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June 20, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Consulting Industry.  (Plunkett’s Consulting Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=consulting-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Consulting Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 352

Statistical Tables Provided: 4

Companies Profiled: 250

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Consulting Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Consulting Industry

  1. Introduction to the Consulting Industry
  2. Consulting in Emerging Nations/The Offshoring of Consulting Projects
  3. Management Consulting and Consulting to Major Corporations
  4. Consulting to Governments/U.S. Federal and State Consulting Contracts
  5. Federal Government Consulting Contracts Are Massive in IT, Defense & Facilities
  6. IT Consulting/Software Consulting/ Computer Operations Consulting
  7. Trends in Manufacturing, such as Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs), Lead to Collaboration and Consulting-Like Services
  8. Consulting Firms Accept Assignments with Contingency Fees
  9. Consulting Firms Acquire Digital Advertising Agencies, Extending Their Marketing Services
  10. Accounting Firms Taking Large Market Share of Consulting Contracts
  11. Many Industry Sectors Seek Consulting and Outsourcing Income, Competing with Pure Consultancies
  12. Major Corporations and Organizations Develop Internal Consultants and Seek Outside Clients
  13. Corporate Clients Want Solid Returns on IT Investments
  14. Consultancies Position Themselves to Serve Global Markets and Multinational Corporations
  15. Offshoring to India Drives Changes in Global Consulting
  16. BPO and KPO: White-Collar and Professional Tasks such as Law and Accounting Are Offshored/Call Centers Become More Sophisticated
  17. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
  18. New MBAs Desire Consulting and Accounting Jobs

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Consulting Industry Statistics

  1. Consulting Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Consulting Industry Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2022
  3. Management Consulting Companies: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2017-2021
  4. Consulting Industry Employment, U.S.: 2017-February 2023

June 08, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Real Estate & Construction Industry.  (Plunkett’s Real Estate & Construction Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=real-estate-construction-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Real Estate & Construction Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 642

Statistical Tables Provided: 15

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Real Estate & Construction Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Real Estate & Construction Industry

  1. Introduction to the Real Estate & Construction Industry
  2. The Post-Coronavirus Real Estate & Construction Industry
  3. Rising Interest Rates Hinder Mortgage Originations, Slow Home Sales
  4. Online Competition Changes the Mortgage Industry
  5. Millennials & Investors Buying Homes/High Prices Pose Challenges
  6. Real Estate Online Services Continue to Grow
  7. Internet-Based Home Sales and Cheap Commissions Challenge Residential Brokers
  8. Homes and Commercial Buildings Seek Green Certification
  9. Building Technologies Advance/Robotics & 3D Printing Used in Construction
  10. Baby Boomers Become a Strong Influence in the Housing Market/Universal Design Catches On
  11. Multigenerational Families Are Increasingly Living Under One Roof
  12. Real Estate Markets in China and India Face Challenges
  13. Mixed-Use Developments Go Vertical
  14. Mall and Shopping Center Occupancy Challenged as Online Sales Hurt Stores
  15. Malls Remodel to Boost Sales and Attract Shoppers
  16. Tiny Apartments and Condos Proliferate, Solve Affordability Problem
  17. Remodeling Market Is Substantial
  18. Shared Spaces for Co-Living and Co-Working Face Challenges
  19. The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Smart Home
  20. The Future of Housing/The Future of Cities

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Real Estate & Construction Industry Statistics

  1. Real Estate & Construction Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Selected Construction Industry Revenue by Industry Sector, U.S.: 2018-2022
  3. Value of U.S. Private Construction Put in Place: 2016-2022
  4. Value of U.S. Public Construction Put in Place: 2016-2022
  5. Estimates of the Total Housing Inventory for the U.S.: 2021-2022
  6. Commercial, Residential & Farm Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2014-2022
  7. Home Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2014-2022
  8. Mortgage Loans Outstanding, U.S.: 1985-2022
  9. New Privately-Owned Housing Units Started, U.S.: 1985-2022
  10. Homeownership Rates by Region, U.S.: Selected Years, 1965-2022
  11. Average Sales Prices of New Homes Sold in U.S.: 1963-2022
  12. Median & Average Sales Price of New Single Family Homes by Region, U.S.: 1990-2022
  13. Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2018-January 2023
  14. Miscellaneous Real Estate & Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2018-January 2023

June 02, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Engineering & Research Industry.  (Plunkett’s Engineering & Research Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=engineering-rd-technology-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Engineering & Research Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 672

Statistical Tables Provided: 21

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Engineering & Research Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Engineering & Research Industry

  1. Introduction to the Engineering & Research Industry
  2. A Short History of U.S. Industrial Research & Development
  3. R&D Expands in Chinese Research Parks/Patent Filings Soar
  4. Outsourcing and Offshoring of Research, Development and Engineering Grow Along With Globalization
  5. Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing
  6. The State of the Biotechnology Industry Today
  7. From Korea to India to Singapore to China, Nations Compete Fiercely in Biotech Development
  8. Globalization and Worldwide Collaboration Fuel the Research Efforts of Major Corporations
  9. Number of Patent Applications Remains High/Patent Laws Change
  10. 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design
  11. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  12. Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues/Fuel Cell Cars Enter Market
  13. Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) to See Massive New Investments by Auto Makers
  14. Major Research and Advancements in Lithium Batteries/Tesla and Panasonic Operate the Gigafactory
  15. The Future: Pervasive Computing and Complete Mobility Will Be Standard/Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Boost Nearly All Sectors
  16. Supercomputing Hits 1,102 Petaflops/IBM’s Watson Expands Commercial Applications for Big Data
  17. Superconductivity Provides Advanced Electricity Distribution Technology
  18. Private, Reusable Rockets Launch Commercial Satellites and Serve Both the U.S. Military & NASA
  19. Technology Discussion—Synthetic Biology
  20. The Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure, Mobility Services and Hyperloop
  21. HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced Materials
  22. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics
  23. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enables Efficiencies and Accelerated Innovation in R&D

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Engineering & Research Industry Statistics

  1. Engineering & Research Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Quarterly Engineering & Research Industry Revenues, U.S.: 2022
  3. Engineering & Scientific Research & Development Services: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2017-2021
  4. Federal R&D Funding by Character of Work and Facilities and Equipment, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  5. Federal R&D Budget & Distribution by Agency, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  6. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for National Defense, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  7. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Health and Human Services, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
  8. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Space Flight, Research & Supporting Activities, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2020-2022
  9. NASA Budget Appropriations & Projections: 2022-2028
  10. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Basic Research, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
  11. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Agriculture, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
  12. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Transportation, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
  13. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Energy, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
  14. U.S. Department of Energy Funding for Science & Energy Programs: 2022-2024
  15. U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) Budget: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  16. Research Funding for Biological Sciences, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  17. Research Funding for Engineering, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  18. Top 30 U.S. Patent Recipient Organizations: 2022
  19. The U.S. Drug Discovery & Approval Process
  20. Employment in Engineering Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: 2019-January 2023
  21. Employment in Life & Physical Science Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: May 2021

May 25, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry.  (Plunkett’s Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=restaurant-hotel-and-hospitality-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 488

Statistical Tables Provided: 6

Companies Profiled: 350

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry

  1. Introduction to the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry
  2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Global Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry
  3. McDonald’s and Other Fast-Food Companies Reposition to Adapt to New Consumer Tastes and Robotics
  4. Wages for Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality Workers
  5. Fast Food Faces Stiff Competition from Casual Dining Restaurants (Fast Casual/Fast Fine)
  6. Food Trucks Enjoy a Boom
  7. Craft/Microbreweries Proliferate
  8. Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to Homes
  9. Obesity Sparks Government, School and Corporate Initiatives/Snack Foods Get Healthier/Taxes on Unhealthy Foods
  10. Retail Technologies Advance for Restaurant Online Ordering, along with Robotics and Automation
  11. Cruise Industry Rebuilds After the Coronavirus
  12. Small Cruise Ships Feature Adventure, Luxury, Intimacy or Access to More Places
  13. River Cruise Lines Enjoy Low Capital Investment and High Fares
  14. Chinese Tourism Creates Growth Opportunities for the Cruise and Hotel Industries
  15. Ecotourism, Sustainable Tourism, Adventure Tourism and Volunteerism Grow as Certification Standards Emerge
  16. Luxury Hotel Chains Expanded Globally
  17. What Millennials and Mobile-Savvy Consumers Want as Tourists and Travelers
  18. Hotels Target Young Customers with Strategies Ranging from Micro Rooms and Hostels, to Hip Hotels that Encourage Mingling to Fitness Options
  19. Hotels Adopt Smartphones and In-Room Tablets to Deliver Services, Speed Check-In and Replace Room Keys
  20. Sharing Economy Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, Vrbo and Many Global Competitors
  21. Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)/Hotels Fight to Keep Control of the Customer
  22. Localization will Drive Hotel Features, Marketing
  23. Dog-Friendly Hotels Gain Market Share
  24. The Future of the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry Statistics

  1. Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Estimated U.S. Food Services and Drinking Places Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2015-2022
  3. Estimated U.S. Accommodation Sector Quarterly Revenues: 2020-4th Quarter 2022
  4. Consumer Food Price Indexes, Food Away from Home & Food at Home, U.S.: 1997-2021
  5. Restaurant and Hospitality Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-2023
  6. Food Preparation and Serving Related Employment and Wage Estimates by Occupation, U.S.: May 2021

May 17, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry.  (Plunkett’s Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=apparel-shoes-textiles-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 502

Statistical Tables Provided: 8

Companies Profiled: 350

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry

  1. Introduction to the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry
  2. Scarcity of Manufacturing Workers in China/Vietnam and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share
  3. Upswing in U.S. Apparel and Textile Jobs as Firms Reshore
  4. Working Conditions and Workers’ Rights Become Major Considerations as Work Moves from China to Lower-Cost Nations
  5. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt Technologies
  6. 3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics
  7. Exercise Apparel Sales Rise/Athleisure Clothing Sales Soar
  8. Athletic Footwear Sales Boom, Drawing Big Names from Athletes to Designers
  9. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services
  10. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere
  11. Bricks, Clicks and Catalogs Create Synergies While Online Sales Growth Surges
  12. Plus-Size Apparel and Vanity Sizing Target Overweight Consumers
  13. Self Service Apparel Fitting Technologies Grow
  14. Fast Fashion: Designers and Retailers Speed Up
  15. Apparel Manufacturing Goes Green
  16. Green Consumers Push Demand for Recycled and Re-sale Clothing
  17. Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models
  18. Fashion Rental Pioneered by Online Apparel Firm Rent the Runway
  19. Amazon Becomes One of the World’s Leading Sellers of Apparel and Shoes
  20. Disruption, Technology and the Future of the Fashion, Apparel and Shoes Business

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Statistics

  1. Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. U.S. Apparel Manufacturing Producer Price Index (PPI): 2003-February 2023
  3. Top 50 Countries Exporting Textiles & Apparel to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2021-2022
  4. Top 50 Destinations of U.S. Textiles & Apparel Exports: 2021-2022
  5. Top 25 Countries Exporting Apparel & Non-Apparel Textiles to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2021-2022
  6. Top 15 Countries Exporting Fabric, Man-Made Fiber Products, Cotton Products & Wool Products to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2021-2022
  7. U.S. Retail Sales, Selected Kinds of Businesses: 2016-2022
  8. Apparel & Textiles Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-2023

February 27, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on American Employers: Mid-Size Firms.  (Plunkett’s Companion to The Almanac of American Employers 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=mid-size-employers-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete report by Plunkett Research analyzing both America’s top mid-size corporate employers (those with 100 to 2,500 employees) and the major trends sweeping through business and the economy that affect job seekers of all types.  PLUNKETT’S COMPANION TO THE ALMANAC OF AMERICAN EMPLOYERS: MID-SIZE FIRMS is the premier guide to the most successful, fastest-growing mid-sized employers in the nation, their employment practices, benefits and financial performance.

Key Features:

  • Job market trends analysis, data, and competitive intelligence
  • Employment forecasts and statistics
  • Important Contacts for Job Seekers
  • In-Depth Profiles of 500 leading mid-size employers

Pages: 606

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: U.S.

Price: $399.99

Gather Key Insights, Such As:

  • How is each industry evolving?
  • How is employment being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

Plunkett’s Companion to the Almanac of American Employers: Mid-Size Firms and the related online Mid-Size Employers Research Center are designed to be time-saving business tools for job seekers, marketers, sales directors, consultants, and strategists seeking to understand vibrant, mid-size American corporate employers.  It will also be of great use to placement, recruiting and human resources professionals, as well as professionals working in economic development, lending, and media.  This feature rich almanac includes:

Contents, Statistics and Analysis Include:

Major Trends Affecting Job Seekers

  1. The U.S. Job Market Overview
  2. Cost Control Remains a Major Concern at Employers/Consolidation Through Mergers Continues
  3. The Sharing & Gig Economy’s Effect on Employment, Work Life and Careers
  4. Technology Continues to Create Sweeping Changes in the Workplace
  5. Continued Growth in Outsourcing, Including Supply Chain and Logistics Services
  6. Offshoring and the Reshoring of American Manufacturing
  7. Older Americans Will Delay Retirement and Work Longer/Many Employers Find Older Employees Desirable
  8. Employment Sectors that Will Offer an Above-Average Number of Job Opportunities

Statistics

  1. U.S. Employment Statistics Overview: 2022-2023
  2. U.S. Civilian Labor Force: 1998-Jan 2023
  3. Employment by Major Industry Sector: 2011, 2021 & Projected 2031
  4. Number of People Employed and Unemployed, U.S.: Jan 2022 vs. Jan 2023
  5. U.S. Labor Force Ages 16 to 24 Years Old by School Enrollment, Educational Attainment, Sex, Race & Ethnicity: October 2021
  6. Retirement Benefits in the U.S.: Access, Participation and Take-Up Rates, March 2022
  7. Top 30 U.S. Fastest Growing Occupations By Percent Change: 2021-2031
  8. Occupations with the Largest Expected Employment Increases, U.S.: 2021-2031
  9. Occupations with the Fastest Expected Decline, U.S.: 2021-2031

April 26, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry.  (Plunkett’s Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=cybersecurity-digitalid-online-fraud-industry-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 246

Statistical Tables Provided: 7

Companies Profiled: 150

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry

  1. Introduction to the Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry
  2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Cybersecurity and Digital ID Industry
  3. Digital ID and Online Authentication Fraud Soars/Sophisticated Technologies and Databases Respond
  4. Password Reuse Enables Fraud/The Dark Web and Credential Stuffing
  5. Online Fraud/Payments Fraud Evolve and Adapt Continuously
  6. Network Anti-Fraud Technologies Advance, Including use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  7. Online Fraud Often Begins with New Account Setup or Account Takeover
  8. Voice, Face & Image Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  9. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues
  10. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking
  11. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics
  12. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Payment Systems, such as Zelle and Venmo, Soar in Popularity
  13. Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive Analytics
  14. The Future: Pervasive Computing and Complete Mobility Will Be Standard/Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Boost Nearly All Sectors
  15. Cybersecurity Challenges for the Internet of Things (IoT)
  16. Hot Fields Within Computer Hardware & Software Include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT)

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Cybersecurity, Digital ID & Online Fraud Industry Statistics

  1. Cybersecurity, Digital ID, & Online Fraud Overview
  2. Cyber Crimes Types and Victims Affected, U.S.
  3. Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue & Expenses: 2016-2021
  4. Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services Industry, U.S.: Estimated Selected Expenses: 2016-2021
  5. Computer Systems Design and Related Services Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue & Expenses: 2016-2021
  6. Research Funding for Computer and Information Science Engineering, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  7. Computer and Mathematical Occupation Related Employment by Occupation, U.S.: May 2021

April 07, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Food Industry.  (Plunkett’s Food Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=food-beverage-grocery-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Food Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 678

Statistical Tables Provided: 12

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends and Technologies Affecting the Food Industry

  1. Introduction to the Food Industry
  2. The State of the Food Industry Today
  3. Genetically Modified (GM) Seeds and Crops Planted in Dozens of Nations/Agribio R&D Investment Is High
  4. Genetically Modified (GM) Foods Prompt Controversy, Labeling and Legislation
  5. Plant-Based Meat Substitutes Developed
  6. Selective Breeding, Mutagenesis and Gene-Editing, Including CRISPR, as Alternatives to GM Seeds
  7. Obesity Sparks Government, School and Corporate Initiatives/Snack Foods Get Healthier
  8. Organic Food Sales Continue Global Growth/Locally Sourced Foods and Farm to Table Increase in Popularity
  9. McDonald’s and Other Fast Food Companies Reposition to Adapt to New Consumer Tastes and Robotics
  10. Demand for Home Grocery Delivery Service Such as Instacart and Amazon Fresh Soars
  11. Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to Homes
  12. Precision Agriculture Technologies (AgTech), Farm Robotics, GPS and Irrigation Market Grows Worldwide/Hi Tech Greenhouses
  13. Drones Provide New Tools for Precision Agriculture
  14. Aquaculture Gains Major Fish Supply Market Share
  15. Packaging Technology Improves/Walmart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability
  16. Retail Technologies Advance for Restaurant Online Ordering, along with Robotics and Automation
  17. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution
  18. Walmart Still Dominates the Retail Industry, but Invests in Web Presence to Battle Amazon
  19. Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales
  20. Consumers Drive a Revolution in the Food Industry, Demanding Fresher, More Natural Foods, Creating both Pain and Opportunities
  21. Food Recycling Efforts Underway
  22. Wages Rise for Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality Workers
  23. Fast Food Faces Stiff Competition from Casual Dining Restaurants (Fast Casual/Fast Fine)
  24. Food Trucks Enjoy a Boom
  25. Meal Kits from Firms like Blue Apron Make It Easy to Prepare Home-Cooked Meals
  26. Craft/Microbreweries Proliferate
  27. The Future of the Food Industry, Agriculture, Food Demand, Supermarkets and Online Food Retailing

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Food Industry Statistics

  1. U.S. Food Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Food Sales, U.S.: 2019-October 2022
  3. Income Statement for U.S. Farm Sector: 2019-2023
  4. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Agriculture, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  5. Value Added to the U.S. Economy by the Agricultural Sector via the Production of Goods and Services: 2018-2023
  6. Summary of U.S. Agricultural Trade Projections: Fiscal Years 2020-2031
  7. Total U.S. Agricultural Commodity Exports & Imports, Top Ten Countries: 2018-February 2022
  8. Food Industry Employment, U.S.: 2018-Decenber 2022
  9. Food Preparation and Serving Related Employment and Wage Estimates by Occupation, U.S.: May 2021
  10. World Supply & Utilization of Major Crops: 2020-2023
  11. World Supply & Utilization of Major Animal Products: 2019-Jan 2023

April 03, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.  (Plunkett’s Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=transportation-supply-chain-logistics-industry-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 672

Statistical Tables Provided: 12

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.

Major Trends Affecting the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry

  1. Introduction to the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry
  2. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services Soar
  3. FedEx, UPS & DHL Compete in Global Shipping and Logistics/Amazon.com Begins to Fulfill its Own Shipping Needs
  4. Trucking Companies Focus on Driver Challenges, Regulatory Issues & Self-Driving Trucks
  5. Freight Railways Invest in Automation, Infrastructure and Safety
  6. China Makes Immense Investments in Railroads, Highways, Airports & Silk Road
  7. High Speed Passenger Trains, Including Maglev, Advance in China and Europe
  8. U.S. Passenger Train Projects Receive Funding, Including Light Rail and All Aboard Florida
  9. Ships Get Bigger and More Efficient
  10. Ports and Canals Expand to Accommodate Larger Vessels and Increased Shipment Volume
  11. Discount Airlines Compete with Legacy Airlines, but the Differences Are Beginning to Blur
  12. Boeing and Airbus Compete for New Orders
  13. New Aircraft Designs Offer Greater Passenger Comfort/More Efficient Engines
  14. Airports Expand
  15. New Technologies Show Promise for Port and Airport Security
  16. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution
  17. Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, ITS and Real Time Traffic Information
  18. India’s Transportation Infrastructure Needs Billions of Dollars in Construction
  19. Uber, Lyft and Didi Dominate the Car on Demand (Raid Hailing) Industry
  20. Self-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development Worldwide
  21. Bicycle Sharing Is Well Established in Major Cities
  22. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues
  23. Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Revolutionize Supply Chain and Logistics Systems
  24. The Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure, Mobility Services and Hyperloop

Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Statistics

  1. Transportation Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. U.S. Transportation & Warehousing Industry Revenues: 2018-2021
  3. U.S. Transportation & Warehousing Industry Expenses: 2018-2021
  4. Top 50 Countries Providing U.S. Imports: 2015-2022
  5. Top 50 Countries Receiving U.S. Exports: 2014-2022
  6. Top 10 U.S. Airlines & Airports Ranked by 2022 System Scheduled Enplanements
  7. Quarterly U.S. Scheduled Service Passenger Airlines Financial Reports: 1st Quarter 2021-1st Quarter 2022
  8. Total Scheduled U.S. International Passenger Traffic, U.S. Commercial Air Carriers: 2010-2042
  9. Air Carrier Traffic Statistics, U.S.: 1996-November 2022
  10. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Transportation, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023

March 10, 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.  (Plunkett’s Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry Almanac 2023, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=consumer-products-cosmetics-hair-personal-services-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 344

Statistical Tables Provided: 13

Companies Profiled: 200

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.

Major Trends Affecting the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry

  1. Introduction to the Consumer Products & Services Industry
  2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Consumer Products & Services Industry
  3. Online Marketing, Social Media and Ecommerce Enable Startups/Disruption in Consumer Products and Cosmetics
  4. A Growing Middle Class in Emerging Markets Creates Vast New Opportunities for Consumer Products
  5. Amazon’s Online Market Share Dominates
  6. LOHAS-Socially Conscious Consumers Create Challenges and Opportunities for Advertisers and Marketers
  7. Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales
  8. Diverse Selling Techniques Boost Direct Marketers and Non-Store Sales
  9. Super Beauty Stores Combine Shopping with Personal Care Services
  10. Up and Coming Independent Beauty Products Firms Snapped Up by Major Players
  11. Social Media Spurs Beauty Products Sales Among Millennials and Teens
  12. Beauty Products Firms Target Unique Needs of Diverse Consumers Worldwide
  13. Regis Dominates the Hair Salon Business/Product Sales Enhance Salon Profits
  14. Blowout Bars Proliferate
  15. Natural/Organic Consumer Products Attract Greater Market Share
  16. Organic Food Sales Continue Global Growth/Locally Sourced Foods and Farm to Table Increase in Popularity
  17. Consumers Drive a Revolution in the Food Industry, Demanding Fresher, More Natural Foods, Creating both Pain and Opportunities
  18. Market for CBD
  19. CBD Oil and Hemp Cultivation, Production and Distribution Challenges
  20. The Future of CBD

Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry Statistics

  1. Consumer Goods & Services Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Annual Consumer Price Index, 1950-2022, U.S.
  3. Average Annual Expenditures of All Consumer Households: 2016-2021, U.S.
  4. Distribution of Total U.S. Annual Household Expenditures, by Major Category: 2021
  5. Total U.S. Disposable Income, Expenditures & Gross Domestic & National Product Per Capita: Selected Years, 1960-2022 Q2
  6. Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: 2017-2022
  7. U.S. Exports & Imports of Food: 2014-2021
  8. U.S. Exports & Imports of Beverages & Tobacco Products: 2014-2021
  9. U.S. Exports & Imports of Apparel Products: 2014-2021
  10. U.S. Exports & Imports of Paper: 2014-2021
  11. U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceuticals & Medicines: 2014-2021
  12. U.S. Exports & Imports of Soaps, Cleaning Compounds & Toilet Preparations: 2014-2021
  13. Consumer Goods & Services Industry Employment, U.S.: 2015-2022