Marketing Forecast from Ad-ology

The popularity of the dog-related ads in this year’s Super Bowl proved that caring for the family pet will prompt consumers to open their wallets. But pet parents aren’t content to shop at one specific store. As a result, pet product suppliers will be rolling out more ad campaigns to increase their market share.

Ad-ology Research recently updated their Industry Marketing Insights report for the Security Guard Industry. The following are the predicted Top 3 Opportunities/Challenges from the report for this industry for the upcoming 12 months:

Consumers want information about the local businesses operating in their communities. These businesses are likely advertising in both traditional and digital channels. But the latest research shows that consumers exhibit ‘different pattern of information seeking’ when they are checking out some kinds of local businesses – a behavioral pattern that has broad implications for media mix.

Few industries are experiencing the kind of negative pushback that consumers reserve for banks. If they’re not looking over their shoulder in fear of a general economic collapse, consumers are concerned that their own personal financial situation is threatened. Executives at banks of all sizes understand they need to improve their image and communicate a message of stability and optimism this year.

Ad-ology Research recently updated their Industry Marketing Insights report for Beef and Pork Wholesalers.

As the new year progresses, consumers are getting the idea that any improvement in their personal financial situation will be gradual. At least one survey shows that the number of consumers who are very concerned about the economy has remained unchanged for nearly 3 years. But, they are growing tired of cutting their dining out budget and cooking at home. As consumers shift their habits, savvy marketers can increase market share.