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Do you use primary sources for your reports?
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Yes, we have a dedicated team of researchers constantly updating our database with primary research. Our sources include National Bureau of Statistics, National Customs, Market Research Association, State Information Center, interviews and surveys from a wide range of manufacturers and suppliers, strategic decision makers, and other industry experts. This allows us to specialize in niche markets that others may overlook.
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What are your main industries of focus? What is your core expertise?
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Every industry is important to us, and our extensive team of over 500 analysts means that we are able to give equal focus to all of them. Our expertise lies in emerging technology and markets, so that we can provide you with cutting-edge information and predictions with which to make important business decisions.
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Why choose HJ Research?
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Based on Shanghai Jiao Tong University and China Market Research Association. HJ Research has a long-term cooperation with many institutions who own a lot of basic data, such as the National Bureau of Statistics, National Customs, Market Research Association and State Information Center etc. Thus we can meet our customer's needs for data of all industries.

Market research industry is still in the initial stage of development. But many large and small companies have arisen within this industry, due to a fairly low entry threshold, providing various research reports of every industry. Most of the time, clients have no access to read report content in advanced. They can only judge by a report catalogue. Some report suppliers just use this “information asymmetry” to attract customers with beautifully decorated catalogue but terrible text content. Confronting such situation, clients need to be more serious and vigorous when purchasing research report. 

In general, reports written by some governmental organizations such as National Bureau of Statistics, General Administration of Customs, Development Research Center of the State Council, are more reliable. Besides, industry association is another reliable choice. Because industry association usually specializes in a specific field and has profound understanding of it. Apart from these, most of the other research reports are produced by independent commercial institutions. Such institutions are private-owned. If you choose these institutions, be careful of judging product quality. Usually, you can decide based on report catalogue, company background, report sample and communication with analyst. Count on yourself and former mentioned points when making actual decision. At the same time, market research industry is certainly becoming more and more standardized and reliable. The nature law of the good being developing and the bad being perishing functions.
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What kind of reports does HJ Research provide?
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We provide insights on a variety of qualitative and quantitative topics. Every report contains the following:
1. Market landscape
2. Market size
3. Market forecast
4. Market segmentation (in terms of parameters such as end-users and geography)
5. Market drivers, challenges, and trends
6. Vendor landscape
For more detail on what a specific report contains, you can ask for a sample.
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How is the research report produced?
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The research methodology employed by HJ Research has been subjected by numerous procedures in order to guarantee the quality and accuracy of the data contained within the reports. The analysts are employed full-time and received more than two years training to satisfy the standard of HJ Research. HJ Research’s methodology can be divided into five stages:
Stage 1: Secondary research
The research team first works with National Bureau of Statistics, National Customs, Market Research Association, State Information Center, and administration that operate in the research field. The information provided by our in-house documentation service helps us carrying out further research. Our team which has the experience as well as the knowledge efficiently extracts the accurate information from existing source.
Stage 2: Primary research: interviews with trade sources
After the first stage, the research team conducts large number of face-to-face or telephone interviews with the representative companies operating in the research field. The analysts attempt to obtain a chance to talk with leading players in the field as well as with small companies. The upstream suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, importers, installers, wholesalers and consumers are all included in the interviews. The data gathered during the interview is then carefully checked and compared with the secondary research.
Stage 3: Analysis of the gathered data
The analysis team checks and synthesizes the data gathered during the first two stages. To validate the data, a second series of interviews can be conducted.
Stage 4: Quantitative data
The quantitative data such as market estimates, production and capacity of manufacturer, market forecasts and investment feasibility is provided by HJ Research. The data is based on the estimates obtained during stage 3.
The research team also provides appreciation and analysis of the market and the quantitative data contained in the reports. The data is consequently unique to HJ Research.
Stage 5: Quality control
Before publishing, every report goes under a rigorous checking and editing process, which is done by experience management team to ensure the reliability of the published data. Each analyst in the research team receives support and on-going training which is part of the HJ Research’s internal quality process.
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Which research method are we using?
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HJ Research has used exclusive research methodology and a completely unique approach while calculating market size and to arrive at associated projections. HJ Research has given emphasis on using a full-proof model for research methodology. In-depth interviews with more than 30-minutes detail discussion with various manufacturers were conducted to make this report an exclusive one. HJ Research has also collected feedback from experts in various industries.
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How does customization work?
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Any report in our library can be customized to suit your needs. Topics for which we can provide additional data include but are not limited to:
1. Market size and forecast
2. Market share of key players
3. Market segmentation
4. Market regulations and trends
5. Analysis of a market participant
Once you have chosen a report, simply fill out the customization form on the report page and a research analyst will connect with you to discuss your requirements. We understand market data is critical in decision making and are committed to working with you to accommodate your timelines.
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How do you select your report topics?
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We listen to feedback from the thousands of clients we work with, and draw on our knowledge of industries and trends to determine what topics will create the most value for them. We consider market trends over the course of several years and examine which topics have been continuously relevant to our users. We pay particular attention to emerging markets, new technologies, and the latest innovations and research.

General Questions

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Is there a newer/older version of this report?
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We frequently revisit markets with new data and updated predictions. We also have reports dating back several years. Check the date of publication on the report page, or try searching the site for the report title or keywords. If you need help, contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
 
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What's difference between single license and enterprise license?
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Single User License
A. Strictly allow one user to read, print, and edit the research report.
B. PDF or Paper Format.

Enterprise User License
A. Permitted all employees within your organization, to read, print, edit and refer the research report.
B. Free update report data within 12 months after purchasing.
C. PDF or Paper Format.
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How to search the report you want?
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Search your report using keywords or an entire title of the report. You can also search the report by using detailed search to narrow down your search by price, date, subdivided industries.
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If I buy a report, can I also get access to the raw data used in your calculations?
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Yes, complimentary source data can be provided based on specific client requests.
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What should I do if I don't receive my report or sample?
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You should receive an email within a few minutes of making a sample request, or within 2 hours of making a purchase. If you do not, check your spam folder, and then contact us.
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Why doesn’t your report cover this segment/competitor/topic?
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While we try to anticipate our clients’ needs, we are unable to cover every possible angle of a market in an off-the-shelf report. However, we are more than happy to customize any report to suit your needs. Examples of content we have added for clients include in-depth competitor analysis, additional market segments, and a detailed assessment of market regulations. If you would like to know what information we can provide about a particular topic, please get in touch.