populations
Despite the significant demographic transformation taking place in the U.S., the research industry continues to use outdated practices that undermine the quality of studies that include multicultural populations. Rincon & Associates, experts in multicultural research, will offer a series of seminars designed to update research professionals and students on more acceptable practices in multicultural studies. - June 22, 2010 - Rincon & Associates
According to a New yStats.com Report 67% of All Repeat Buyers Are Multi-Channel Shoppers
The significance of multi-channel marketing is growing: More and more customers undertake online research, either at home or on the go, before purchasing a product in a store. This trend is highlighted in the latest “Global Multi-Channel Trends 2010” report published by Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com: - June 22, 2010 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
Ukraine Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015 Now Available at ReportsandReports
GlobalData's "Ukraine Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015" gives an in-depth analysis of the Ukraine solar PV power market and provides forecasts up to 2015. The research analyzes the growth and evolution of the Ukraine solar PV power market up to 2009 and gives historical and forecast statistics for the period 2001-2015. - June 20, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Google’s First Investment in the Utility-Scale Project Now Available at ReportsandReports
The need to achieve environmental sustainability and reduce carbon footprint is driving major power consuming companies towards alternate sources of energy. Google, one of the major Internet search engines, consumes a large amount of power for its day to day operations - June 20, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Changing Trends in Corporate America - Findings from Jackson Lewis’ 2010 Workplace Survey Reveal Major Concerns
Jackson Lewis, one of the largest and fastest-growing workplace law firms in the United States, has released the 2010 findings from the Firm’s Workplace Survey. Employers point to union organizing, health care costs and fee structures as major areas of concern in the foreseeable future. The... - June 19, 2010 - Jackson Lewis LLP
New Products Could Add Over $70 Billion to the Pharmaceutical Market in Five Years
While this report looks at the entire Phama R&D pipeline to 2015, a key focus is the increasing role of biopharmaceutical products. The growing interest in biotechnology development has transitioned the pharmaceutical industry to biopharmaceuticals in less than a decade. - June 19, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
The Booth Company Makes Leap to Social Media
Beginning this week, TBC is launching its revamped social media efforts to include an industry-focused blog and Twitter account, a Facebook account, and an active LinkedIn community. The blog and Twitter account will be used to publish original content on 360 surveys and leadership development as... - June 16, 2010 - The Booth Company
Natural Gas Buying Guide Identifies Critical Buying Timeframes and Opportunities
Strategic Natural Gas Buying Guide, the most recent analysis from Energy Solutions, Inc., shows natural gas buyers how to deal with and make buying decisions in both today’s and tomorrow’s natural gas marketplace. - June 15, 2010 - Energy Solutions, Inc.
MarketResearch.com Report Projects That the Hispanic Food and Beverage Market will Top $9.5 Billion by 2014
With Hispanic foods and beverages achieving such prominence, it’s no wonder that sales were close to $7 billion in 2009. This represented an increase of 28.7% from $5.4 billion in 2005. - June 15, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
CED Releases Results of 2010 Online Survey
CED, formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced the results of its 2010 online member survey, conducted by the organization in February and... - June 10, 2010 - CED
New Appia White Paper Explores the Dos and Don’ts of Hosted VoIP
The benefits of a hosted VoIP phone solution can be compelling, but companies and organizations of all sizes should pay close attention to at least five crucial dos and don’ts. - June 10, 2010 - Appia Communications
SK&A Announces Physician Move-Rate Trends
Three-Year Average Shows 15.2 Percent of Specialists Move Each Year - June 10, 2010 - SK&A, A Cegedim Company
China Silicon Carbide Industry Report, 2009-2010 Now Available at ReportsandReports
China is the leading producer and consumer of silicon carbide, and its output of silicon carbide in 2009 reached 535 kilotons or so, occupying 56.3% of the global total and ranking the first worldwide. Chinese silicon carbide industry characterizes large output but lack of competitiveness. - June 10, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Global Sawlog Prices Up 17% the Past 12 Months with the Biggest Gains Seen in Northern Europe and Oceania, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
In the 1Q/2010, the Global Sawlog Price Index (GSPI) reached US$76.77/m3, the highest level in over a year, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Much of the increase has been the result of a weaker US dollar, but sawlog costs have also gone up in local currencies in many markets, including Finland, Sweden, Germany, Latvia, Russia and New Zealand. - June 09, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Nearly One in Three Americans Finds Political Advertising ‘Totally Unbelievable’
Survey results indicate low believability in advertisements relating to politics, financial services, and energy companies. - June 09, 2010 - Accelerant Research
CarChat24.com Announces the Launch of their 2nd Two Month Dealer Chat Case Study
CarChat24.com is the premier US based provider of 24/7 fully staffed professional automotive live chat services. The Florida Company is welcoming Automotive Dealers from the US and Canada to try the company’s highly beneficial dealer chat support service with a 30 day free trial. This service... - June 09, 2010 - ChatLead.com, Inc.
LASIR Launches a New Conjoint Analysis Package
Today, Lasir one of the leading research resource sites on the Internet, announced the launch of a Conjoint Analysis Package, designed to provide marketing researchers with access to powerful, full feature and economical conjoint analysis. - June 05, 2010 - Lasir
Trends in Fibre Innovation Research - Management Briefing Now Available at ReportsandReports
With so much competition in design and price within the apparel and textile sector, manufacturers are always looking for an edge. One way in which they can steal a march on competitors is with fibre innovation. - June 04, 2010 - ReportsandReports
The Future of Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Market Forecasts and Growth Trends to 2020 - Packaging Applications Driving Demand Globally Report on ReportsandReports
The research presents detailed analysis and forecasts of the major economic and market trends affecting the LDPE markets in the major regions of the world. The report contains demand, production analysis and forecasts, drivers and restraints, end use analysis and forecasts. - June 04, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
India Sourcing Report: Ceramics Offers Quality-Conscious Global Buyers New Selection of Ceramic Décor and Dinnerware
Makers blend intricate, traditional motifs with modern styles to release new lines of craft, tableware and pottery. - June 04, 2010 - Global Sources
Advertising Media Prices Will Increase in 2011, Says Publisher & CEO
Higher media costs are likely this fall and in 2011 due to congressional elections and higher ad budgets. - June 03, 2010 - 2020:Marketing Communications LLC
Biomass Energy Market in China Now Available at ReportsandReports
At present, technology bottlenecks and insufficient grain feedstock supply are two major obstacles for development of biomass energy products, including liquid biofuel, biopower generation, solid biofuel and biomass gas. - June 03, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Production and Market of Gum Rosin in China Now Available at ReportsandReports
China has abundant pine resources, which guarantees sufficient oleoresin for gum rosin production. However, in the past two years, infestation, eucalyptus planting and bad weather such as drought, heavy rain, snow, etc. have given greatly negative influence on oleoresin tapping in major pine growing areas, especially in Guangxi, Guangdong, Yunnan, Jiangxi and Hubei. - June 03, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Monoisopropylamine (MIPA) Survey in China Now Available at ReportsandReports
Now the ban on glyphosate 10%SL in China along with steady demand of glyphosate IPA salts in the world bring new business opportunities for MIPA market, since glyphosate 41%IPA is the best substitute of glyphosate 10%SL. - June 03, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Nicosulfuron Survey in China Now Available at ReportsandReports
China’s plant growth regulator industry has seen remarkable progress in recent years, showing show attractive market potential in the future. Total output and output value of plant growth regulators reached 29,962 tonnes and USD256 million respectively in 2009. - June 03, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Senior Citizens Still Treated by Younger Generation as Rich Source of Wisdom - Survey
66.3% young respondents said that they appreciate wisdom of old age and respect older persons. - June 03, 2010 - Agewell Foundation
Future of Plant Growth Regulators in China 2010-2014 Now Available at ReportsandReports
China’s plant growth regulator industry has seen remarkable progress in recent years, showing show attractive market potential in the future. Total output and output value of plant growth regulators reached 29,962 tonnes and USD256 million respectively in 2009. - June 02, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Key European IT Outsourcing Trends and Challenges of 2010 Highlighted
IT Sourcing Europe, a UK-based research and consultancy company, highlights the key trends and challenges anticipated in the European IT Outsourcing (ITO) industry in 2010. - June 02, 2010 - IT Sourcing Europe
Global Top 10 Emerging Oil Storage Markets - Market Analysis, Capacity Forecasts and Competitive Landscape to 2015 Now Available at ReportsandReports
“Global Top 10 Emerging Oil Storage Markets: Market Analysis, Capacity Forecasts and Competitive Landscape to 2015,” is an addition to the oil and gas report offering from GlobalData. The energy report offers extensive information on the top 10 emerging oil storage markets in the world. - June 01, 2010 - ReportsandReports
DynamicsWorld Names Shane Hall of Reporting-Central, One of “Microsoft Dynamics Top 100 Most Influential People”
Reporting-Central, developer of “The Closer” for Dynamics GP, is pleased to announce that Shane Hall has been recognized as one of the “Microsoft Dynamics Top 100 Most Influential People” by DynamicsWorld.co.uk. Shane is the creator of the popular add-on solution for... - May 29, 2010 - Reporting-Central
Biomass Now Generates 32% of All Energy in Sweden, Causing Increased Competition for Pulpwood, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
Biomass has now surpassed oil to become the number one source for energy generation in Sweden. The increased competition for logs and wood chips between the pulp industry and energy sector has pushed wood fiber prices to new highs, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - May 27, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Application Stores: Game Plan for Network Operators Report Now Available on ReportsandReports
There is a great application rush and every player in the telecom value chain has built stakes in this fast growing market including handset OEMs, device OS, independent players, network OEMs and service providers. - May 27, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
Google, McKinsey & Company and Goldman Sachs Take the Top 3 Spots Among MBA Students in the United States
Based on more than 21,561 employer evaluations, reflecting the opinions of approximately 5,732 MBA students, Universum – Americas, presents the 2010 US MBA Top IDEALTM Employers. - May 26, 2010 - Universum Group
South Korea Commercial Banking Report Q2 2010 Now Available at ReportsandReports
The evaluation of the Limits of Potential Returns includes market elements that are specific to the banking industry of the country in question and elements that relate to that country in general. Within the 70% of the CBBER that takes into account the Limits of Potential Returns, the market elements have a 60% weighting and the country elements have a 40% weighting. - May 26, 2010 - ReportsandReports