Improving Sustainability with Green Technology

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The next big thing in wireless Internet service is 5G (“Fifth Generation”) technology.  The concept is expected to produce blinding download speeds of one gigabyte per second (Gbps), and perhaps as high as 10 Gbps.  Demand is rising for instantaneous connectivity, calling for latency (meaning response time) of less than a few milliseconds, compared to today’s 50 milliseconds.  This technology will eventually change your entire wireless experience, with near-instant downloads of cloud-based data, and incredibly fast access to movies, TV and video.

2 billion new cellphones are sold around the world each year.  Most of them are smartphones. Smartphones will continue to morph into ever more complex, multi-purpose personal communication devices thanks to the availability of apps of all types.  Smartphone circuitry will become much more powerful, piggybacking off the revolution in ultra-fast, multi-processor power in handheld game machines.  Chips will become more energy efficient.

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South Korea’s mobile carriers, manufacturers and the South Korean government are working together to spend $1.57 billion to make 5G technology commercially available as early as 2020.  The EU and South Korea agreed to cooperate to develop systems, establish standards and acquire radio frequencies necessary to implement 5G networks.  The partnership will be led by Europe’s 5G PPP and South Korea’s 5G Forum.  KT Corp (in partnership with Samsung Electronics) reached data transmission speeds of 7.5 Gbps in a test in early 2015.  The firm announced plans to launch 5G during the Winter Olympics in South Korea in 2018.  Meanwhile, China’s Huawei Technologies plans to invest $600 million through 2018 on 5G.

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Smartphones now rule the wireless world, selling billions of new units yearly.  There are now more wireless subscription accounts worldwide than there are people on Earth, as some consumers have more than one account.

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All the information you need about the global wireless industry can be found at Plunkett Research, including our wireless research center online, and our just-published, completely-updated Plunkett’s Wireless, Wi-Fi and RFID Industry Almanac, 2017 edition.  See  https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/wireless-cellphone-rfid-market-research/

 

 

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Online merchandise, entertainment ticket and travel sales will be over $400 billion in the US, and $2 trillion worldwide during 2017.  Ecommerce will continue to leap ahead, as consumers become accustomed to buying merchandise online that they were previously intent on purchasing only in stores.  This includes online growth in food sales, such as everyday groceries and ready-to-cook meal packages. 

Amazon.com, was growing at a 25%+ rate during 2016, with total revenues in the $130 billion range.  That’s nearly two and one-half times its revenues of 2011!  While Wal-Mart remains the world’s largest retailer ($486 billion in sales), it isn’t hard to imagine Amazon eventually surpassing Wal-Mart in the future.  Consumer and technology trends are in Amazon’s favor, and the entire world is Amazon’s market. 

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Traditional retailing is under attack worldwide by the convenience and everyday low prices offered by ecommerce.  In the U.S., ecommerce grew by about 11% during the Christmas 2016 season alone—this type of growth makes traditional retailers green with envy.  Shopping via smartphone is soaring.  Many retail store chains are justifiably terrified of the future. Amazon is expecting such dramatic growth in the U.S. that it recently announced plans to hire 100,000 additional America employees.

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All the information you need about the global ecommerce business can be found at Plunkett Research, including our ecommerce research center online, and our just-published, completely-updated Plunkett’s E-Commerce & Internet Business Almanac, 2017 edition.

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Globally, retailing is one of the world’s largest employers, including 16 million workers in the U.S. alone.  Official retail numbers can be confusing, however, because the official government count ($5.5 trillion revenues in the U.S. alone) includes car and gasoline sales.  A better indicator is the GAFO category (general merchandise, apparel, furniture and miscellaneous stores) at $1.3 trillion yearly, and food/beverage stores at $700 billion (U.S. numbers).

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Retailing is under attack by the convenience and everyday low prices offered by ecommerce.  Mall traffic is down and department stores are closing locations, while consumers click to buy from home.  This trend is irreversible, and the retail chains of the future will be smaller than today, both in store size and in total store count. 

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Top Retailers:  (estimated fiscal 2016 sales, billions of $US)

Wal-Mart                      $482 bil

CVS                             $160 bil

Costco                         $119 bil.

Kroger                         $110 bil.

Walgreens Boots         $117 bil.

Carrefour                     $85 bil.

Home Depot                $88 bil.

Tesco                          $67 bil.

ALDO Group                $74 bil.

Target                          $74 bil.

AEON Co                     $74 bil.

While Wal-Mart is the world’s largest retailer by far, its revenues are under pressure, falling by $3 billion during 2016.  (Wal-Mart is about 3 ½ times larger than online giant Amazon.com.)  Wal-Mart’s key strategies include everyday low prices and massive, high-quality grocery departments that boost traffic.  Weekly store visits total 260 million shoppers, served by 2.3 million employees.  Meanwhile, Wal-Mart is investing intensely in increasing its own online sales, including its acquisition of Amazon competitor jet.com.

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All the information you need about this business can be found at Plunkett Research, including our retail research center online, and our just-published, completely-updated 2017 edition Plunkett’s Retail Industry Almanac.  See  https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/retailing-stores-market-research/

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Food Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The food and beverage industry is among the most competitive and globally-linked of all business sectors. For example, our market research shows that many of America’s best-known food packagers, such as Heinz, get 30%, 50% and even higher percentages of their total revenues from outside the U.S. American brand names such as Coca-Cola and Starbucks are known worldwide, as are European brands such as Nestle.

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and industry statistics
• Industry associations list
• Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 717              

Statistical Tables Provided: 30

Companies Profiled: 519

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

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

              1.  Analysis of major food business trends and markets

              2.  Historical food industry, supermarket and agricultural sector statistics

              3.  Profiles of major snack producers such as Mondelez and Frito-Lay

              4.  Profiles of food retailers of all types

              5.  Alternative foods, natural foods, health foods and organic food markets

              6.  Gourmet and specialty foods manufacturers and sellers

              7.  Natural and health foods stores including Whole Foods

              8.  Leading coffee purveyors such as Starbucks and Green Mountain

              9.  Leading dairy product firms such as Land O’Lakes

            10.  Emerging technologies, including genetically-modified (GM) foods

            11.  Profiles of giant food distributors such as Sysco

            12.  Profiles of leading beverage companies including Coca Cola

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Alkaline Water Company Inc (The)
• Biglari Holdings Inc
• Flowers Foods Inc
• Lotte Food Co Ltd

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

 

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HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Green Technology Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.  

Green Technology has evolved to encompass a broad variety of businesses and industries. Energy conservation is a key focus, but sectors including recycling, water technology, building materials, heating and air conditioning systems, retailing, transportation, manufacturing and industrial processes are also becoming big users of innovative green technologies. As costs for such technologies become lower, adopters are beginning to see a good return on investment.

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and industry statistics
• Industry associations list
• Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 447

Statistical tables provided: 27

Companies profiled: 278

Geographic focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the green technology business, clean technologies and much more, including:

1. High energy costs push energy conservation technology to the forefront
2. Construction industry focuses on greener, eco-friendly buildings, better  insulation, energy conservation and water conservation
3. High commodity prices boost recycling
4. Renewable energy sources continue to forge ahead worldwide, especially  wind and solar
5. Corporate giants, from GE to Wal-Mart, invest in green technologies, introducing cost-efficiencies and exciting new products in the process
6. New transportation technologies boost efficiency, cut emissions and reduce costs
7. Global regulatory environment pushes green agenda
8. Predictive analytics and remote data sensors are a key focus of greener technologies
9. Packaging is redesigned to reduce weight and encourage recycling
10. Nanotechnology has applications in green tech

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Amyris Inc
• Canadian Solar Inc
• Hyflux Ltd
• Ormat Technologies Inc
• SolarCity Corp

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

 

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s InfoTech Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technological analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global computer industry continues to surge ahead, with innovative new hardware, software and services. Meanwhile, important new trends are developing, including software-as-a-service, and the “cloud” of data and services housed online. Designing devices so that they consume less electric power continues to be a prime focus, while mobile devices offer a soaring market.

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and industry statistics
• Industry associations list
• Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 644

Statistical tables provided: 14

Companies profiled: 482

Geographic focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the business of InfoTech, including:

1.  Mobile devices, laptops and tablets
2.  Contract electronics manufacturing
3.  IT markets in developing nations, such as China and India
4.  IT consulting and outsourcing
5.  Broadband access trends
6.  Nanotechnology breakthroughs in chips and ultra-dense memory
7.  Server virtualization
8.  Software-as-a-Service
9.  The Cloud
10.  Supercomputing
11.  Open source systems

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Alps Electric Co Ltd
• Cognex Corp
• Extreme Networks Inc
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

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713.932.0000 (US)

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HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Entertainment & Media Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global entertainment and media industry is in the midst of vast changes—giant mergers and acquisitions, new technologies and online services are changing the landscape. Globalization and digitization are affecting everything from music to movies, radio, TV and book publishing.

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and industry statistics
• Industry associations list
• Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 588

Statistical Tables Provided: 17

Companies Profiled: 408

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the entertainment business, media business and television and radio industry, plus gambling, games and much more including:

1. Profiles of major entertainment chain stores and online retailers
2. Profiles of cable television and satellite television companies
3. Emerging technologies, including video on demand PVRs
4. Profiles and trends of top publishing companies
5. Profiles and trends of leading music publishers and recording firms
6. A discussion of trends in e-commerce, convergence and online entertainment
7. Profiles of leading broadcasters
8. Mergers and acquisitions
9. Internet radio, including Pandora and Spotify

Companies Profiled Include:

• Bertelsmann AG
• Full House Resorts Inc
• Kabel Deutschland AG
• Modern Times Group MTG AB

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Investment & Securities Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global investment industry is reeling from massive changes and challenges. Sovereign wealth funds have amassed trillions of dollars for investment purposes. Markets, from commodities to stocks to debt instruments and ordinary bonds, are subject to wild swings and 24/7 electronic trading. Markets and investments are increasingly globalized. Private equity funds are investing immense amounts of money; venture capital activity is strong; and hedge funds have become dominant investors in many types of assets. Corporate merger and acquisition (M&A) activity has been running at a very high rate in the U.S. and abroad.

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and industry statistics
• Industry associations list
• Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 516

Statistical Tables Provided: 16

Companies Profiled: 359

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

 

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, business analysis—everything you need you know about the business of investments, including:

1. Investment banking
2. Stock brokers
3. Discount brokers
4. Online brokers
5. Significant trends in financial information technologies
6. Asset management
7. Stock ownership by individuals and households
8. 401(k)s and pension plans
9. Mutual funds
10. ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds)
11. ECNs (Electronic Communication Networks)
12. Stock exchanges

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Aviva plc
• Citigroup Inc
• Fifth Third Bancorp
• HDFC Bank Ltd
• iStar Financial Inc
• Mizuho Financial Group Inc
• Northstar Realty Finance Corporation
• Piper Jaffray Companies

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com