Market Research Types and Case Study Interpretation

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What specifically does GutCheck do based on the given text?

Track stock market and company financial statements
Sell financial data to companies
Provide expertise on market research
Analyze and gather data on specific markets (correct)

Why would companies hire a company like GutCheck according to the text?

To sell their gathered data on specific markets
To provide expertise on certain areas of interest
To gather valuable insights on specific markets (correct)
To track stock market and company financial statements

What is one pro and one con of using consultants for a company’s market research based on the given text?

Pro: Can provide expertise; Con: Charge for their services (correct)
Pro: Provide expertise; Con: Analyze and gather data on specific markets
Pro: Sell financial data; Con: Gather valuable insights
Pro: Charge for their services; Con: Provide relevant financial information

What is the purpose of market research?

To develop a marketing strategy or solve a marketing problem (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of primary data?

Unanalyzed, current information collected by a researcher for a specific purpose (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where can secondary data be sourced from?

Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reports (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of secondary research?

Minimal analysis and very limited amount of data (C) Signup and view all the answers

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What does GutCheck do?

Analyzes and gathers data on specific markets to provide valuable insights to companies.

Why hire GutCheck?

Gather valuable insights on specific markets to aid in decision-making and strategy development.

Consultant pros and cons?

Pro: Expertise; Con: Service charges.

Purpose of market research?

To develop a marketing strategy or solve a marketing problem through data and insights.

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What is Primary data?

Unanalyzed, current information collected by a researcher for a specific purpose directly from the source.

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Sources of secondary data?

Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reports already compiled by others.

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Characteristic of secondary research?

Minimal analysis and a limited amount of data compared to primary research methods.

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Study Notes

GutCheck Overview

Provides market research services focused on rapid, flexible insights.
Utilizes online platforms to connect brands with real-time consumer feedback.

Reasons for Hiring GutCheck

Companies seek speed and agility in market research to adapt to changing consumer needs.
GutCheck enables cost-effective insights compared to traditional research methods.

Pros and Cons of Using Consultants

Pro: Access to specialized expertise and diverse methodologies for thorough analysis.
Con: Potential for misalignment between consultant recommendations and in-house strategies.

Purpose of Market Research

Aims to gather information to understand consumer preferences, market trends, and competitive landscape.
Informs business decisions, product development, and marketing strategies.