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.

   
  • Structural Steel & Precast Concrete Contractors

    Structural Steel & Precast Concrete Contractors Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry erect and assemble structural steel and precast concrete components; they may also assemble and install steel reinforcing bar (rebar) and steel rods, mesh, and cages for the reinf ... Read More

  • Telecommunications Equipment Manufacturing

    Telecommunications Equipment Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry make equipment used in telephone, data, radio and TV broadcast, and wireless communications networks. Major companies include Apple, Cisco, and Qualcomm (all based in the US), as well ... 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

  • Collection Agencies

    Collection Agencies Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry collect payments for claims on behalf of their clients. Major companies include Alorica, Encore Capital Group, iQor, PRA Group, Rithm Group (all based in the US), as well as First Collect International (UK), ... 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

  • Automotive Oil Change & Lubrication Services

    Automotive Oil Change & Lubrication Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide motor oil changes and lubrication services for automobiles and light trucks. Major US companies include Havoline Xpress Lube (owned by Chevron), Jiffy Lube and Pennzoil 10 Mi ... Read More

  • Cattle Ranching

    Cattle Ranching Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry are ranches and farms that raise cattle, including those intended for dairy herd replacements, and feedlots that fatten cattle in preparation for slaughter. Major companies include Cactus Feeders, Five Rivers Ca ... Read More

  • Consulting Services

    Consulting Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide management, scientific, and technical consulting services, including specialized services such as environmental, human resources, IT, logistics, and marketing consulting. Major global companies inclu ... Read More

  • Moving Services

    Moving Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry primarily provide local or long-distance truck transportation of used household, institutional, or commercial furniture and equipment, as well as related packing and storage services. Major companies include Atl ... Read More

  • Travel Agencies & Services

    Travel Agencies & Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry arrange travel and traveler accommodations and include travel agents, tour operators, and other travel services like time-share exchanges, visitors' bureaus, and ticket offices. Major companies in ... Read More

  • Health Care Sector

    Health Care Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide a wide range of health care and social services through hospitals, doctors' offices, nursing homes, outpatient surgery centers, and other facilities. Major companies include Ascension Health, HCA ... Read More

  • Finance & Insurance Sector

    Finance & Insurance Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry engage in financial transactions and create, liquidate, purchase, and sell financial assets such as securities, bonds, and insurance. Major finance and insurance companies include AIG, Bank of America ... Read More

  • Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

    Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry primarily own and manage income-producing real estate such as retail, office, industrial, and multifamily residential buildings. Major US companies include American Tower Corporation, Equit ... Read More

  • Consumer Lending

    Consumer Lending Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry make unsecured cash loans to consumers. Major companies include EZCORP, FirstCash, OneMain Financial, and Sallie Mae (all based in the US), along with Orient Corporation (Japan), and Tesco Bank and Vanquis Bank ... Read More

  • Laundry Facilities & Dry Cleaning Services

    Laundry Facilities & Dry Cleaning Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate self-service laundry facilities or provide dry cleaning, specialty cleaning, and full-service laundering services. Major US companies include CSC ServiceWorks (owner of Coinmac ... Read More

  • Colleges & Universities

    Colleges & Universities Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Institutions in this industry offer academic and professional courses and confer baccalaureate or graduate degrees. Major US-based institutions include public university systems in states such as California, New York, and Texas, a ... Read More

  • Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities

    Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide long-term skilled nursing care, other types of care, and social services in residential facilities. Major companies include Brickyard Healthcare, Brookdale Senior Living, and Ge ... 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

  • Distilleries

    Distilleries Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distill, blend, or mix liquors. Major companies include Bacardi (Bermuda), Brown-Forman (US), Diageo (UK), Gruppo Campari (Italy), Kweichow Moutai (China), Pernod Ricard (France), and Suntory (Japan). COMPETITIVE L ... Read More

  • Garden Centers & Farm Supply Stores

    Garden Centers & Farm Supply Stores Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry sell garden products such as trees, plants, seeds, bulbs, and sod; some also offer farm supplies, including animal feed. Major companies include Adams Fairacre Farms, Armstrong Garden Centers ... Read More

  • Specialty Eateries

    Specialty Eateries Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate limited service restaurants that serve specialty snack items or nonalcoholic beverages for consumption on or near the premises. Major companies include Einstein Bros Bagels, GoToFoods (owner of Auntie ... Read More

  • Art Dealers & Galleries

    Art Dealers & Galleries Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry display and sell original and limited-edition works of art. Two of the world's leading auction houses that handle art are Christie's (UK) and Sotheby's (US). Other major establishments includ ... Read More

  • Health Insurance Carriers

    Health Insurance Carriers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry underwrite health and medical insurance policies and administer group hospitalization plans, health maintenance organization (HMO), and preferred provider organization (PPO). Major companies include Ae ... Read More

  • Investment Banking

    Investment Banking Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry underwrite, originate and maintain markets for clients issuing securities; they may also offer advisory services, help facilitate corporate mergers and other deals, or act as principals in buying or selling s ... Read More

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