First Research, Inc.

First Research, a subsidiary of D&B (Dun & Bradstreet), stands as the foremost provider of cutting-edge Industry Intelligence Tools, effectively empowering sales and marketing teams to achieve greater speed and precision, thereby unlocking opportunities and sealing deals with heightened efficiency. In essence, First Research takes on the role of information analysis, meticulously sifting through a plethora of sources to craft insightful and easily digestible Industry Intelligence. This resource can be swiftly assimilated, enabling a profound understanding of prospects' or clients' business challenges.

Foremost among First Research's clientele are industry leaders in sectors including banking, accounting, insurance, technology, telecommunications, business process outsourcing, and professional services. Notable customers encompass prominent entities such as ADP, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Sprint.

The effectiveness of First Research's offerings is evidenced by its widespread adoption, boasting a user base of over 60,000 sales professionals. The benefits of First Research's tools extend to any organization that engages with prospects spanning diverse industries.

In the intricate realm of business, First Research's Industry Intelligence Tools emerge as a strategic catalyst, facilitating quicker comprehension of market nuances, sharper decision-making, and expedited collaboration between sales and marketing teams. By fostering these outcomes, First Research enhances the competitive edge of enterprises across varied sectors.
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616 Reports from First Research, Inc.

   
  • Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits Wholesalers

    Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute beer, ale, wine, and distilled spirits on a wholesale basis. Major companies include Breakthru Beverage Group, Johnson Brothers, Reyes Holdings, RNDC, and Southern Glazer ... Read More

  • Candy Manufacturing

    Candy Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: The candy manufacturing industry includes three major segments: companies that make chocolate from beans, companies that use purchased chocolate to make candies, and companies that make nonchocolate candy. Major companies include Hers ... Read More

  • Content & Document Management Software

    Content & Document Management Software Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry develop content and document management software. Major companies include IBM and Microsoft (based in the US), along with Fabasoft (Austria), M-Files (Finland), Newgen Software (India), Ob ... Read More

  • Fresh Produce Wholesalers

    Fresh Produce Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, and herbs. Major companies include Caito Foods, Coast Citrus Distributors, FreshPoint, and Tom Lange Company (all based in the US), as well as Fresh Produce ... Read More

  • Linen & Uniform Supply Services

    Linen & Uniform Supply Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in the industry provide industrial laundry and linen supply services. Major companies include ARAMARK, Cintas, and UniFirst (all based in the US), along with Elis (France) and Watakyu Linen (Japan). COMPETITIVE L ... Read More

  • Office Supply & Paper Wholesalers

    Office Supply & Paper Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute paper products and other office supplies. Major companies include Staples subsidiary Essendant, SP Richards (a subsidiary of Genuine Parts), and the distribution arms of retailers Of ... Read More

  • Machinery Manufacturing

    Machinery Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture various kinds of machinery used in agriculture, mining, construction, or manufacturing. Major companies include Applied Materials, Caterpillar, divisions of General Electric, Halliburton, Joh ... Read More

  • Retail Sector

    Retail Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this sector sell a wide range of products to consumers and businesses, from food and apparel to hardware, household goods, and office supplies. Major companies include Costco, Kroger, and Walmart (all based in the US); as well ... Read More

  • Transportation Services Sector

    Transportation Services Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry are primarily engaged in providing transportation services, including air transportation of passengers and freight; support activities to transportation; mail services under a universal service ob ... Read More

  • Automotive Repair & Maintenance Services

    Automotive Repair & Maintenance Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide repair and maintenance services for passenger cars and light trucks. Major US companies include Firestone Complete Auto Care (a unit of Bridgestone), Jiffy Lube, Meineke, Midas I ... Read More

  • Charter & Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation Services

    Charter & Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide on-demand, nonscheduled domestic and international transportation of passengers and cargo. Major companies include US-based Air Transport Services, Atlas Air Worl ... Read More

  • Financial Planners & Investment Advisers

    Financial Planners & Investment Advisers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide customized investment advice and financial planning services. Major companies include US-based Ameriprise Financial and AXA, and units of diversified financial services companies ... Read More

  • Grain Milling

    Grain Milling Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry mill flour and rice, produce malt from grains (primarily barley), and mix prepared flour mixes and dough. Major companies include Archer Daniels Midland, Cargill, ConAgra, General Mills, and Riceland Foods (all ba ... Read More

  • Legal Services

    Legal Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Firms in this industry provide the services of lawyers and other legal practitioners to individuals, businesses, government agencies, and nonprofits. Major firms include Baker McKenzie; Kirkland & Ellis; Latham & Watkins; and Skadd ... Read More

  • Motion Picture Production & Distribution

    Motion Picture Production & Distribution Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry produce and distribute motion pictures, videos, television programs, or commercials. Major companies include Fox Corporation, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Pictures, Walt ... Read More

  • Photographic & Optical Equipment/Supplies Manufacturing

    Photographic & Optical Equipment/Supplies Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture photographic and optical equipment and supplies, such as cameras, photocopiers, projectors, and film editing equipment, as well as lenses used in scientific in ... Read More

  • Solid Waste Services & Recycling

    Solid Waste Services & Recycling Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate materials recovery facilities (MRFs) that separate and sort recyclables from waste streams or separate commingled recyclable materials. Major companies include the MRF divisions of verti ... Read More

  • Professional Services Sector

    Professional Services Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide specialized professional, scientific, and technical activities for others. Major firms include AECOM, Bechtel, DXC, IBM, IQVIA, Jacobs, Latham & Watkins, McKinsey & Company, and Omni ... Read More

  • Recreational Vehicle Dealers

    Recreational Vehicle Dealers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry sell new motor homes, new travel trailers, and used recreational vehicles. Major companies include Camping World, General RV Center, Giant Inland Empire RV, La Mesa RV Center, and Lazy Days' RV. ... Read More

  • Telecommunications Resellers

    Telecommunications Resellers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry purchase network access and capacity from telecommunications carriers and resell wired and wireless telecommunications services to businesses and households. Most major carriers provide network acce ... Read More

  • Auto Lending

    Auto Lending Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide sales financing for automotive purchases and leases. Major companies include Ally Financial, Ford Motor Credit, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo (all based in the US), as well as Banco Santander (Spain), Dai ... Read More

  • Bed & Breakfast Inns

    Bed & Breakfast Inns Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide short-term lodging in private homes or small buildings converted to hotels; full breakfast is included in the room rate. No major companies operate in the industry. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Demand is d ... Read More

  • Casual Restaurants

    Casual Restaurants Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide food services in casual atmospheres to seated patrons who are served by wait staff and pay after eating. Major companies include Brinker International, Darden Restaurants, Dine Brands Global, and Outb ... Read More

  • Cookie & Cracker Manufacturing

    Cookie & Cracker Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry make cookies, crackers, ice cream cones, and similar bakery products. Major companies include Campbell Soup Company, Kellogg's and Mondelez International (all based in the US); other leading f ... Read More

  • Tire Manufacturing

    Tire Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture tires and inner tubes for a variety of vehicles. Major companies include Cooper and Goodyear (US), Michelin (France), Bridgestone Corporation and Sumitomo Rubber Industries (Japan), Continental AG ... Read More

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