In simplest terms, an index directs you to relevant data. The concept of an index is not a modern one. The origins of the word, index, derive from in (Latin),…
Indexes Added to the Supply Market Intelligence Virtual Library in the First Half of 2021
Solar Energy Industries Association Launches Diverse Suppliers Database
Earlier this month, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) launched the Diverse Suppliers Database, “a free platform that will highlight and elevate minority, women, disabled, veteran, and LGBTQ+ owned businesses…
Newly Identified Target Industries for Local Diverse Economies
Recently, the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) identified new target industries for Southern Nevada. In 2017, LVGEA, recognizing the need for the region to diversify its economic base, published…
S&P Global and IHS Markit Merger: Initial Thoughts
On Nov. 30, 2020, S&P Global and IHS Markit announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement to combine in an all-stock transaction which values IHS Markit at an…
ICIS Acquires Chemical Data to Expand Delivery of Global Petrochemical Market Analysis and Price Benchmarks
Two key chemical market research providers are merging to provide expanded delivery of global petrochemical market analysis and price benchmarks. It’s pretty big news. ICIS announced on July 13, it…
Continuously Updated: Supply-Related Market Intelligence Providers Are Providing Free and Specialized Offerings During COVID-19 Outbreak
Updated August 9, 2020 Many supply-related market intelligence providers are stepping up by providing free and specialized offerings in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Here is a selected listing that…
The Biggest Challenge When Researching Supply Markets Is Knowing the Best Resources To Use
LevelTen Energy is Thriving Riding the Corporate Renewable Energy Procurement Growth Wave
According to the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, 2019 set another record for corporate renewable energy agreements. There is one company in particular that is innovating to allow for corporate procurement…
The National Oil Company Database Provides Public Knowledge of Global State-Owned Oil Companies
Launched last month, the National Oil Company Database is an open access project by the National Resource Governance Institute (NRGI). According to NRGI, national oil companies (NOCs) “play huge roles…