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.

   
  • Vending Machine Operators

    Vending Machine Operators Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry sell soft drinks, candy, snacks, and other products through vending machines that they service. Major US companies include American Food and Vending, AVI Food Systems, and divisions of ARAMARK and Coca ... Read More

  • Specialty Contractors

    Specialty Contractors Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry contract to perform construction work in a wide variety of trades, including site preparation, concrete, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and painting. Major companies include APi Group, Comfort Systems USA, EM ... Read More

  • Bus Transportation Services

    Bus Transportation Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry transport passengers by bus. Major companies include First Student, Greyhound, and Transdev (all are US-based divisions of FirstGroup); as well as Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport (India); Comfort ... Read More

  • Electrical Products Manufacturing

    Electrical Products Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture electrical equipment, appliances, and electrical components. Major companies include Energizer Holdings, GE, Hubbell, Rockwell Automation, and Whirlpool (all based in US), as well a ... Read More

  • China & Earthenware Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing

    China & Earthenware Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture earthenware plumbing fixtures, tableware, and other ceramic products. Major companies include CoorsTek and Kohler (US), Duravit and Villeroy & Boch (Germany), a ... Read More

  • Electrical Products Wholesalers

    Electrical Products Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute electrical products used in applications such as construction and power generation, transmission, and distribution. Major US-based companies include Anixter, Graybar Electric, and WESC ... Read More

  • Electrical Contractors

    Electrical Contractors Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry install and maintain electrical wiring and equipment. Major companies include Bergelectric, EMCOR, IES Holdings, MYR Group and Rosendin Electric (all based in the US). COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Most electrica ... Read More

  • Fitness Equipment Manufacturing

    Fitness Equipment Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture exercise equipment such as treadmills, exercise bicycles, resistance machinery, and weights and weightlifting equipment. Major companies include: Cybex International and Life Fitness, ... Read More

  • Pet & Pet Supplies Stores

    Pet & Pet Supplies Stores Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate physical retail establishments that sell pets, pet foods, and pet supplies. Major companies include Petco, Petland, and PetSmart (all based in the US); along with Global Pet Foods and Pet Valu ... Read More

  • Parking Lots & Garages

    Parking Lots & Garages Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide parking space for motor vehicles. Major companies include ABM, Ace Parking, Diamond Parking, Lanier Parking, SP Plus, and TPS Parking (all based in the US), along with Impark (Canada), Indigo (Fra ... Read More

  • Professional Employer Organizations

    Professional Employer Organizations Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide outsourced human resources (HR) management services to client businesses. Major companies include Automatic Data Processing (ADP), Insperity, and Paychex, all of which are based in th ... Read More

  • Publishing

    Publishing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry publish newspapers, magazines and other periodicals, books, directories, and mailing lists, as well as items such as calendars, greeting cards, and maps. Major companies include Advance Publications, Hallmark, Hearst ... Read More

  • Veterinary Services

    Veterinary Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry employ licensed veterinary practitioners and provide medical, dental, and health care services for animals. Major companies include Banfield Pet Hospital, National Veterinary Associates, and VCA Animal Hospi ... Read More

  • Petroleum & Coal Products Manufacturing

    Petroleum & Coal Products Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry refine crude oil and coal into fuel, asphalt products, lubricating oils, and other products. Major companies include US-based Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Marathon, and Phillips 66, as well as C ... Read More

  • Property/Casualty Insurance Carriers

    Property/Casualty Insurance Carriers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry underwrite insurance policies such as homeowners and automotive insurance to protect consumers and businesses against loss and liability. Major companies include Nationwide Mutual, State Far ... Read More

  • Boat Building

    Boat Building Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture boats intended primarily for consumers' personal use, including inboard and outboard motor boats, sailboats, rowboats, yachts, and rubber and plastic inflatable boats. Major US companies include Br ... Read More

  • Computer & Office Equipment Wholesalers

    Computer & Office Equipment Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute computers, computer equipment, and packaged computer software, as well as office machines and equipment. Major US-based companies include Ingram Micro, ScanSource, Tech Data, a ... Read More

  • Crop Production

    Crop Production Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry grow crops mainly for food and fiber. Major companies include Chiquita Brands International, Dole Food Company, Fresh Del Monte Produce, and Sunkist Growers (all based in the US); along with AMAGGI (Brazil) and ... Read More

  • Steel Production

    Steel Production Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry engage in converting pig iron to steel, making steel, and manufacturing steel shapes, pipes, and tubes. Major companies include Nucor and US Steel (both from the US), as well as ArcelorMittal (Luxembourg); Chin ... Read More

  • Cosmetics, Beauty Supply & Perfume Stores

    Cosmetics, Beauty Supply & Perfume Stores Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate physical retail establishments that primarily sell cosmetics, beauty supplies and toiletries, and perfume. Major companies include Bath & Body Works, Sally Beauty, and Ulta ... Read More

  • Crude Petroleum Pipelines

    Crude Petroleum Pipelines Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry transport crude oil via pipelines. Major US companies include Energy Transfer Partners, Genesis Energy, and Plains All American Pipeline (based in the US); as well as China National Petroleum Corporati ... Read More

  • Internet Auctions

    Internet Auctions Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate auction websites for consumer-to-consumer or business-to-consumer trade of new and used goods. Major US companies include eBay, which dominates the industry, and eBid; major companies based outside the ... Read More

  • Motor & Generator Manufacturing

    Motor & Generator Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture electric motors, power generators, and motor generator sets. Major US companies include AMETEK, Franklin Electric, and Regal Rexnord, as well as divisions of Emerson Electric and GE M ... Read More

  • Religious Organizations

    Religious Organizations Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Religious organizations operate churches, temples, monasteries, mosques, and similar places of worship. The largest groups include Christians, Muslims, and Hindus; major types of Christian churches include Anglican, Catholic, Prot ... Read More

  • Snack Foods Manufacturing

    Snack Foods Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry make snack foods such as nuts, chips, and popcorn, as well as peanut butter. Major companies include Clif Bar & Company, Frito-Lay, Mondelez International, Utz Brands, Wonderful Pistachios & Al ... Read More

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