September 2024.
Introduction
The summer season often conjures images of vacations, relaxed schedules, and sun-soaked days. However, for market research companies, this period is far from a downtime. In fact, summer presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges for market research professionals. Here’s a closer look at what these companies can be up to during the summer months to benefit from the stagnancy.
Planning and Strategizing for the Upcoming Year
Summer is a prime time for market research companies to take a step back from the day-to-day grind and focus on long-term planning. Teams often use this period to analyze the first half of the year’s data, assess performance against annual goals, and adjust strategies as needed. This might involve:
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Evaluating Trends Reviewing the trends identified in the earlier months and predicting how they might evolve. |
Setting New Objectives
Aligning new research goals with clients’ future needs and market dynamics. |
Updating Methodologies Incorporating the latest research techniques and technologies to stay ahead of industry changes. |
Conducting Seasonal Research
Summer brings its own set of consumer behaviors and market trends. Companies might conduct specific research focused on:
| Seasonal Trends
Understanding how consumer preferences shift during the summer. This could involve studying changes in purchasing behavior related to travel, outdoor activities, and seasonal products. |
Vacation Impact
Analyzing how vacation schedules affect various industries, such as retail, tourism, and hospitality. |
Summer Campaign Effectiveness
Evaluating the success of summer marketing campaigns and promotions.
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Engaging in Social Media campaigns
The summer months often offer a chance to engage in social media work and publicity that might be more challenging at other times of the year.
We grew engagement significantly across all platforms this year compared to last year.
Top Posts by Engagement Rate.
Client Engagement and Relationship Building
Summer provides an opportunity for market research companies to strengthen client relationships. This might involve:
- Client Reach-out : Reach out to potential and existing clients.
- Networking Events: Attending or hosting industry events, conferences, and webinars to connect with potential and existing clients.
- Client Feedback: Gathering feedback from clients to understand their evolving needs and expectations.
Professional Development
With the quieter pace of summer, many market research professionals take the opportunity to focus on their own development. This includes:
Conclusion
While the summer season might bring a more relaxed pace in some industries, market research companies remain busy and productive. From strategic planning and seasonal research to client engagement and professional development, summer is a crucial time for these companies to innovate, evaluate, and prepare for the future. As the market landscape continues to evolve, these summer activities ensure that market research firms remain at the forefront of industry trends and are well-positioned to provide valuable insights to their clients year-round.
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