Article by Patrick Fiorenza, RMS Director of Research Analytics – Mixed-mode research uses various data collection strategies within a single survey. This can include CATI (computer-assisted telephone interviewing), mail, text, mobile, or web survey administration. There are different ways a mixed-mode study can be designed. For example, individuals may receive an email soliciting electronic participation Read more

Article by Molly Burke, RMS Research Analyst – It goes without saying – some level of pre-testing is a must before launching a full-scale survey. Survey Sampling International (SSI) defines a pre-test as a questionnaire that is tested on a statistically small sample of respondents before a full-scale study. The benefits of pre-testing cannot be overstated whether you Read more

We know how competitive grants have become and how essential they are to funding many organizations’ programs and initiatives. We strongly feel that organizations should have a market research-backed grant-writing infrastructure before new proposals or opportunities arise. Being prepared with an infrastructure will expedite the grant-writing process and allow grant writers and administrators to focus Read more

Article by Pat Fiorenza, Research Analytics Manager – RMS The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects troves of data on market activity, working conditions, price changes, and productivity in the U.S. economy. One of their data sets is the American Time Use Survey (ATUS). This data set gives an incredible window into American’s daily life. Read more

Have customer needs changed? This is a common question that is differentiating the businesses who thrive from those who do not during this time of change. Understanding evolving consumer preferences following COVID-19 is not only important in terms of customer relations, but it also helps ensure you’re investing in the avenues your customers prefer and Read more

Tis’ the season of going back to school. For parents and kids alike, there’s a genuine mixed bag of emotions that go along with that big day in September. Based on a recent survey our team at RMS conducted, parents across the states shared what it takes to become back to school-ready (view the full Read more

The truth is, you are completely capable of conducting your own market research in-house. For example, if you have questions regarding your company’s image, products or services, you could create a survey and email the survey to your current client list requesting they participate. If you are curious about a new product or service you Read more

This blog post is a summary of a recent project completed by Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. (RMS). A local casino recently partnered with Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. (RMS) to conduct member preferences research. The casino wanted to better understand its members perception of the brand, member benefits, identify casino member reward preferences, and Read more

The following blog post is a summary of a recent project completed by Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. (RMS). A credit union recently partnered with Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. (RMS) to conduct image and awareness research. The bank wanted to better understand why some branches are not performing as well as others. The goal of Read more

The following blog post is a summary of a recent project completed by Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. (RMS). A regional retailer recently partnered with RMS to conduct market demand research. The retailer wanted to better understand the consumer perception of its brand, understand the potential consumer and customer profile, identify brand perceptions, and assess Read more