September 2026

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Beyond the Buzz: A Surprising Way to Love Synthetic Data

The market research industry keeps evolving through technology. Advances in respondent verification and panel quality have strengthened our ability to gather authentic insights. Meanwhile, synthetic research has emerged as an intriguing new option, and understanding the types of synthetic data is the first step to using it well. But in an industry built on understanding

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Couple reviewing bills at the kitchen table, illustrating why household income in market research needs context

HHI Is Out: The Surprising, Proven Way to Profile Consumers

“The most dangerous phrase in our language is ‘we’ve always done it this way.’” Rear Admiral Grace Hopper’s warning applies perfectly to how we measure household income in market research. Household income (HHI) is used almost everywhere in consumer segmentation research, as well as screening and profiling. In fact, can you remember an online survey

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Respondent Engagement in a Hyper-Mobile World: Proven Tips

As the French saying goes, “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” That’s especially true of respondent engagement. Technology has transformed every part of the research process. The customer insights business can feel like a different game than it was 20 years ago. But some guiding principles still apply, including the central

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Fearless Pivots: The Proven Way to Stay Ahead of Disruption

Remember attending a wedding over Zoom from your couch? Did you wear a dress, a suit, or maybe your pajamas? Chances are, you didn’t buy formal wear for the occasion. It’s a perfect example of why continuous market research matters. The pandemic shifted shopping habits almost overnight, and companies had to adjust. Some spotted the

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Inspiring Women in Research Speak Out: The Proven Path Forward

For International Women’s Day 2022, we lifted up the voices of the women on our team. Specifically, we asked several team members to share their experiences and thoughts on inclusion and equality. Their insights on being women in market research help #BreakTheBias. They describe real experiences, and they advocate for change. Here’s what these women

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