Despite the global economic slowdown, legions of new consumers have quickly gained access to wealth, education, and higher living standards across the world’s fast developing markets. They also have more access to information than any prior group of emerging consumers, which fuels the demand for high-quality products and brand names. How can established brands cater to this new target group that is unlike any before it? Check out our white paper, What’s in store for 2012?, for deep insight into fast developing markets and 15 other sectors.

Far beyond the rising price of fuel, events that transpire under the broad umbrella of the energy sector affect nearly every business, from natural disasters to severe weather changes. Last year, world leaders at the 2011 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Durban made significant progress toward a shared responsibility for global energy policy. But the future is far from certain. Learn more about what to expect in the energy sector—as well as 15 additional industries—in our latest white paper, What’s in store for 2012?

In today’s rapidly shifting market, CPG brands must adapt quickly to maintain their perceived value in the minds of their customers. Gone are the days of limited choice, when shoppers meandered down grocery aisles and picked up familiar products. Now, nearly any product is available in-store or online, and a brand’s reputation goes far beyond its packaging. What does this new consumer-centric era of marketing mean for CPG brands? Get our latest white paper, What’s in store for 2012? to see what brands across 16 sectors can expect in the coming year.

The idea of “retail” used to be associated with a physical location. Not anymore. Today, a “store” has evolved into a fluid idea that serves the mobile, global customer in search of new experiences to share. Physical stores are still relevant, but must be imagined as showcases for brands—not as isolated destinations. Online shopping has changed the face of the game entirely, and those brands that can seamlessly integrate values, moods, and emotions with commercial and social aspects will succeed. What does this mean for store footprints, retail branded-apps, and social media strategies? Check out What’s in store for 2012?, our latest white paper, for insights into retail and 15 important sectors for the coming year.