Energy and Transport
Competitive Intelligence – Energy Services Industry
Client: Fortune 500 energy services company
Objectives: The client wanted to study and develop in-depth profiles of three key competitors in the Energy Services space in order to differentiate themselves from the rest of the competition.
Market Study on Building Energy Efficiency Market in the UK
Client: German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GBCIC)
Objectives: Infiniti had conducted an in-depth market study on UK building efficiency for GBCIC in early 2008, in order to provide a market overview and assess its market potential. The client wanted an update on the same with an additional section on Energy efficiency in Heat Production in UK.
Market Research Study on Biomass Energy market in the UK
Client: German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GBCIC)
Objectives: The client wanted a study to understand and develop insights on the economics of the biomass energy market in the UK, to analyze the opportunities prevalent in the market.
Strategic Account Intelligence on Energy Efficient Lighting Solutions
Client: Europe based professional lighting solution provider
Objectives: The client had started a new strategic sales initiative focused on “Energy Efficient Lighting” and wanted to equip their regional sales team to make strong and intelligent sales pitches to 30 large accounts worldwide. Infiniti was chosen as the research partner to develop account intelligence reports covering – estimate of property owned/leased globally, employee headcount at different locations, mapping of existing lighting systems installed at various offices, CSR activities related to green lighting, energy savings; identification of lighting system purchase decision makers/influencers at different locations.
North American Electronic Controls Market
Client: Leading Manufacturer of Systems and Controls (Fortune 500 company)
Objectives: Analysis of the North American non-automotive market segments to assess potential opportunities for client’s products. Including seating design, assembly & components, interior trim/plastics design & manufacturing, and electronics (infotainment, lighting). Market segments covered were school/commercial bus & motor coach; HD/commercial truck; civil/commercial aircraft; power sports; recreational vehicles; rail transport.
Market Survey to Assess Brand Value for a Vintage Automobile Brand
Client: Leading Consulting & Design Firm in USA
Objectives:The objective of this research initiative was to assess the current brand value & awareness levels of a vintage car brand so that the client could price the rights to the brand name appropriately.
India Market Entry Strategy
Client: Leading European Luxury Car Manufacturer
Objectives: To study the “Luxury and sports car” market characteristics and potential so that a well-informed strategy can be formulated and implemented at the most opportune time to enter this market.
Study of Product Innovation Best Practices Adopted by Competitor
Client: Large Conglomerate providing Alternative Energy and Transportation Solutions
Objectives: The client wanted to understand the best practices in managing innovation by a key competitor.
Auto Component Supplier Market Analysis in China and Thailand
Client: Leading European Auto Component Manufacturer
Objectives: Our client’s objective was to diversify portfolio of component suppliers in the Asia Pacific region with a key focus on China and Thailand. Infiniti conducted a detailed supplier analysis and benchmarking study, key aspects of which included – product portfolio analysis, production capability analysis, assessment of financial strength and market reputation, sales and marketing setup, logistics capabilities and overall risk assessment as a potential supplier to the client.
Strategic Research on Middle East Luxury Car Market
Client: Leading European Luxury Car Manufacturer
Objectives: Our client’s objective was to identify the right location to establish a full-fledged regional sales office in the Middle East region. Client had shortlisted 8 potential countries (UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Lebanon, Egypt and Saudi Arabia) but wanted to conduct a due diligence study before taking a final decision. Infiniti evaluated and ranked each country on a set of 10 parameters – depth and size of market, allowed extent of foreign ownership, JV regulations, profit repatriation regulations, corruption and transparency, taxation, access to duty free zones, FDI investment, preferential trade agreements, and flexibility in deploying human resources. Based on the overall research findings, we recommended top three locations to our client.
Detailed Competitive Intelligence and Benchmarking of the Logistics Operations of a Leading Conglomerate
Client: Fortune 100 Manufacturing Conglomerate
Objectives: The client wanted to develop a detailed understanding of all the critical aspects of the logistics operations of a competitor at global scale. Infiniti conducted a deep dive competitive intelligence and benchmarking study, key aspects of which included:
- Cost Composition Analysis – assessment of various cost components associated with logistics operations (e.g. in-house vs. outsourced logistics operations, inventory and warehouse utilizations, etc.)
- Headcount Analysis – global mapping of full time, part time and contract employees associated with the logistics operations
- Services Organization – understanding specific aspects of the execution of long term service agreements from the perspective of logistics operations
- Analysis of Applications & Solutions – understanding the software (proprietary as well as off-the-shelf) used specifically for logistics operations.
Competitive Benchmarking in Global Logistics Industry
Client: Professional Services Company/Global Logistics Major
Objectives: The client had just completed acquisition of a leading 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) services provider and wanted to benchmark their position across all industries. Infiniti conducted a due diligence study to assess the following parameters for the end client:
- Geographical reach
- Fleet size
- Regional employee concentration
- Presence across all the logistics sub-sectors
- Post-acquisition investments in IT & systems integration
- Post-acquisition value creation.
Competitor Intelligence in Urban Mass Transit Segment
Client: Transportation Division of a Global Engineering Company
Objectives: The client wanted to understand the reasons for competitor success in urban mass transit segment.
Market Study on Building Energy Efficiency Market in the UK
Client: German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GBCIC)
Objectives: Infiniti had conducted an in-depth market study on UK building efficiency for GBCIC in early 2008, in order to provide a market overview and assess its market potential. The client wanted an update on the same with an additional section on Energy efficiency in Heat Production in UK.
Competitive Intelligence – Energy Services Industry
Client: Fortune 500 energy services company
Objectives: The client wanted to study and develop in-depth profiles of three key competitors in the Energy Services space in order to differentiate themselves from the rest of the competition.