Archived News
November 2006
20.11.06
Customer image and performance assessment
Sambrook Research International has recently published a full market research report for the first time (a combination of client reports have been used, with changes made to the data and all references to the clients removed). The report highlights the depth of information that a qualitative research report from Sambrook can provide. To view of a copy of the report please click here.
September 2006
25.09.06
Businesses prefer independent market research firms
Businesses using independent market research consultants (such as Sambrook Research) are more likely to experience service level satisfaction than those using global agencies, according to a report issued by Ciao and the Independent Consultants Group. The survey found that 57% of respondents felt that large-scale companies were more interested in "selling a solution" than understanding a client's problems. The full story can be found via the market research bulletin here.
August 2006
23.08.06
Repeat business
We are pleased to have won projects with Keller Engineering and Johnson Sweepers, both of whom are return customers, which once again highlights Sambrooks commitment to quality research. These projects focus on Sambrooks core industry sectors of construction and road transport, and we are very excited about working with these two valuable clients again.
July 2006
21.07.06
E-mailshot
Sambrook Research has now published its latest strategy research mailshots on the website. These not only outline the services provided by Sambrook, but also display some of our creative flair. If you have missed out and would like a hard copy simply drop us an email at info@sambrookresearch.co.uk.. To view the mailers simply click here and chose either private or public sector.
May 2006
31.05.06
National Energy Report
Sambrook recently published its report on the national energy industry, the spotlight report details the key current market trends, and looks at opportunities and threats facing the indutry. The report focuses on the 3 key market segments of metering/analysis, energy supply and energy efficent heating. This report can be downloaded by clicking here.
May 2006
04.05.06
Interbuild Exhibition
Sambrook visited the Building and construction exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham, where we carried a survey into the industry. Our research team looked into 11 different sectors of the industry and gained a lot of valuable feedback. The spotlight report details the key current market trends, and looks at opportunities and threats facing the indutry. This report can be downloaded by clicking here.
April 2006
12.04.06
IPEX Exhibition
Sambrook visited the International Printing exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham, where we carried out research into the industry. The different market sectors were experiencing varying levels of growth and the feedback gained was very interesting. The spotlight report details the key current market trends, and looks at opportunities and threats facing the indutry. To download a copy of the report click here.
March 2006
06.03.06
Glassex Exhibition
Sambrook visited the Glassex exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham, where we carried out a market overview study. The industry is not experiencing market growth currently, and competition is very intense. The majority of companies were very interested in how market research could help drive their business forward. To download a copy of the report click here.
February 2006
16.02.06
Medical Device and Clean Room Exhibition
Sambrook visited the Medical Device and Clean Room exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham, where we carried out a market overview study. The medical and healthcare industries are experiencing steady growth at present, however competition from the Far East is threatening the European market. The majority of companies cited innovation as the key to surviving the changing face of the market. To download a copy of the report click here.
January 2006
01.01.06
New Marketing Executive
At the start of the new year David Williams our new Marketing Executive joined the business. His predacessor Lucy has moved on to Brighton, and we thank her for her contribution to the growth of the business. David aims to launch several national campagins and looks forward to welcoming new clients to Sambrook.
September 2005
30.09.05
The importance of staff motivation!
Sambrook believe that good staff morale is essential to the success of any company. Over the summer, an incentive scheme was created and having achieved our key targets in July and August, the team was treated to lunch in Amsterdam! It was a great day out and we are all looking forward to fulfilling to achieving our next set of targets.
15.09.05
Recycling and Waste Management Report 2005
Sambrook carried out a market overview study at the recycling and waste management exhibition 2005 at the N.E.C 13th-15th September. The recycling and waste management industry is growing strongly as a whole, mainly due to changes in European legislation and increased government targets driving the demand for equipment and resources. To download a copy of this report, please click here
June 2005
15.06.05
Preparing for compliance with the OFR Regulations
Sambrook has formed an alliance with The Pielle Consulting Group and E4 Environmental to provide a service that will help companies deal with the new OFR Regulations which came into force on 1 April 2005. The regulations require companies to report on a much wider range of qualitative factors that may be necessary to provide shareholders with a balanced and comprehensive analysis of the business. Relevant factors are likely to include employee matters and environmental, social and community issues. In some areas Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports may be needed. If you would like to know more about how we could help you ensure that these regulations are correctly enforced with the minimum of hassle, please contact Robin Spencer (01952 82544)
May 2005
19.05.05
Fire Safety Report
The survey conducted at the International Fire Expo (17-19th May 2005, NEC) indicated that the fire detection systems and alarms market is growing at about 10% p.a. but in the fire fighting equipment industry, new innovative products are seeing stronger sales than more traditional equipment. To download a copy of this report, please click here.
19.05.05
Security Industry Report
Research at the IFSEC exhibition (17-19th May 2005, NEC) revealed, not perhaps surprisingly, that the security industry is grwoing strongly. Concerns raised by the attack on the Twin Towers and subsequent terrorist attacks have made public safety of prime importance, reflected by growth in both access controls and the CCTV markets. To download a copy of this report, please click here.
19.05.05
Construction Equipment Report
Feedback from the SED Trade Show (17-19th May 2005, Milton Keynes) indicated that the construction industry is currently growing well, the various sectors growing at between 10-12% p.a. Compact equipment has a very strong image at the moment as its versatility makes it ideal for use in housing construction, road and rail work and even use by the private individual. To download a copy of this report, please click here.
April 2005
27.04.05
Inward Investors' Perception of Telford Report
Sambrook Research has now published the findings of the inward investment research study commissioned by Telford Development Agency. This report examines the requirements of inward investors when looking to relocate their business, and analyses what they believe Telford has to offer as a business location, highlighting its main perceived strengths and weaknesses. It also looks at how Telford ranks compared with other locations and the reasons why investors chose to relocate to Telford or elsewhere. To download a copy of this report, please click here.
13.04.05
Plastics Design and Moulding Report
We obtained feedback on the plastics industry from several of the key exhibitors at the Plastics Design and Moulding Exhibition at the Telford International Centre (12th -14th April 2005). Overall, the market is seen to be static or in decline. To download a free copy of this report, click here.
05.04.05
Commercial Vehicle Report
Sambrook conducted an independent survey at the recent Commercial Vehicle and Automotive Trade Show (4-6th April 2005). The report contains an overview of the commercial vehicle market, including the market trends and the key opportunities and threats. Feedback was generally positive and the market is growing overall. However, the garage diagnostics equipment sector is seen to be especially buoyant. To download a free copy of this report, click here.
March 2005
A site is born!
Our long awaited new website is now complete. The new site offers a fuller overview of the services we offer, including example reports where readers can judge for themselves the quality of the work produced by Sambrook Research. We look forward to feedback!
January 2005
Membership of the MRS
Robin, the Senior Partner is joining as a full member of the Market Research Society. With 21 years of experience under his belt, Robin will be a valuable member of the MRS, and the qualification itself will recognise the consistent standard and quality of the market research that he manages for clients.