Tag: Research

The UK will compete independently on the global stage to become a science superpower and they are putting their hopes in research and innovation...

There’s a lot of talk today about “analytics,” “data science” and “machine learning.” How these are defined and how they are applied differ depending on who you’re talking to, the field they work in and what their expertise is...

During these unprecedented times, it is essential that the public and private sectors work together in building the post-COVID-19 reality. Italy will value such exchange now more than ever...

In 2016, the American electorate delivered a black swan outcome that has had profound implications for people everywhere. Their choice next week will set the trajectory for the post-pandemic global order of the 2020s and beyond. ..

The APCO Reset Indicator monitors global public attitudes and behaviors as the world responds to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The latest study in our series tracks views of Americans and adds perspectives from Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Singapore and India. Across these markets, we assess three core dimensions: where the public see themselves today, who is supporting (or supported) them during the pandemic and how they feel about the future...

As we have discovered over the past few months, the construction industry has shown that staying open safely during the COVID-19 pandemic can lead many sectors—from energy to transportation—to continue serving the public...

APCO Worldwide’s team in Paris recently published a study on the CAC 40 CEOs’ communication strategies since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ten CEOs have particularly distinguished themselves as leaders during the crisis...

New research from APCO Insight explores is how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting Americans’ attitudes and behaviors related to healthcare, measuring their views on the resilience and evolution of healthcare systems and the value of vaccines...

Employees are seeking more than just a paycheck and benefits in the jobs they hold. Crucial are top executives’ integrity and candor, along with the organization’s mission and values...

There have been countless 2020 trends posts written as we enter the new decade. APCO's European digital team takes a closer look at which of the many-predicted trends will matter most to our industry in 2020 and beyond...

To be prepared for tomorrow, companies need to build their reputation equity with the consumers of the future and the only way to do this is by being authentic. Companies need to act now by paying attention and showcasing their support for social causes...

APCO's 2019 TradeMarks study shows that, while trade associations may have their challenges, being an effective policy advocate is not one of them...

It’s easy for conversations about new technology to devolve into fears of a dystopian world. To gain trust and bring the public along, the benefits of the technology must be clearly evident to justify the losses...

Two in three Americans (65%) believe health companies are making a positive impact on society, according to an APCO Insight poll. We took a closer look to investigate and understand what – and who – is driving this hopeful view...

Majority of U.S. health care providers and opinion-leading consumers say single-payer system will lead to rationing of access to health care...

Health care providers (HCPs)are acutely aware of the impact of socio-political shifts on costs of care, which makes salient how HCPs view the "patient as partner" model. ..

APCO Insight engaged health care providers (HCP) to understand how recent changes have impacted these individuals and where they see the industry heading...

Health care consumerism is an important and rising trend in health care. Yet, a new study in Health Affairs has thrown a dose of harsh reality into the expectation that we are on the verge of shifting to a consumer-driven marketplace in health care...

Earlier this summer, CNBC released their annual report, America's Top States for Business, which serves as a scorecard on state economic climates. For the second year in a row, North Carolina ranks highly, falling fifth out of all 50 U.S. states. But does reality in North Carolina match perceptions of the state?..

What do a number of Italian football clubs, Greek ports, German enterprises, and prime UK real estate have in common? They were all the targets of Chinese investment in the last few years...

Our research shows that 56 percent of Americans believe U.S. companies that do business overseas should follow a “Buy American, Hire American” philosophy in their own businesses. ..

Research by APCO Insight shows stakeholders are generally skeptical about the shift from volume to value except for policy leaders..

According to research conducted by APCO Insight, health care providers are particularly harsh in their assessment of the quality of care...

To say that globalization is making the world smaller is a trite understatement. The fact is, globalization is blurring the lines between what’s “domestic” and what’s “foreign.”..

This year, against the backdrop of rising populist sentiment, the pharmaceutical industry has had to confront a uniquely hostile socio-political environment...

This winter, APCO Insight surveyed low-income U.S. families with children under six years of age to inform hunger-fighting strategies among this population. ..

A majority of American Millennials sense a shift in the balance of power between government and business...

When we spoke with NPs, every one said they believe in patient empowerment – and that involving patients in treatment plans improves compliance and outcomes...

How can business leaders address pressing social issues without veering too far from their core mission or alienating a substantial segment of their investors or customers? In search of answers, APCO Worldwide recently conducted an extensive survey of 1,000 of the nation’s most informed (and influential) consumers about their opinions on corporate advocacy. ..

Bay Area technology professionals think their industry can solve major domestic and global problems. D.C. policy elites are less confident, but agree that tech should take the lead in trying...

We found that more than half believe prevention and wellness plays a strong role in their day-to-day practice...

Today more than ever, pharmaceutical companies are increasingly dependent on collaboration with patients. ..

APCO's 2018 TradeMarks study evaluates which trade associations are best positioned to drive their agendas in the next Congress. The results indicate that laying the groundwork now, even with the fate of Congress still to be determined, enables forward-thinking associations to be prepared come January...

Given the 2018 landscape and potential 2019 Congressional composition and agenda, here are three ways health care associations and their member companies should be preparing now...

Our research, as well as Fortune's, shows that employees are the centerpiece to any true expression of commitment to global citizenship...

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Just Do It,” a campaign and slogan that have become synonymous with the brand, this ad may be Nike’s boldest statement yet as it takes on the issues of police brutality and racial injustice. ..

We opened up APCO’s vault of reputation research to examine which factors are actually defining and driving perceptions of the aviation sector...