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Company Insights
NewApple Pay – Competitor Profile
Apple Pay is a mobile payment solution launched by Apple in October 2014. It allows users to store their payment card details to use for future payments. Users hover their mobile device near a contactless terminal and authenticate the transaction via Touch ID, Face ID, or PIN depending on the Apple device used. The solution is accepted at millions of retail outlets globally and supports all major payment networks. Apple Pay is supported by more than 6,600 banks and financial...
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Analyst Opinions
NewFlavors and Fragrances – Consumer Survey Insights
Flavors and Fragrances - Consumer Survey Overview Flavors and fragrances play a crucial role in product positioning as they enhance the sensorial side of consumption. When reaching for a new flavor, almost 70% of global consumers claim that their main motivation is curiosity. The importance of flavors and fragrances is evident across all market sectors, as many categories utilize these product features as unique selling points. The consumer interest in new flavors and fragrances can also be largely attributed to...
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Company Insights
NewHartford Financial Services Group Inc. – Digital Transformation Strategies
Hartford Health Digital Transformation Strategies Overview Hartford is tapping the power of big data analytics to analyze data and generate insights, improve member engagement, and detect fraudulent claims. AI, big data, cloud, cybersecurity, and IoT are among the key technologies under focus for the company. The annual ICT spending of Hartford was estimated at $549 million in 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, network and communications, and hardware from vendors. The Hartford Financial Services...
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Company Insights
NewGrupo Financiero Banorte – Digital Transformation Strategies
Banorte Digital Transformation Strategies Overview Banorte has been investing in emerging technologies over the years to improve efficiencies, and product offerings, and streamline operations. AI, big data, cloud, and payments are among the key technologies under focus for the company. The annual ICT spending of Banorte was estimated at $503 million in 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, ICT services, and network and communications from vendors. Grupo Financiero Banorte SAB de CV (GFNorte) is...
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Company Insights
NewNestlé S.A. – Digital Transformation Strategies
Nestle Digital Transformation Strategies Overview Nestle has been focusing on using artificial intelligence, cloud-based mobile applications, big data, and augmented reality to digitally transform its operations. The annual ICT spending of Nestle was estimated at $1.4 billion for 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, hardware, and ICT services from vendors. Nestlé S.A. (Nestlé) is a food and beverages company, offering more than 2,000 branded products across 190 countries. The company classifies its business operations...
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Company Insights
NewLVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE – Digital Transformation Strategies
LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE Digital Transformation Strategies Overview LVMH has been focusing on using artificial intelligence, cloud-based mobile applications, and AR to digitally transform its operations. The annual ICT spending of LVMH was estimated at $1.3 billion for 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, hardware, and ICT services from vendors. LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE (LVMH) is a manufacturer and marketer of luxury goods. The company's product portfolio comprises clothing, fashion...
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Analyst Opinions
Advanced Biometrics – Emerging Trends and Technologies in Authentication
Advanced Biometrics Trend Analysis Report Overview Biometrics is the practice of using unique physical or behavioral traits for identification and authentication purposes. Its usage has been increasing day by day. Fingerprint recognition, voice recognition, facial recognition, palm recognition, iris recognition, and behavioral biometrics are some of its key modalities. For instance, iris recognition is often used in high-security applications such as border control and access to secure facilities. The "Advanced Biometrics - Emerging Trends and Technologies in Authentication" report offers...
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Thematic Analysis
NewConsumer Goods M&A Deals, Q1 2024 – Top Themes – Thematic Intelligence
This report analyzes the disruptive themes that have driven M&A activity in Q1 2024 in the Consumer Goods Sector
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Company Insights
NewMetcash – Digital Transformation Strategies
Metcash Digital Transformation Strategies Overview Metcash has been focusing on using artificial intelligence, cloud-based mobile applications, and fintech to digitally transform its operations. The annual ICT spending of Metcash was estimated at $464.3 million for 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, hardware, and ICT services from vendors. Metcash is a wholesale distribution and marketing company that services a wide network of bannered independent retailers and wholesale customers in Australia and New Zealand. It provides...
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Company Insights
NewUnilever – Digital Transformation Strategies
Unilever Digital Transformation Strategies Report Overview Unilever has been focusing on using artificial intelligence, cloud-based mobile applications, big data, and blockchain to digitally transform its operations. The annual ICT spending of Unilever was estimated at $990.3 million for 2023. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, hardware, and ICT services from vendors. Unilever is a manufacturer and supplier of fast-moving consumer goods. The company's product portfolio comprises food, beauty, personal care, beverages, home care, vitamins, minerals,...