July 22, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac, 2021 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Wireless communications, including such fields as mobile entertainment, RFID, mobile banking and cellphone service, continues to be one of the hottest of the world’s industrial sectors. However, the wireless sector incorporates a great deal more than cellphone services, ranging from satellite-based communications to vast wireless Wi-Fi networks in corporate and public spaces. There is no end in sight to the rapid acceleration of wireless. RFID (radio frequency ID tags used to track inventory) equipment prices are plummeting while adoption is growing on a global basis. Uses for smartphones are growing endlessly. Applications for remote wireless sensors of all types (often referred to as the Internet of Things) are about to soar as technologies improve and costs decline.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 300 companies in the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: 978-1-62831-574-5 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-883-8 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 406

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 274

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular business including:

1. Introduction to the Wireless Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry
3. 5G Wireless Networks to Rollout Worldwide, Enabling the Internet of Things (IoT)/Massive Investments Required
4. Wi-Fi Enables Wireless Traffic Growth, Including the Internet of Things (IoT)
5. Wireless Service Subscriptions Worldwide Reach 8.7 Billion
6. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution
7. RFID Helps Manage Hospital and Pharmacy Inventories
8. Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring Rely on Wireless
9. Self-Check-In Kiosks, RFID and Wireless Technologies Save Costs and Enhance Travelers’ Experiences at Airlines and Hotels
10. Hotels Adopt Smartphones and In-Room Tablets to Deliver Services, Speed Check-In and Replace Room Keys
11. Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, Intelligent Transportation (ITS) and Real Time Traffic Information
12. In Emerging Nations, mChek and M-PESA Enable Remote Banking via Cellphone
13. Smartphones and Financial Technology (FinTech) Enable New Mobile Payment Methods
14. Location-Based Services (LBS) Enhance Smartphones and Mobile Advertising
15. Global Mobile Apps Revenues Hit $85.5 Billion Yearly
16. In-Flight Wireless Takes Off
17. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)
18. Carriers Reinstate Unlimited Access Plans for Smartphones/Face Intense Subscription Price Competition
19. Voice and Face Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
20. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt Technologies
21. Smaller Satellites (SmallSats and CubeSats) and Low Earth Orbit Revolutionize Telecommunications
22. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Increase Efficiencies/The Internet of Things (IoT) Boosts Potential
23. Overview of the Mobile Apps Industry
24. Chinese, Indian and African Cellphone Markets Skyrocket
25. Handset Makers Adopt Android, Push Advanced 4G and 5G Smartphones
26. The Future of the Wireless Industry

Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Statistics

1. Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Internet Access Technologies Compared
3. Wireless Quick Facts, U.S.: 2013-2018
4. Wireless Standards & Speeds
5. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2014-2019
6. Top Mobile Operators by Number of Subscribers, Worldwide
7. Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite): Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2019
8. Satellite Telecommunications: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2015-2018
9. Wireless Telecommunications Industry (except Satellite) Employment, U.S.: 2011-April 2020

Companies Mentioned Include:

• China Telecom Corporation Ltd
• Alaska Communications Systems Group Inc
• Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
• T-Mobile US Inc
• Amdocs Limited
• America Movil SAB de CV
• American Tower Corp
• Anaren Inc
• Apple Inc
• Raytheon Applied Signal Technology Inc

All You Need to Know About Covid’s Impact on the Sports & Recreation Industry

Plunkett Research now provides complete coverage of the Coronavirus’s effects on specific industries, via both our industry almanacs and our Plunkett Research Online system.

The eight-week lockdown of public spaces with gatherings of 50 or more people during the Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 crippled sports teams around the world. In the U.S., Forbes magazine estimated the professional sports leagues lost a collective $5 billion in lost ticket sales, concessions, sponsorships and TV rights fees. Individually, Major League Baseball (MLB) lost an estimated $2 billion, the National Basketball Association (NBA) $1.2 billion, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) $1 billion with the cancellation of the March Madness basketball tournament. NASCAR, the National Hockey League (NHL) and Major League Soccer (MLS) lost a combined $900 million.

On a broader scale, virus effects include:

• Professional sports leagues and college teams forced to hold games with fewer to no fans in stadiums, leading to lost revenues from ticket sales and a vastly different game experience.
• Significant health implications for teams of all types as they are forced to deal with risks to players from teammates who might carry the Coronavirus.
• Amateur and leisure sports forced to adapt to health risks. U.S. baseball’s Little League, for example, encouraged local teams to follow their city/state laws and health requirements while The 2020 Little League World Series were cancelled.
• Summer Tokyo Olympic Games postponed from 2020 to 2021 at the earliest.
• Recreation equipment, such as bicycle and exercise equipment, see immense sales boom as people spend more time at home.
• Huge boom in RV and camping equipment sales, as consumers turned to self-contained vacations rather than hotels and airlines.

Plunkett Research, Ltd. is the leading provider of industry sector analysis and research, industry trends and industry statistics. Both our Plunkett Research Online and our 2021 Industry Almanacs feature coverage of the Coronavirus’s effects on specific industries. Our research reports and online subscription service are used by the world’s top corporations, consultants, universities, libraries and government agencies.

Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research, vertical industry marketing data, or industry trends analysis. We cover such vital industry sectors as health care, financial services, retailing, entertainment, energy and information technology.

For everything you need to know about the global Sports & Recreation sector, see:
Plunkett’s Sports & Recreation Industry Almanac 2021

Available to Plunkett Research Online subscribers
See more information about the online edition here.

Also available in Almanac Editions.
Publication Date: July 2020 | Price: $379.99
Printed ISBN: 978-1-62831-576-9
eBook ISBN: 978-1-62831-882-1
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July 16, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Sports & Recreation Industry Almanac, 2021 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The sports business means many different things to different people. This is a truly global industry, and sports stir up deep passion within spectators and players alike in countries around the world. For individuals, sports can be a venue for gambling, personal recreation and fitness. To business people, sports provide a lucrative and continually growing marketplace worthy of immense investment. To athletes, sports may lead to high levels of personal achievement, and to professionals, sports can bring fame and fortune. To facilities developers and local governments, sports are a way to build revenue from tourists and local fans. In addition to economic impact, the largest single effect that sports create is that of gripping entertainment: hundreds of millions of fans around the globe follow sports daily, whether via radio, television, printed publications, online or in person, as spectators or participants.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 350 companies in the Sports & Recreation Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-576-9 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-882-1 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 516

Statistical Tables Provided: 12

Companies Profiled: 382

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the sports & recreation business including:

1. Introduction to the Sports & Recreation Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Sports & Recreation Industry
3. NFL (National Football League): The Biggest Money in U.S. Sports
4. Broadcasting Fees, Digital Access and Investment Savvy Boost MLB (Major League

Baseball)

5. NBA (National Basketball Association) Regroups Under a Collective Bargaining Agreement
6. NHL (National Hockey League) Team Differences Result in Financial Haves and Have-Nots
7. Television Rights Contracts Bring in Lucrative Revenues for Major Sports Leagues
8. Soccer (Football) Leagues in the U.S. and Europe Reap Significant Revenues and Sponsorships
9. New Sports Stadiums Launched in the U.S./Stadium Sponsorships Offset Costs
10. NCAA College Sports Are Big Revenue Earners
11. PGA (Professional Golf Association) Tournaments Grow in International Markets/Golf Returns to the Olympics
12. Fantasy Sports Post Growth, with 60 Million Players
13. eSports: Electronic Games Become Spectator Sports
14. Sports Betting Gains Traction with Online Betting
15. Sports Equipment Manufacturers Offer the Latest High-Tech Advantages
16. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt Technologies
17. Sports Agents Become Indispensable/Sports Marketing Booms in China
18. Sports Licensing Heats Up
19. New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales
20. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Games Create Opportunities in the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow
21. Aging Baby Boomers Will Cause Significant Changes in the Leisure Sector, Including Sports and Activity-Based Travel
22. Athletic Footwear Sales Boom, Drawing Big Names from Athletes to Designers
23. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere
24. 3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics
25. Exercise Apparel Sales Rise/Athleisure Clothing Sales Soar
26. Sports Equipment and Social Media Converge
27. The Future of the Sports Industry Will Be Shaped by Technologies and Demographics

Sports Industry Statistics

1. Sports & Recreation Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Estimated Size of the Entire Sports Industry, U.S. 2009-2019
3. Global Sports Industry Revenues, 2018-2019
4. Selected U.S. Sports Industry Revenues: 2013-2019
5. Sports Industry, Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2014-2018
6. U.S. Spectator Sports, Performing Arts & Related Industries, Breakdown of Expenses: 2015-2018
7. Estimated Annual Sporting Goods Stores Retail Sales, Inventories & Purchases, U.S.: 2011-2019
8. Estimated Monthly Sporting Goods Stores Retail Sales, U.S.: 1992- March 2020
9. Exports of Sporting & Athletic Equipment, U.S.: 2013-2019
10. Imports of Sporting & Athletic Equipment, U.S.: 2013-2019
11. Overview of the Media Contracts of the Four Big Sports Leagues
12. Sports Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2016-2020

Companies Mentioned Include:

• 24 Hour Fitness
• Cabela’s Inc
• Disney Media Networks
• Motorsports Authentics LLC
• American Golf Corp
• Bowlmor AMF Corp
• Anschutz Entertainment Group Inc
• Time Warner Inc
• Aramark
• Warnaco Swimwear Inc

June 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Almanac, 2021 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Outsourcing has seen recent, significant growth across three broad areas: 1) logistics, sourcing and distribution services; 2) information technology services, including the creation of software and the management of computer centers; and 3) business process outsourcing (BPO) areas such as call centers, financial transaction processing and human resources management.

Offshoring, as opposed to outsourcing, covers such a wide variety of nations, products and practices that it is difficult to put a number on the size of the market. A significant share of offshoring revenue is created by contract manufacturing of electronics, shoes, apparel and accessories.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 400 companies in the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-575-2 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-881-4 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 500

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 374

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the outsourcing & offshoring business including:

1. Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry
3. Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring
4. BPO and KPO: White-Collar and Professional Tasks Such as Law and Accounting Are Outsourced/Call Centers Become More Sophisticated
5. Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home
6. Health Care Goes Offshore, Medical Tourism and Clinical Trials Continue in China, India
   and Elsewhere
7. From Korea to India to Singapore to China, Nations Compete Fiercely in Biotech
   Development
8. Offshoring to India Drives Changes in the Global Consulting Industry
9. R&D Expands in Chinese Research Parks/Patent Filings Soar
10. Outsourcing and Offshoring of Research, Development and Engineering Grow Along with Globalization
11. Wage Rise Slows in China/Vietnam and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share
12. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere
13. Many Industry Sectors Seek Consulting and Outsourcing Income, Competing with Pure Consultancies
14. Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing
15. Globalization and Worldwide Collaboration Fuel the Research Efforts of Major Corporations
16. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services
17. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
18. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
19. The Future of Outsourcing & Offshoring

Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Statistics

1. Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Services Supplied to Foreign & U.S. Markets Through Trade & Through Affiliates: 1999-2018
3. U.S. Trade in Services by Major Category: 2013-March 2020
4. U.S. Trade in Services by Affiliation & by Type: 2016-2018
5. U.S. Trade in Services by Affiliation & by Type: 2013-2016
6. U.S. Trade in Services by Affiliation & by Type: 2011-2014
7. Estimated Revenue for Professional, Scientific & Technical Services Firms, U.S.: 2014-2018
8. Top 50 Countries Exporting Textiles & Apparel to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2018-2019
9. Top Ten Suppliers & Destinations of U.S. Computers & Electronic Products: 2012-2019

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Automatic Data Processing Inc (ADP)
• Benchmark Electronics Inc
• Acxiom Corp
• Affiliated Computer Services Inc
• Randstad Holding NV
• Alliance Data Systems Corporation
• Amdocs Limited
• Aon Hewitt
• Aramark
• Ariba Inc

June 19, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Almanac, 2021 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

In the history of the world of business, very few industries have enjoyed the stellar growth that we have seen in electronic media and entertainment over the past few decades. There is every reason for continued optimism regarding future growth of games, apps and social media due to the booming growth in Internet users globally, improvements in Internet access, and the continuing and dramatic evolution of electronic platforms, particularly smartphones and tablet computers. On the horizon, embedded, wearable and ubiquitous computing will be the next underlying technology advance that will further drive apps and social media, while virtual reality may take games and entertainment to an entirely new level.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 200 companies in the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-572-1 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-880-7 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 304

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 183

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the games, apps & social media business including:

1. Introduction to the Games, Apps and Social Media Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry
3. Overview of the Electronic Games Industry
4. Overview of the Mobile Apps Industry
5. Overview of the Social Media Industry
6. Social Media Generates Billions of Dollars in Global Online and Mobile Ad Revenues
7. TVs Are Internet Ready/Game Consoles and Set Top Accessories like Roku and Chromecast Stream Content
8. New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales
9. Online Games Compete with Consoles
10. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Technologies Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow
11. Fantasy Sports Post Growth, with 60 Million Players
12. eSports: Electronic Games Become Spectator Sports
13. Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games Publishers
14. Global Mobile Apps Revenues Hit $85.5 Billion Yearly
15. Embedded LTE Wi-Fi and Onboard Apps Incorporated by Auto Makers in New Car Infotainment Systems
16. Gamification: Games Technology Boosts Education and Training
17. Sports Equipment and Social Media Converge
18. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers
19. The Future of Games, Apps & Social Media

Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Statistics

1. Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Internet Usage Demographics, U.S.: 2019
3. Use of Different Online Platforms: 2019
4. Social Media Usage Demographics, U.S.: 2019
5. Home Broadband Adoption Demographics, U.S.: 2019
6. Smartphone Adoption Demographics, U.S.: 2019
7. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2014-2019
8. Quarterly Software Publishing Industry Revenues, U.S.: 1st Quarter 2019-4th Quarter 2019
9. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue, Inventories & Expenses: 2014-2019
10. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Selected Expenses: 2014-2019
11. Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite): Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2019
12. Internet Publishing & Broadcasting & Web Search Portals: Estimated Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2014-2019
13. Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2014-2019
14. Internet Access Technologies Compared

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Activision Blizzard Inc
• NetEase Inc
• Tapjoy Inc
• Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
• Giant Network Group Co Ltd
• Apple Inc
• Aristocrat Leisure Ltd
• Electronic Arts Inc (EA)
• EB GAMES
• GameStop Corp

June 11, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Consulting Industry Almanac, 2020 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Global consulting industry revenues (including HR, IT, strategy, operations, management and business advisory services) will reach approximately $460 billion in 2020, according to Plunkett Research estimates. As corporate profits in general have grown dramatically in recent years, executives are reasonably willing to authorize new consulting projects as long as they see the potential for a good return on the cost. Over the same period, growth in government budgets in the U.S. and much of Europe have been under tremendous pressure at the national, state and local levels. Even with a rebound on most state and local levels, efforts are still underway to lower or outright curtail spending and debt. This has been particularly hard on some consulting firms, since governmental agencies are prime clients for consultancies.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 250 companies in Consulting.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-535-6 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-879-1 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 360

Statistical Tables Provided:

Companies Profiled: 238

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 world’s top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the consulting business including:

1. Introduction to the Consulting Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Consulting Industry
3. Consulting in Emerging Nations/The Offshoring of Consulting Projects
4. Management Consulting and Consulting to Major Corporations
5. Consulting to Governments/U.S. Federal and State Consulting Contracts
6. Federal Government Consulting May Grow as Many U.S. Agencies Seek Cost-Efficiencies
7. IT Consulting/Software Consulting/ Computer Operations Consulting
8. Trends in Manufacturing, such as Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs), Lead to Collaboration and Consulting-Like Services
9. Consulting Firms Accept Assignments with Contingency Fees
10. Consulting Firms Acquire Digital Advertising Agencies, Extending Their Marketing Services
11. Accounting Firms Taking Large Market Share of Consulting Contracts
12. Many Industry Sectors Seek Consulting and Outsourcing Income, Competing with Pure Consultancies
13. Major Corporations and Organizations Develop Internal Consultants and Seek Outside

Clients

14. Corporate Clients Want Solid Returns on IT Investments
15. Consultancies Position Themselves to Serve Global Markets and Multinational Corporations
16. Offshoring to India Drives Changes in Global Consulting
17. BPO and KPO: White-Collar and Professional Tasks Are such as Law and Accounting Are Outsourced/Call Centers Become More Sophisticated
18. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
19. New MBAs Desire Consulting and Accounting Jobs

Consulting Industry Statistics

1. Consulting Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Consulting Industry Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2014-2019
3. Management Consulting Companies: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2014-2018
4. Consulting Industry Employment, U.S.: 2014-March 2020

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Abt Associates Inc
• Arthur D Little
• Helios & Matheson Analytics Inc
• ABB LTD
• Abelica Global
• Affiliated Computer Services Inc
• PA Consulting Group
• Randstad Holding NV
• Amey plc
• Analysts International Corporation

June 03, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Education, EdTech (Education Technology) & MOOCs Almanac, 2020 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Education is one of the largest activities in the world in terms of employees, expenditures and consumers—that is, students. However, education’s expenditures, quality of output, and ultimate results vary wildly from nation to nation, and from place to place within nations. Technology-based education solutions are gathering tremendous momentum, and in many cases, they are being carefully tested and applied in real school situations. Online learning is gathering speed at all levels, from home schooling of high school students, to basic courses for university students, to essential skills training for corporate employees.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 150 companies in Education, EdTech & MOOCs industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-533-2 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-878-4 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 252

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 157

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Education, EdTech (Education Technology) & MOOCs business including:

1. Introduction to the Education, EdTech (Education Technology) & MOOCs Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on Education
3. Corporate Training and Adult Education Markets Continue to Grow Worldwide
4. Tuition Assistance for Employees Is Spent at Online Universities
5. Education in Emerging Nations Faces Unique Challenges
6. A Wide Range of Software to Enhance Learning and Improve Education’s Cost-

Effectiveness Is Offered by Large Firms and Startups Alike

7. Adaptive Learning Technology Adjusts Classroom Pace to Each Individual Student’s Ability
8. Innovative Companies Score Big Successes in Adult and Leisure Learning Online
9. Affordable Degrees Are Served Up Online and in Hybrid (“Blended Education”) Models
10. Charter Schools Post Growth, Create Controversy as Traditional School Alternatives
11. Technology and the Internet Enable Virtual Schools, Ranging from Virtual Public Charter Schools to Online Universities
12. The Internet Enables the Flipped Classroom, Pioneered by Khan Academy Tutorials
13. MOOCs, Massive Open Online Courses: Startups Seek Elusive Profits
14. U.S. and U.K. Universities Serve Up Education to Foreigners/Private Schools Grow Rapidly Outside the U.S.
15. Gamification: Games Technology Boosts Education and Training
16. The Future of Education

Education Industry Statistics

1. U.S. Education Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Global Education Statistics and Market Size Overview
3. School Enrollment of the Population 3 Years Old and Over, by Level of School, U.S.: 1964-2018
4. U.S. Population Age 25 and Older, by Educational Attainment: 1940-2019
5. PreK-12th Grade Student Enrollment, By School Level & Race/Ethnicity, U.S.: Selected Years, 1995-2018
6. Number & Percent Distribution of Public Elementary & Secondary Students & Schools, By Traditional or Charter School Status & Selected Characteristics: 2000-2001 & 2017-2018
7. Total & Current Expenditures Per Pupil in Public Elementary & Secondary Schools, U.S.: Selected Years, 1919-2017
8. Average PISA Test Scores for Mathematics, Selected OECD & Non-OECD Countries: 2018
9. Average PISA Test Scores for Reading, Selected OECD & Non-OECD Countries: 2018
10. Average PISA Test Scores for Science, Selected OECD & Non-OECD Countries: 2018
11. Total Fall Enrollment in Degree-Granting Postsecondary Institutions, U.S.: 1967-2018
12. Average Annual Costs for Full-Time Undergraduates at Degree-Granting Post-Secondary Institutions: 1969-2019
13. Educational Services Industry Revenue, U.S.: 2014-2019
14. Employment in Education Occupations, U.S.: May 2019

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Apollo Education Group Inc
• Broadview Institute Inc
• Franklin Covey Co
• DeVry Education Group Inc
• ECollege.com Inc
• iLinc Communications Inc
• HealthStream Inc
• Instructivision Inc
• Cengage Learning
• Edmentum Inc

June 02, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Real Estate & Construction Industry Almanac, 2020 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The real estate and construction sectors, including the many professions and fields associated with them, are among the larger components of the global economy. Home prices have rebounded dramatically from the depths of the recent recession. Home builders in the U.S. are enjoying robust sales and profits. Although more than a few observers are concerned that another housing bubble is developing. Globally, the long-term expectation is that there will be continuing demand from the health care sector for new or remodeled properties, as the percentage of the population over age 65 continues to grow in many nations

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 450 companies in Real Estate & Construction Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-532-5 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-877-7 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 610

Statistical Tables Provided: 20

Companies Profiled: 461

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the real estate, construction & home building business including:

1. Introduction to the Real Estate and Construction Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Real Estate & Construction Industry
3. Low Interest Rates, Tighter Lending Standards and the Coronavirus’ Effect on the Mortgage Market
4. Online Competition Changes the Mortgage Industry
5. Millennials Buying Homes/High Prices Pose Challenges
6. Real Estate Online Services Continue to Grow
7. Internet-Based Home Sales and Cheap Commissions Rock 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. Retail Center Occupancy Is Challenged as Online Sales and the Coronavirus Hurt Stores
15. Malls Remodel to Boost Sales and Attract Shoppers/Store Visitor Counts Are Disappointing
16. Tiny Apartments and Condos Proliferate, Solve Affordability Problem
17. Hotel Mergers Enable Chains to Claim Market Share, Add Unique Properties
18. Remodeling Market Is Strong
19. Shared Spaces for Co-Living and Co-Working Face Challenges
20. The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Smart Home
21. The Future of Housing/The Future of Cities

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.: 2015-2019
3. Value of U.S. Private Construction Put in Place: 2013-2019
4. Value of U.S. Public Construction Put in Place: 2013-2019
5. Estimates of the Total Housing Inventory for the U.S.: 2018-2019
6. Assets & Liabilities, U.S. Agency- & Government Sponsored Enterprise (GSE)-Backed
   Securities by Holder: 2011-2019
7. Commercial, Residential & Farm Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2011-2019
8. Home Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2011-2019
9. Mortgage Loans Outstanding, U.S.: 1985-2019
10. New Privately-Owned Housing Units Started, U.S.: 1985-2019
11. Homeownership Rates by Region, U.S.: Selected Years, 1965-2019
12. Homeownership Rates by Race & Ethnicity of Householder, U.S.: 1999-2019
13. Homeownership Rates by Age of Householder, U.S.: Selected Years, 2000-2019
14. Average Sales Prices of New Homes Sold in U.S.: 1963-2019
15. Median & Average Sales Price of New Single Family Homes by Region, U.S.: 1989-2019
16. New Single Family Homes Sold by Region, U.S.: 1985-2019
17. New Single Family Homes Sold by Type of Financing, U.S.: 1989-2019
18. Rental & Homeowner Vacancy Rates by Area, U.S.: Selected Years, 2005-2019
19. Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2015- February 2020
20. Miscellaneous Real Estate & Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2015- February 2020

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Archstone Trust
• AMERCO (U-Haul)
• Clayton Homes Inc
• Accor North America
• Extended Stay America Inc
• Kerzner International Limited
• Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc
• Diversicare Healthcare Services Inc
• Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc
• Riverview Realty Partners

Everything will Change: Covid-19’s Key Effects on Lifestyles, Consumers and Business for the Future

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To learn about the new norm for Covid-19, please join Jack Plunkett, CEO of Plunkett Research, Ltd., for an informal and no-holds-barred discussion of technologies, households, consumers, and business sectors. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Plunkett speak about:
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• Business and Industry: lasting changes in key business sectors
• Lasting changes in lifestyles

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Complete Guide to the Engineering & Research Industry From Plunkett Research 2020

May 21, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Engineering & Research Industry Almanac, 2020 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

In industrialized nations, R&D investment has risen from an average of about 1.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 1980 to about 2.0% today. The U.S. continues to lead the world in terms of total investment in research and development, at about $608 billion during 2020. However, it ranks behind many other industrialized nations in terms of R&D as a percent of GDP. Meanwhile, U.S. corporations continue to fund massive engineering projects and research budgets of their own. Top research investors among U.S. companies include Amazon, Alphabet (Google), Merck & Co., Pfizer, Microsoft, IBM, Johnson & Johnson and Intel. Engineering, science and research and development provide large numbers of well-paying jobs in America and around the world.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 500 companies in the Engineering & Research industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: 978-1-62831-531-8 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-876-0 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 662

Statistical Tables Provided: 22

Companies Profiled: 478

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the engineering & research business including:

1. Introduction to the Engineering & Research Industry
2. A Short History of U.S. Industrial Research & Development
3. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Engineering & Research Industry
4. R&D Expands in Chinese Research Parks/Patent Filings Soar
5. Outsourcing and Offshoring of Research, Development and Engineering Grow Along With Globalization
6. Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing
7. The State of the Biotechnology Industry Today
8. From Korea to India to Singapore to China, Nations Compete Fiercely in Biotech Development
9. Globalization and Worldwide Collaboration Fuel the Research Efforts of Major Corporations
10. Number of Patent Applications Remains High/Patent Laws Change
11. 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design
12. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
13. Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues/Fuel Cell Cars Enter Market
14. Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) to See Massive New Investments by Auto Makers
15. Major Research and Advancements in Lithium Batteries/Tesla and Panasonic Operate the Gigafactory
16. The Future: Pervasive Computing and Complete Mobility Will Be Standard
17. Supercomputing Hits 148.6 Petaflops/IBM’s Watson Expands Commercial Applications for Big Data
18. Superconductivity Provides Advanced Electricity Distribution Technology
19. Private, Reusable Rockets Launch Commercial Satellites, Lowering Costs
20. Technology Discussion—Synthetic Biology
21. The Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure, Mobility Services and Hyperloop
22. HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced Materials
23. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics

Engineering & Research Industry Statistics

1. Engineering & Research Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Quarterly Engineering & Research Industry Revenues, U.S.: 2019
3. Engineering & Scientific Research & Development Services: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2014-2018
4. Federal R&D Funding by Character of Work and Facilities and Equipment, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
5. Federal R&D Budget & Distribution by Agency, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
6. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for National Defense, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
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 2019-2021
9. NASA Budget Appropriations & Projections: 2019-2025
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: 2019-2021
15. U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) Budget: Fiscal Years 2018-2020
16. Research Funding for Biological Sciences, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
17. Research Funding for Engineering, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
18. Domestic U.S. Biopharmaceutical R&D & R&D Abroad, PhRMA Member Companies: 1980-2018
19. Top 30 U.S. Patent Recipient Organizations: 2018
20. The U.S. Drug Discovery & Approval Process
21. Employment in Engineering Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: 2016-February 2020
22. Employment in Life & Physical Science Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: May 2019

Companies Mentioned Include:

• 3M COMPANY
• Adobe Systems Inc
• Agfa-Gevaert NV
• Benchmark Electronics Inc
• AB Volvo
• ABB LTD
• Abbott Laboratories
• Jaguar Land Rover Ltd
• ACTIVISION BLIZZARD INC
• Acxiom Corp