Quant Lens

Conjoint Analysis: A Valuable Complement to Qualitative Research

This article demystifies conjoint analysis for qualitative researchers, showing how it enhances the work they already do by turning exploratory insights into structured, predictive decision models. It explains how qualitative research uncovers the “what” and “why,” while conjoint reveals the “how much” behind consumer preferences—crucial for product development, pricing, positioning, and segmentation. With a clear explanation of terminology, case studies, and caveats, the article equips qualitative professionals to confidently recommend or collaborate on conjoint projects. Whether you’re curious about how to prioritize product features or simulate market scenarios, this is a must-read primer. It’s part of QRCA VIEWS’ ongoing series that helps quallies better understand complex quant methods. […]

Industry Focus

That Was Then, This Is Now: How Financial Services Product Research Has Evolved in the Past Quarter Century

Mike Carlon takes us back in time to show how product development research in financial services has evolved from solution-focused to customer-focused. Today’s clients are using more agile, iterative explorations, conducted with far less money and time. The article details the essential methods and skills qualitative researchers need to be successful in financial services product research. […]

Podcasts

VIEWS Podcasts: Emmanuel Probst

Ipsos Executive Emmanuel Probst joins Mike Carlon for a discussion about the evolving role of brands and implications for market research. They discuss Probst’s latest book, Assemblage: The art and science of creating transformative brands. […]