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
- 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 - “Retail Apocalypse”: A Look Back
Never let a good tagline get in the way of the truth If you believed the headlines of 2016-2017, we shouldn’t be here. The Oxford English Dictionary refers to the… Read more: “Retail Apocalypse”: A Look Back - Walmart and Home Depot Playing Tariff Chess
There’s something fascinating happening in retail right now that most TV talking heads are missing. While headlines scream about tariff apocalypse, two household names are quietly positioning themselves for what… Read more: Walmart and Home Depot Playing Tariff Chess