Research Methodologies

Research methodologies in the insights industry refer to systematic approaches and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data. These methods guide the process of deriving valuable insights for informed decision-making.

The Ambiguity of Frequent Survey Participation: Is “Hyperactivity” a Signal of Professional Fraud?
Research Methodologies

The Ambiguity of Frequent Survey Participation: Is “Hyperactivity” a Signal of Professional Fraud?

Learn how to identify engaged respondents, detect bad actors, and improve data quality for more reliable research outcomes.

Sebastian Berger

Sebastian Berger

Head of Science ReDem at Rep Data

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Ethical by Design: The Questions Every Mixed-Method Research Team Should Be Asking
Research Methodologies

Ethical by Design: The Questions Every Mixed-Method Research Team Should Be Asking

Explore the ethical questions researchers should ask when combining surveys, interviews, AI analysis, synthetic data, and behavioral tracking in mixed...

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

Beyond Bridget Jones: How Market Research Misunderstands the Modern Single
Research Methodologies

Beyond Bridget Jones: How Market Research Misunderstands the Modern Single

Bridget Jones got it wrong. Singlehood isn’t a waiting room—it’s a distinct lifestyle researchers must understand beyond demographic labels.

Liz Thompson

Liz Thompson

Head of North America at Brand Genetics

Why Research Needs to Stress-Test Solutions, Not Just Uncover Problems
Research Methodologies

Why Research Needs to Stress-Test Solutions, Not Just Uncover Problems

Organizations often research problems but fail to test solutions. Discover how purposeful audience research prevents costly brand and strategy mistake...

Nicky Marks

Nicky Marks

CEO at Censuswide

Bringing Insights to Life Through Creative Storytelling with Dan Parker-Smith
Karen Lynch

Karen Lynch

Chief Programming Officer at Greenbook

How to Choose Between Qualitative and Quantitative Testing for Your Research Project
Research Methodologies

How to Choose Between Qualitative and Quantitative Testing for Your Research Project

Learn when to use qualitative vs quantitative research and how modern insights teams combine both for smarter decisions.

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

Back to the Roots: Why Panel Design Matters More than Ever
Research Methodologies

Back to the Roots: Why Panel Design Matters More than Ever

Jennifer Reid argues that strong panel design and persistent identity improve fraud detection and drive more meaningful, trustworthy insights.

Jennifer Reid

Jennifer Reid

Co-CEO and Chief Methodologist at Rival Group

Beyond Churn: A Practical Guide to Learning Customer Retention Research
Research Methodologies

Beyond Churn: A Practical Guide to Learning Customer Retention Research

Discover how to learn retention research using CX, analytics, and AI tools to reduce churn and build loyalty.

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

Ethical by Design: The Questions Every Mixed-Method Research Team Should Be Asking
Research Methodologies

Ethical by Design: The Questions Every Mixed-Method Research Team Should Be Asking

Explore the ethical questions researchers should ask when combining surveys, interviews, AI analysis, synthetic data, and behavioral tracking in mixed...

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

Beyond Bridget Jones: How Market Research Misunderstands the Modern Single
Research Methodologies

Beyond Bridget Jones: How Market Research Misunderstands the Modern Single

Bridget Jones got it wrong. Singlehood isn’t a waiting room—it’s a distinct lifestyle researchers must understand beyond demographic labels.

Liz Thompson

Liz Thompson

Head of North America at Brand Genetics

Why Research Needs to Stress-Test Solutions, Not Just Uncover Problems
Research Methodologies

Why Research Needs to Stress-Test Solutions, Not Just Uncover Problems

Organizations often research problems but fail to test solutions. Discover how purposeful audience research prevents costly brand and strategy mistake...

Nicky Marks

Nicky Marks

CEO at Censuswide

Bringing Insights to Life Through Creative Storytelling with Dan Parker-Smith
Karen Lynch

Karen Lynch

Chief Programming Officer at Greenbook

How to Choose Between Qualitative and Quantitative Testing for Your Research Project
Research Methodologies

How to Choose Between Qualitative and Quantitative Testing for Your Research Project

Learn when to use qualitative vs quantitative research and how modern insights teams combine both for smarter decisions.

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

Back to the Roots: Why Panel Design Matters More than Ever
Research Methodologies

Back to the Roots: Why Panel Design Matters More than Ever

Jennifer Reid argues that strong panel design and persistent identity improve fraud detection and drive more meaningful, trustworthy insights.

Jennifer Reid

Jennifer Reid

Co-CEO and Chief Methodologist at Rival Group

Beyond Churn: A Practical Guide to Learning Customer Retention Research
Research Methodologies

Beyond Churn: A Practical Guide to Learning Customer Retention Research

Discover how to learn retention research using CX, analytics, and AI tools to reduce churn and build loyalty.

Ashley Shedlock

Ashley Shedlock

Content Producer at Greenbook

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Remembering Research Fundamentals in the Age of COVID-19
Research Methodologies

Partner Content

Remembering Research Fundamentals in the Age of COVID-19

The 7 keys for helping clients navigate COVID-19.

Annie Pecoraro

Annie Pecoraro

Director, Creative Analytics at The Sound: Exploration, Strategy, Innovation

Reimagining Insight Communities: 3 Strategies to Maximize Engagement and Research ROI
Research Methodologies

Partner Content

Reimagining Insight Communities: 3 Strategies to Maximize Engagement and Research ROI

Discover the power of insight communities to enhance your research team's impact by optimizing recruitment, engagement, and distribution strategies.

Jennifer Reid

Jennifer Reid

Co-CEO and Chief Methodologist at Rival Group

Walking the Tightrope Between Innovation and Customer Retention
Research Methodologies

Partner Content

Walking the Tightrope Between Innovation and Customer Retention

A hybrid research approach—combining customer and panel data—gives brands a fuller market view, unlocking deeper insights for smarter business decisio...

Nick White

Nick White

Head of Strategic Research at Attest

Fraud in Market Research and How to Fight It: Lessons From Rare Patient Voice
Research Methodologies

Partner Content

Fraud in Market Research and How to Fight It: Lessons From Rare Patient Voice

Rare Patient Voice Founder Wes Michael examines rising research fraud, its threat to data integrity, and strategies to detect and prevent it.

Wes Michael

Wes Michael

President at Rare Patient Voice

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