This week, industry analysts covered news items and research related to the pet industry, clinical chemistry, electric vehicles, tariffs, pressure sensitive tapes, and smart farming. Scan the headlines below to learn more.

There are many different sources for new business opportunities, but according to Raffi Amit, a professor of management at the Wharton School, perhaps the most promising ideas come from fully understanding customer needs.

According to a new market intelligence report by BIS Research, the global smart farming market is expected to reach $23.14 billion by 2022, rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.3% from 2017 to 2022.

The market growth is primarily attributed to the increasing demand for higher crop yield, the growing penetration of information and communication technology (ICT) in farming, and the increasing need for climate-smart agriculture.

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Identifying “the next big thing” is no easy task, but companies must constantly seek out new market opportunities in order to sustain long-term growth in an increasingly competitive environment.

Finding ways to generate additional revenue is at the cornerstone of any successful organization, and it’s particularly important now, as disruptive innovation, shifting trade policies, and rapidly evolving technologies force companies to adapt quickly.

The chemical industry will continue to undergo rapid change in the next decade. Chemical companies must adapt quickly to maintain a competitive edge, overcome challenges, and embrace new market opportunities.

This article describes three major chemical industry trends to watch in the coming years, based on studies published by MarketsandMarkets, a global market research firm.

This week, our industry analysts tackled a number of article topics related to Gen Z, DNA sequencing, the impact of tariffs, the growing trend of e-bikes, consumer electronics repair, and more.

We've compiled a list of recent articles below so you can easily scan through headlines and access different market research blogs in one place.

According to a market research report by BIS Research, the Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) technology market was estimated at $50 million in 2017 and is estimated to reach $8.23 billion by 2027.

Is there a real market for my product or service? If so, how big is the need? Will customers actually buy what I plan to offer? Entrepreneurs face these critical questions every day.

This week’s topics range from cold brew coffee, salty snacks, and bottled water, to educational publishing, solar roofing, and 3D printing materials.

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