Hard Data.
Smart Decisions.
IHL Group is a global research and advisory firm for the retail and hospitality industries. Through our research and data services, we provide the technology insight that companies need to effectively compete in a global market.
OUR PRODUCTS
Research & Advisory
Executive advisory and in-depth analysis on Unified Commerce, Merchandising, Mobile, POS and more.
ClearSight AI
Executive advisor creating YOUR blueprint with your PRIORITIES to maximized your success implementing AI.
Data Services
Sophia customer intelligence system, trade show lists, lead generation and key IT decision makers.
IT Forecasts
We provide forecasts for over 300 categories of Hardware, Software, SaaS, and IT Services.
Whitepapers / Webinars
Providing a host of free whitepapers and webinars to help key decision makers stay informed.
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Experienced Analysts
Our associates and advisors have over 100 years combined years of retail technology experience. Our associates have worked as product managers, sales representatives and executives in the retail market.
ANALYST CORNER
- How DICK’S Sporting Goods Closes the Retail Execution Gap
The difference between successful retailers and those that struggle has never been greater. IHL recently concluded a webinar with DICK’S Sporting Goods and Zebra Technologies on how the sporting goods… Read more: How DICK’S Sporting Goods Closes the Retail Execution Gap - The Great Retail Data Divide
I’ve been tracking retail data for over 33 years, and for the last two years we have seen a major disconnect between government survey methodology and actual transaction reality. The… Read more: The Great Retail Data Divide - AI Resilience – What Defines the Most Successful Companies in the Future
Right now we are in the early stages of AI investment. The Mag 7 are the initial beneficiaries and the hyperscalers and software companies are the biggest spenders as we… Read more: AI Resilience – What Defines the Most Successful Companies in the Future - We’re Not Ready for This
Wayne and Garth had us laughing out loud to their famous skit from Wayne’s World that made it to SNL. That brings back some great memories. But when it comes… Read more: We’re Not Ready for This