Sentences with phrase «through consumer studies»

«For many years, Toyota has approached product development relying on a strong influence from the market through consumer studies, and a high degree of internal consensus,» Hunter said today.

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A lot can be discovered about people through their social media habits, and beauty brands were a quick study, learning that above all consumers want bragging rights.

Sue Yasav is responsible for developing strategic insights through surveys, social listening and academic studies on topics related to the retail industries and consumer financing at Synchrony Financial.

The study also dove deeper into consumer habits through a three day online discussion with 11 high frequency wine drinkers.

As numerous clinical studies confirm the gut benefits touted by brands, probiotics» popularity with consumers has rocketed and the inclusion of these tiny gut bugs in beverage has sent waves through the industry.

Professor Charles Benbrook, one of the authors of the study and a leading scientist based at Washington State University, explains, «Our results are highly relevant and significant and will help both scientists and consumers sort through the often conflicting information currently available on the nutrient density of organic and conventional plant - based foods.»

Victor Foo further added, «The importance of natural colours and the preference for Colouring Foods expressed by Chinese consumers is remarkably high (86 % of Chinese consumers believe natural food should have no additives), as our global consumer study commissioned through TNS has shown.

To U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission See also: REVIEW OF NUMEROUS SIDS STUDIES THROUGH 2005 September 30, 1999 Ann Brown U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Dear Ann Brown, Your warning against placing infants in adult beds is highly erroneous, irresponsible, and will lead...

A study by Washington University's department of pediatrics in St. Louis, published in The Journal of Pediatrics, analyzed three databases from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for deaths related to crib bumpers from 1985 through 2005.

A study from Washington University's department of pediatrics in St. Louis, published in The Journal of Pediatrics, analyzed three U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission databases for deaths related to crib bumpers from 1985 through 2005.

With co-authors John C. Besley (Michigan State University) and Joseph Steinhardt (Cornell), McComas will publish study results as «Factors influencing U.S. consumer support for genetic modification to prevent crop disease» in the July 2014 journal Appetite — right about the time airborne P. infestansspores are drifting through home - garden tomato crops.

«Women going through menopause have an increased tendency to store fat in their livers,» said the study's lead author Colette Miller, a post-doctoral research associate in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences» department of foods and human nutrition.

Through an empirical study using data from the United Kingdom and the United States, they establish that the scale, which they call the Consumer Ethnocentrism Extended Scale, or CEESCALE.

In 2010, Consumer Reports published a study finding that one in three American babies are born through C - section.

«Our findings present a need for broadening local food opportunities beyond the privileged, higher - income consumer, through alternative payment plans and strategic efforts that make fresh foods accessible to a diversity of people,» said James Farmer, assistant professor in the Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Studies in the IU School of Public Health - Bloomington.

The study, which did not go through a peer review process, is wrought with methodological and conceptual problems, which I dismantled in the post, with a consumer alert.

Bowker tracks the children's book consumer market through their ongoing biannual study, Understanding the Children's Book Consumer in the Digiconsumer market through their ongoing biannual study, Understanding the Children's Book Consumer in the DigiConsumer in the Digital Age.

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«Ultimately, it hinders the economy through fewer new - home sales, and less spending on furnishings, landscaping, renovation, and other consumer spending that goes along with home purchases,» the study concluded.

Our calculations are based on the proportion of consumers (36 %, according to a recent Gallup study) who carry over a balance on their cards from month to month, and therefore would incur interest charges, and the impact of the quarter - point rise in rates, which analysts expect to be passed along in full through higher APRs on credit card balances.

It is the only type of consumer debt not decreasing, according to a study from Experian, which analyzed student loan trends from 2008 through 2014.

The paper reviews the findings of multiple studies involving dogs born in high - volume commercial breeding establishments — commonly known as puppy mills — and sold to the consumer directly via the Internet, or indirectly through retail pet stores.

I've decided to comb through the published studies, Facebook pages, complaints and information from other veterinarians to help you, the consumer, determine the truth.

That's essentially what many consumers do since Americans earn approximately $ 48 billion in rewards points and miles each year through customer loyalty programs, yet about one - third of that amount — or $ 16 billion — goes unredeemed each year, according to a study by loyalty marketing information company Colloquy and global commerce firm Swift Exchange.

A recently released study says that people who play music - based games are «the most engaged consumers of music,» and suggests that the music industry begin to present new artists through videogames.

(Sec. 265) Authorizes the Secretary to establish a research program to: (1) identify the factors affecting consumer actions to conserve energy and make improvements in energy efficiency; and (2) make grants to institutions of higher education to study the effects of consumer behavior on total energy use, the potential energy savings from changes in consumption habits, the ability to reduce GHG emissions through changes in energy consumption habits, increasing public awareness of federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs, and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy independence.

Through the program the Secretary will make grants to public and private institutions of higher education to study the effects of consumer behavior on total energy use; potential energy savings from changes in consumption habits; the ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through changes in energy consumption habits; increase public awareness of Federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs; and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy indepeThrough the program the Secretary will make grants to public and private institutions of higher education to study the effects of consumer behavior on total energy use; potential energy savings from changes in consumption habits; the ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through changes in energy consumption habits; increase public awareness of Federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs; and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy indepethrough changes in energy consumption habits; increase public awareness of Federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs; and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy independence.

National Studies The Climate Change in the American Mind Project The public plays a critical role in the American response to global warming through their energy use at home and on the road, consumer choices, social norms, and political support for climate policies and leaders.

This new case study shows how the state of Upper Austria is activating both the consumer and supply sides through information and capacity building measures to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the heating sector.

One reason for this increase is that studies show that younger consumers prefer accessing their biller's site (for example, your MyCase client portal) over initiating a bank transfer through their banking institution.

In fact, a consumer study conducted by the Life Insurance and Market Research Association (LIMRA) during Life Insurance Awareness Month 2015, found that half of U.S. workers have additional or supplemental life insurance benefits available to them through their employer, yet only about 50 percent choose to participate.

Business Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Manage daily operations, customer service, and sales staff ensuring profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Responsible for purchasing, logistics, company inventory, and product development Set and strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Oversee corporate accounting ensuring profitable and fiscally responsible operations Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in personal sales, and other tactics Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, site visits, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Provide operational support across a wide variety of industries Responsible for product inventory, pricing, sales, and logistics Oversee company financials through QuickBooks and Point of Sale Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Conduct buying operations to locate and secure quality materials at affordable prices Negotiate and execute contracts with C - Level decision makers Train staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Plan and execute successful special events including grand openings, graduations, etc.. Provide administrative assistance including phones, data entry, and reception as needed Perform legal research assisting attorneys with varied caseloads Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Retail Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee customer service and sales staff ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Design and implement staff development programs to enhance sales and customer service skills Train employees in corporate branding and company policies and procedures Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in person sales, trade shows, and other tactics Develop and implement company marketing, public relations, and promotional strategies Identify company operational challenges and overcome obstacles through strong managerial skills Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Oversee multimillion dollar inventory and product replenishment Manage company financial records providing detailed, accurate account of transactions and financial health Provide additional operational support including communications, data entry, and other tasks as needed

Retail Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in person sales, trade shows, and other tactics Develop and implement company marketing, public relations, and promotional strategies Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Oversee multimillion dollar inventory and direct purchasing and inventory replenishment Manage company financial records providing detailed, accurate account of transactions and financial health Provide additional operational support including communications, data entry, and other tasks as needed

Business Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Manage multiple technology companies ensuring effective, efficient, and profitable operations Design and implement sales and marketing strategies, campaigns, and collateral materials Recruit, train, and direct sales and customer service teams resulting in significant company revenue Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, cold calling, and other tactics Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Conduct public relations activities and attend relevant events, fairs, and conferences Negotiate and execute contracts with C - Level decision makers Maintain records of site visits to potential and existing clients to assist in assessing their future needs Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Oversee accounting activities including budgets, accounts payable / receivable, and tax filings Prepare and present periodic financial reports to fellow members of senior leadership

Hospitality Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Direct all daily operations, sales, customer service, and finances for multiple hotels, resorts, and other businesses Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Design and implement marketing and sales campaigns resulting in increased revenue Consistently exceed sales goals through effective marketing, networking, and other tactics Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Perform research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Set company budgets, maintain profit / loss statements, and ensure overall financial health Cut operational costs through effective inventory management and employee scheduling Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers securing quality products at low prices Create employee development programs building staff skill sets and value Utilize employee recognition tactics to build morale and company loyalty Perform administrative duties such as data entry, filing, faxing, and phones as needed Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Business Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for daily operations, sales, and customer service for a variety of businesses Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in person sales, and other tactics Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Create and implement successful advertising campaigns to generate new business Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and craft sales strategies Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Design and administer sales and customer service training for new team members Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Set and strictly adhere to budgets and schedules

Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Develop and implement comprehensive marketing campaigns and all collateral materials Proficient in copywriting, editing, and digital photography Responsible for business development through corporate and community partnerships Build and strengthen professional relationships with community leaders, business partners, and coworkers Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity in television and radio interviews Conduct public relations activities and attend relevant events, fairs, and conferences Coordinate and participate in charitable events in service of the local community Perform research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Maintain records of site visits to potential and existing clients to assist in assessing their future needs Consistently exceed location revenue goals through effective marketing and sales tactics Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Study internal literature to become an expert on products, corporate history, and mission Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Perform administrative tasks including filing, data entry, phones, and other tasks as needed Set and strictly adhere to budgets and schedules

Project Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee 1,000 employee call center operations ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct 25 Senior Call Center Managers ensuring they understand the brand and corporate protocols Design and implement staff training and development initiatives to enhance team skill sets Responsible for the implementation and operation of technical facets such as the Qfiniti platform and Avaya integration Utilize strong background in information technology, web development, engineering, and technical support Design and implement workflow and organizational structure for multiple corporate entities Work closely with various departments including human resources, development, IT, and others to develop strategic plans Analyze corporate structure and create business requirements, process flows, and procedures for organizational efficiency Responsible for the identification and removal of chronic system affecting issues to enhance daily operations Set and coordinate product release timelines and procedures for 23 regional call centers across the United States Coordinate the strategic and operational arms of the release management teams Train and lead release teams ensuring compliance with project budgets and release schedules Oversee all user testing to ensure proper product functionality prior to release Manage website and hardware integration, maintenance, updates, and other technical support issues Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Consistently meet or exceed customer service and project management goals through strong managerial skills Maintain comprehensive records detailing call center activities, product releases, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for daily operations, sales, technical support, and customer service for wireless retail business Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, cold calling, and other sales tactics Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Design and administer sales, customer service, and technical support workshops for new team members Negotiate and execute contracts with C - Level decision makers Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Provide administrative assistance including phones, data entry, and recordkeeping as needed

This study (NIDA #R01DA025616) is a randomized clinical trial (RCT) that will compare an experimental treatment (OutPatient Treatment for Adolescents) to an «active placebo» on key indices (drug use; mental health; behavioral, school, peer, and family functioning; and consumer satisfaction) from pre-treatment through 18 months in order to evaluate its efficacy for youth referred to outpatient treatment of co-occurring substance use and internalizing problems.

This new study, of 1,228 social media users in the United States, found that by interacting through online media, consumers are more connected than ever.

Consumers and others can be assured that despite the proliferation of pseudo-professional organizations and groups posing as legitimate professional home inspection associations, there is ONE national, strong and valid certification that exists to rigorously evaluate and test inspectors based on actual occupational standards that were developed through thousands of hours of study and debate.