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Research and Insight 

Incisive, timely and relevant intelligence 

Embedded in the knowledge of our C-Suite networks and informed by the most up-to-date business conversations, our incisive research provides leaders with the intelligence and perspective they need to achieve greater impact.
 
Clients trust us to understand their organisations and apply solutions that will deliver clear return on investment. Our comprehensive expertise includes thought leadership, commercial intelligence, market sizing, client satisfaction and concept testing using a multitude of methods – including online, round tables, focus groups, telephone (CATI and depth), face to face and desk research.
 
Led by Research Director John Madden, our team of researchers produce a diverse mix of annual and bespoke reports – scroll down for some recent examples. Email john.madden@winmarkglobal.com to discuss your research requirements.

RESEARCH WITH PARTNERS, INSIGHTS FOR MEMBERS

Thought Leadership & Client Insights

Winmark delivers innovative thought leadership, working with partners to produce content with cut-through that engages senior audiences and delivers measurable impact. Our evidence-based approach helps deliver the best commercial outcomes, driving sales, increasing loyalty, or smoothing the customer journey. Insights and actionable recommendations are built upon a thorough understanding of business and client contexts, informed by our Winmark C-Suite networks.

Benchmarking & Diagnostics

For organisations keen to deliver optimal value for money, it can be a challenge to strike the perfect balance between minimising costs whilst making sure you are adequately resourced. Knowing how you compare to the wider market is key to inform and justify your resourcing decisions. Winmark’s benchmarking services help identify where team performance, resourcing, and salaries rank in comparison to the market.

 

Competitor & Market Intelligence

Winmark provides deep insight to organisations looking to secure competitive advantage. Our approach to scanning the competitive landscape combines digital tools with human expertise and understanding. This is underpinned by a compelling Digital Five Forces framework, an update to Michael Porter’s Five Forces for the age of digital transformation.

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The Looking Glass report on the 2022/23 risk landscape

A two part Winmark report produced in association with Clyde & Co. The risk landscape has become increasingly fast-moving and unpredictable, never more so than in the past 12 months, when COVID-19 has seriously tested the resilience and agility of all organisations.
The first report examines the overall risk landscape, focusing on People, Regulation and Technology.

The second report takes a deep dive into the key risks of digital transformation, climate change and post-Covid risk.

Guide to Climate Pledges

The pledge market can appear confusing at first, as there are a number of different routes that organisations can take. Pledges vary widely in their level of commitment and the resulting action required to achieve them. A pledge is the beginning of a strategic change and it’s important you choose or create the right one for your organisation. This guide was designed by Winmark’s Chief Sustainability Officer network to help senior executives assess which climate pledges they should make. It includes details of the Pledge Change Process, the Pledge Marketplace and a Recommended Pledge Process.

THE C-SUITE: 2021 AND BEYOND

Over 200 Board members and C-Suite Executives reveal how they are targeting growth in 2021 and beyond; and 32 business leaders share their personal perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing their team. Explore the key priorities for each department as they seek to create value for their customers, employees and society.

THE C-SUITE KNOWLEDGE GAP: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO ENTER THE C-SUITE 

What are the ‘knowledge gaps’ required to take the step up from middle management to the C-Suite? What areas of expertise need to be developed? This research based report provides the answers.