First Research® provides unlimited access to an online library of profiles on over 900 industry segments.
This powerful research tool features in-depth, up-to-date information. Profiles are
comprehensive and includes the following:

• Condensed industry profile overview in addition to the traditional full profile overview
• The competitive landscape
• Products, operations and technology
• Finance and regulation
• Regional and international issues
• Human resources
• Labor statistics

First Research profiles are prepared by analysts that hold advanced degrees in business and on
average have more than 20 years of practical business experience. This translates to a clear and direct
writing style that makes information easy to understand, remember and utilize.