Global Recruitment Industry Outlook for 2017 and 2018

Companies are increasingly turning to staffing and recruiting companies to find qualified candidates and expand their workforce in a cost-effective manner.

However, recruitment is being disrupted by technology — creating a host of new changes and opportunities in the years ahead. Read on for a quick overview of the industry, and learn about top recruiting companies, trends, and challenges.

Topics: Business Services & Administration Industry Insights

Market Research Weekly Wrap-Up: May 5, 2017

Check out the latest articles from MarketResearch.com's publishing divisions. Learn about a wide range of markets including:

  • Electronic medical records
  • Artifical intelligence
  • Pet products
  • Electric buses
  • And much more
Topics: Industry Insights

Electronic Medical Records: 7 Fast-Moving Trends to Watch

The $28 billion dollar electronic medical records (EMR) market is shaking up, nearly cracking, according to a new report by Kalorama Information, a leading healthcare market research firm.

The industry faces dissatisfaction among customers and IT staff shortages. Physicians are still not convinced EMRs reduce costs or improve patient care. On top of that, the Trump administration could usher in new policies, for better or worse.

Topics: Healthcare Kalorama Information Industry Insights

Artificial Intelligence Market Forecast, Plus Top Companies

Many of the world’s largest corporations are investing in artificial intelligence. Advancements in AI could give these companies “an unbelievable advantage,” according to the MIT Technology Review.

A concept once associated mostly with science fiction, AI is now being applied to everything from web search and personal assistants, to industrial robots, self-driving cars, and autonomous weapons.

Topics: Software & Enterprise Computing Industry Insights

Market Research Weekly Wrap-Up: April 28, 2017

Check out the latest industry analysis with fresh insights and perspectives from analysts in the field. 

Here's a list of recent articles from MarketResearch.com and our publishing divisions, plus a few interesting selections from other websites. 

Topics: Market Research Strategy Industry Insights

Animal Welfare an Increasing Concern for Consumers

Nearly 60 percent of U.S. consumers say they are more concerned about animal welfare, specifically as it relates to the food supply, than they were just a few years ago, according to a groundbreaking new report by Packaged Facts, a leading market research firm.

Most U.S. consumers believe livestock should be treated humanely and slaughtered in the least painful way possible. Key concerns include how animals are housed, fed, and handled. Antibiotic use is another top issue.

Topics: Food & Beverage Packaged Facts Industry Insights

Global Unmanned Ground Vehicle Market to Reach $9.06 Billion by 2023

According to a recent research report by BIS Research, titled Global Unmanned Ground Vehicle Market - Analysis and Forecast (2016-2023), the global unmanned ground vehicle market is expected to reach $9.06 billion by 2023. The major factors contributing to the growth of the market are reduced human intervention, increased efficiency and the flexibility offered by unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).

Topics: Transportation & Shipping Public Sector Industry Insights

Market Research Weekly Wrap-Up: April 21, 2017

Welcome to our new recurring blog series, where we'll bring you up to speed on the latest industry analysis and market research blogs from the past week. 

Take a look at recent articles from MarketResearch.com and our publishing divisions, plus a few top picks from other relevant websites and forums. 

Topics: Market Research Strategy Industry Insights

Asia Attracts Health Tourism with Low Prices and High Quality

Asia is one of the leading destinations for health tourism. Countries such as India, China, Malaysia, and Thailand are witnessing large numbers of medical tourists due to cheaper treatment costs and high-quality healthcare services. In 2016, Indians and Chinese spent around $68 and $431 per head respectively on medical treatment while Americans spent at least 19 times more. This is one of the key themes explored in The Business Research Company’s recent Healthcare Market Global Report 2017.

Topics: Pharmaceuticals Healthcare Industry Insights

Global Construction Equipment Market to Recover in 2017

The construction equipment industry is a classic cyclical market, with pronounced ups and downs and the potential for significant year-to-year swings in demand. But even this pattern has been disrupted over the last eight years or so as the industry has struggled to come to terms with the immediate aftermath of the global financial crisis.

Topics: Manufacturing & Construction Industry Insights