First Research, Inc.
Foremost among First Research's clientele are industry leaders in sectors including banking, accounting, insurance, technology, telecommunications, business process outsourcing, and professional services. Notable customers encompass prominent entities such as ADP, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Sprint.
The effectiveness of First Research's offerings is evidenced by its widespread adoption, boasting a user base of over 60,000 sales professionals. The benefits of First Research's tools extend to any organization that engages with prospects spanning diverse industries.
In the intricate realm of business, First Research's Industry Intelligence Tools emerge as a strategic catalyst, facilitating quicker comprehension of market nuances, sharper decision-making, and expedited collaboration between sales and marketing teams. By fostering these outcomes, First Research enhances the competitive edge of enterprises across varied sectors.
633 Reports from First Research, Inc.
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Professional Employer Organizations
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide outsourced human resources (HR) management services to client businesses. Major companies include Automatic Data Processing (ADP), Insperity, and Paychex, all of which are based in the US. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Demand i ... Read More
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Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry primarily retail a general line of food such as canned and frozen foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as prepared meats, fish, and poultry. Major companies in the industry include Costco, Kroger, Target, and Walmart (al ... Read More
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Public Schools K-12
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Institutions in this industry provide primary and secondary classroom education as part of public school systems. The biggest US districts include New York City Department of Education, Los Angeles Unified, Chicago Public Schools, and Miami-Dade County P ... Read More
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Lighting Equipment Manufacturing
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture electric light bulbs and tubes, as well as lighting fixtures, lamp shades, and other components and parts. Major companies include Acuity Brands, Hubbell, and TCP Lighting (all based in the US), as well as OSRAM (Ge ... Read More
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Computer & Office Equipment Wholesalers
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute computers, computer equipment, and packaged computer software, as well as office machines and equipment. Major US-based companies include Ingram Micro, ScanSource, Tech Data, and divisions of diversified electronics ... Read More
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Plumbing & HVAC Contractors
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry install and service plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning equipment. Major companies from the US include ARS/Rescue Rooter, Comfort Systems USA, EMCOR, and TDIndustries. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE New technology for HVAC and plumb ... Read More
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Insurance Carriers
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry underwrite insurance policies and annuities that are paid out in the case of death, illness, injury, or damage to property. Major companies include AIG, Anthem, MetLife, Prudential Financial, State Farm, and UnitedHealthcare (a ... Read More
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Bus Transportation Services
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry transport passengers by bus. Major companies include First Student, Greyhound, and Transdev (all are US-based divisions of FirstGroup); as well as Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport (India); ComfortDelGro (Singapore); FirstGro ... Read More
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Hair Care Services
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate hair salons and barber shops. Major companies include Regis Corporation and Sport Clips (both based in the US), as well as Klier (Germany) and Stefan Hair Fashions (Australia). COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Demand is driven by ... Read More
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Education Sector
Education Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Institutions in this industry provide instruction and training to students enrolled in elementary through high schools, colleges and universities, and training centers that offer industrial, professional, and vocational programs. Institu ... Read More
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Textile Manufacturing
Textile Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate mills that produce textiles and textile products from natural and synthetic materials. Major companies include Milliken and WL Gore & Associates (both based in the US); Chinatex and Weiqiao Tex ... Read More
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Specialty Food Stores
Specialty Food Stores Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry sell products such as meat, fish, fruits and vegetables, baked goods, candy, and gourmet foods from physical retail locations, often specializing in a single product category. No major companies dominate t ... Read More
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Lumber Wholesalers
Lumber Wholesalers Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry distribute lumber and plywood products, wood windows and doors, and millwork. Major US companies include Builders FirstSource, Forest City Trading Group, HD Supply, and Tumac Lumber. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Dem ... Read More
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Aerospace Products & Parts Manufacturing
Aerospace Products & Parts Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry develop and manufacture aircraft, aircraft components, and missiles and space vehicles. Major companies include US-based Boeing, General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Rayt ... Read More
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Wholesale Sector
Wholesale Sector Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this sector distribute nondurable or durable goods, typically specializing by product category. Major US distributors include Avnet (electronics), McKesson (drugs and medical supplies), and Sysco (foods); top companies based ... Read More
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Electrical Contractors
Electrical Contractors Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry install and maintain electrical wiring and equipment. Major companies include Bergelectric, EMCOR, IES Holdings, MYR Group and Rosendin Electric (all based in the US). COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Most electrica ... Read More
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Automotive Parts & Accessories Stores
Automotive Parts & Accessories Stores Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry operate physical retail establishments that sell new, used, and/or repaired automobile parts and accessories, as well as repair and install automotive accessories. Major companies include A ... Read More
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Education & Training Services
Education & Training Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry include business and secretarial schools; technical and trade schools; and providers of tutoring, exam preparation, and other instruction. Major companies include Adtalem Global Education, Perdoceo ... Read More
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Nursery & Floriculture Production
Nursery & Floriculture Production Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry grow nursery and floriculture products such as flowers, nursery stock, shrubbery, trees, and seeds. Major US companies include Altman Plants, Bell Nursery, Costa Farms, Kurt Weiss Greenhouses, ... Read More
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Film & Video
Film & Video Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry comprise of establishments primarily engaged in production and/or distribution of motion pictures, videos, television programs, commercials or the postproduction and related services. Major US companies include Dis ... Read More
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Landscaping Services
Landscaping Services Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry provide landscape care and maintenance services, as well as landscape design and construction. Major US companies include Asplundh Tree Expert, BrightView Landscapes, Davey Tree, and TruGreen. Outside the U ... Read More
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Automobile Rental & Leasing
Automobile Rental & Leasing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry rent and lease passenger cars and trucks without drivers and utility trailers. Major companies include Avis Budget Group, Enterprise Holdings, Hertz Global Holdings, Ryder, and U-Haul (all based in t ... Read More
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Snack Foods Manufacturing
Snack Foods Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry make snack foods such as nuts, chips, and popcorn, as well as peanut butter. Major companies include Clif Bar & Company, Frito-Lay, Mondelez International, Utz Brands, Wonderful Pistachios & Al ... Read More
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Religious Organizations
Religious Organizations Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Religious organizations operate churches, temples, monasteries, mosques, and similar places of worship. The largest groups include Christians, Muslims, and Hindus; major types of Christian churches include Anglican, Catholic, Prot ... Read More
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Aircraft Engine & Parts Manufacturing
Aircraft Engine & Parts Manufacturing Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter: Companies in this industry manufacture aircraft engines and engine parts; as well as fuselage, propeller and rotor, landing gear, electric and hydraulic control, and avionics systems. Major companies include GE Aeros ... Read More

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