A guide to information sources for business strategy and strategic management research (external analysis, industry research, current developments) for Dr Helms' course; citing sources in APA.
Consumer data including demographics and statistics are key for your external analysis as they can give you insights into the social environment your client organization operates within. Some social factors you can gather information on include:
income distribution
population distribution, mobility, and growth rates
The mission of the Board is to "lead in the creation of innovative labour market solutions by bringing people together." Resources include labour, economic and demographic reports, etc.
The Ministry of Finance provides information on the province's fiscal, tax, and economic statistics and plans. Weekly and quarterly economic updates and long-term fiscal projections are included.
Niagara Regional Housing provides and supports low-income housing in Niagara. Fact sheets, reports, and other publications are available on the NRH website.
Canada and US market research, market analysis, product intelligence, and competitive intelligence reports.
Coverage: Canadian Reports 2014-current ; US Reports 2008-current ; most reports updated annually; covers a wide variety of sectors, themes, and demographics.
Global market information that specializes in company profiles, industry reports, market share data, and consumer trend analysis of consumer products and services across 80 countries
The SHS collects information on household spending on food, clothing, shelter, transportation, health care, etc. Click on Published Data for direct links data in The Daily, Summary Tables, and CANSIM Tables.