Industry report on Internet data centre (IDC) market in APAC for a global PE firm

In support of a significant investment in an Internet data centre by a major private equity investor, we studied market size, growth, trends, key players and their market share, service offerings, purchasing patterns, typical customers, and other industry information.

Outsourcing destination assessment for a provider country’s consulate

Interviewed more than 60 CEOs of top Indian BPO companies to assess parameters affecting destination choices for delivery centres outside India, with specific reference to near-shore centres, and the client country in particular.

Study of IT & BPO offshore captive units of the top 100 banks

Analyzed the captive and shared services offshore operations (IT and BPO) of the 100 largest banks and financial institutions in the world. The research captured service capabilities, size, employees, location and infrastructure of back office units in over 20 countries, and involved extensive senior level interviews.

Investment Opportunities in Outsourced Publishing BPO

A private equity fund was evaluating an investment in outsourced publishing services, with a focus on the STM (Scientific, Technical, & Medical) and educational publishing. We assessed viability via an analysis of publishers' and vendors' cost structures, & supply chain, and built scenarios highlighting future trends in cost structures.

Partner selection for a leading US Internet job site

Evaluated market potential and analyzed India entry options (subsidiary, JV, franchise), identified potential partners and developed criteria for short-listing. Initiated contact between client and key decision makers at target firms.

Opportunities in technical B2B magazine publishing in India

A European publisher wanted to understand the Indian market for B2B magazines in the industrial, chemical, energy and electronics segments. The research included industry structure, competition, trends, operational costs, marketing strategies, etc. to guide the eventual decision on whether /how to enter the Indian market.

Report on consulting demand from the media and telecom sectors

Analyzed global consulting market for communications and media industries (MICE) detailing trends, insights, key drivers and inhibitors. Estimated market size, growth rates and analyzed competitive landscape.

Opportunity assessment of the global ERM market

Studied Enterprise Risk Management involving size of products and services markets globally, growth rates, market spend break down by type of service (software vs. consulting), risk class and risk service.

Competitor benchmarking for a Fortune 500 IT company

Analyzed product features of learning management solutions, marketing strategies and positioning of enterprise application, technology and point solution firms in e-learning. Included interviews with software vendors, distributors and experts in the US.

Supply chain analysis in agriculture and dairy

Research to identify key growth drivers and investment opportunities in distribution/supply chain in selected food segments. We mapped consumption patterns and benchmarked the extent of enabling infrastructure in specific regions. The study also identified potential local partners based on predetermined financial and operational criteria.