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October 1, 2022

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Here are this week's top research briefs.

ICYMI

Top cloud security companies — and why customers chose them
We spoke with recent buyers who purchased cloud security solutions to understand product quality, competition, and pricing. Quickly compare Aqua Security, Netskope, Lacework, and more with this Vendor Scorecard.

Analyzing the NBA’s business growth strategy: How the basketball league is investing in technology to better engage with fans
We mined the NBA's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the league's strategic priorities.

The D2C Survival Guide: 5 direct-to-consumer companies that faced disaster — and what other brands can learn from them about business models, culture, and scaling
From overproducing expensive bikes to spending millions on acquiring customers for a product only purchased once a decade, D2C brands have experienced countless growing pains in recent years. We identify the lessons to be learned from major D2C brands that dug themselves into a hole.

Client-Exclusive Research

Analyzing Amazon’s growth strategy: How the tech titan plans to conquer the home of the future
We mined Amazon's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities in home automation.

Intelligent process automation: 42 vendors bringing AI-powered RPA to enterprises
For companies looking to buy or license intelligent process automation tech, the barrier to entry has never been lower. In this Market Map, we look at AI companies offering automation for financial workflows, software testing, customer experience, and more.

The Future of the Post-Purchase Experience: How technology is transforming the way we shop
We explore the evolution of e-commerce and the future of the post-purchase experience, from automated logistics to AI-powered virtual agents and beyond.

Analyzing Equinor’s Growth Strategy: How the energy company is building out its renewables business
We mined Equinor’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

100+ early-stage companies using digital biomarkers to improve patient care
From blood pressure to vocal clarity, these startups are analyzing digital biomarkers to change how patients are monitored, diagnosed, and treated.

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