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.
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
- AI for the CMOI had the pleasure of speaking with RETHINK Retail and Microsoft on the impact and opportunities of AI for the CMO. This leverages our AI Impact Forecast specifically for marketers.… Read more: AI for the CMO
- Cloud Pricing No Longer Works in an AI World
Back in my younger years there was a hilarious Saturday Night Live skit about a bank that only made change (You can see it here). It ends with the customers… Read more: Cloud Pricing No Longer Works in an AI World - Retailers Driving Supercycle Replacements for North America mPOS Market
The largest retailers in the US and Canada are driving a Supercycle of replacements and new installations of mobile POS (mPOS) devices to in 2024-2026, according to new research by IHL Group. The latest North America mPOS Market Study reveals that 57% of Tier I retailers, with sales over $1b annually, are planning to make a new mPOS decision in 2024 with rollouts later in 2024 – 2026. - Where the AI Money Flows and When
Later today NVIDIA is releasing their latest financial results that should show crazy growth again. From an investment standpoint there seems to be an insatiable appetite for Investing in AI.… Read more: Where the AI Money Flows and When