Frequently Asked Questions

1. What level of detail can I expect in GMI reports?

GMI reports provide country-level market data with segmentation by product type, application, end-use industry, and geography. All reports include historical data, current market sizing, and multi-year forecasts.

For example, if you are interested in a report on industrial automation, you will find breakdowns for specific equipment categories across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East, with individual country data for major economies within each region. This granularity helps procurement teams justify vendor decisions, strategy consultants build regional expansion roadmaps, and product managers identify where demand is growing fastest.

2. What formats does GMI deliver reports in?

Every GMI purchase includes three standard deliverables at no extra charge:

• PDF report with full analysis and insights
• Excel workbook containing all data tables for your own modelling
• Structured dataset you can import into internal systems

We include all three because we know how research actually gets used. The PDF goes into the board presentation, we can also give a PPT version of the same PDF report for building business cases and presentations.

The Excel file feeds your financial model and dataset plugs into your BI dashboard. Most competing firms charge separately for raw data access. We bundle everything together because splitting deliverables creates friction for teams trying to do serious analysis.

3. Can I request a sample before purchasing a GMI report?

Yes. GMI provides free samples for every report in our catalog. Request one through the report page on gminsights.com or contact our sales team directly. We typically deliver samples within 24 business hours.

4. What does a GMI sample report actually include?

Our samples are built for validation, not just marketing. You receive the complete table of contents showing every segment and geography covered, a portion of the executive summary with actual market figures, selected data tables demonstrating our segmentation approach, and full methodology documentation explaining how we source and validate data.

Critically, every GMI sample includes our AI policy statement confirming that no external AI agents were used to generate the analysis. This matters because you can cross-check our sample numbers against your own internal data, public company filings, or trade association statistics before committing. If a consulting firm needs to verify our methodology for a client presentation, or a procurement team needs to justify the purchase to leadership, the sample provides the evidence to do that.

5. Can I purchase just one section of a report instead of the full study?

While we do not encourage partial report purchases as they can miss out on deeper insights in the report, we do understand niche requirements and budget constraints.

You can contact our sales team and specify which segments or regions you need. For example, if your company only operates in Southeast Asia and you are evaluating the packaging materials market, you do not need to pay for data on North America or Europe. We will scope a partial purchase that covers exactly what matters to your decision. This approach works well for teams with defined geographic mandates or narrow product focus areas.

6. What licensing options does GMI offer?

GMI offers three license types. A Single User License provides access to one named individual and cannot be shared. A Multi-User License covers two to five users within the same department at your organization. An Enterprise License grants company-wide access including subsidiary companies within your corporate group. Choose based on how many stakeholders need to reference the research. If your strategy team, finance group, and regional managers all need access for a market entry decision, an Enterprise License makes sense. If one analyst is building a competitive landscape slide, Single User works fine.

7. Can GMI customize a report for our specific needs?

Yes. GMI offers free customization up to 20% of the report value. If you need additional company profiles, deeper coverage of a specific country, or analysis of a niche application segment not in the standard scope, we can add it. For example, a medical device company evaluating the surgical robotics market might want us to add profiles for three emerging competitors not in our standard coverage. A chemicals manufacturer might need pricing trend data for a specific feedstock. Submit customization requests through our website or call +1-302-846-7766 to discuss scope with our team.

1. How does GMI ensure data accuracy in its reports?

Every data point in a GMI report passes through multiple validation layers. We start with extensive secondary research from trade associations, government databases, regulatory filings, and industry publications. We DO NOT refer to any data from other market research companies or AI sources.

Then we conduct primary interviews with executives, procurement managers, and technical experts directly involved in the markets we cover. Each report involves 30 or more primary interviews. Every market estimate gets cross-verified from at least two independent sources before publication. For example, when sizing a specialty chemicals market, we triangulate manufacturer production data, trade flow statistics, and end-user consumption estimates.

If the numbers do not reconcile, we dig deeper until they do. This process takes longer than competitors who rely primarily on modeling, but it produces research you can defend in a board meeting or investor presentation.

2. Does Global Market Insights use external AI tools such as Chat GPT, Claude, Gemini etc. to write reports?

No. GMI maintains a strict policy against using external AI agents for research analysis or content generation. Every report is written by human analysts with domain expertise in the industries they cover. We include an AI policy statement in our sample documents so you can verify this commitment before purchasing.

In a market where some research firms quietly outsource analysis to algorithms, we believe this distinction matters. When a CFO asks how you sourced your market data, or a client questions your methodology, you need to know that human judgment and industry expertise drove the conclusions. That is what GMI delivers.

3. How does GMI cite and source its data?

GMI cites sources for every significant data point. You will find references to primary interviews, trade publications, regulatory filings, company disclosures, and industry association statistics throughout each report. This transparency serves a practical purpose.

When a strategy consultant needs to defend assumptions in a client deliverable, or a procurement team needs to document due diligence for an RFP response, our citations provide the audit trail. You can trace any number back to its origin rather than accepting estimates on faith.

4. What makes GMI different from other market research providers?

Three things distinguish GMI from peers and other market research firms:

• Granularity: Country-level data with detailed segmentation that many competitors only offer at regional level.
• Forecasting approach: While most research firms apply a flat compound annual growth rate across their entire forecast period, GMI models year-over-year growth reflecting actual market dynamics. Markets do not grow in straight lines. Technology adoption curves, regulatory changes, and economic cycles create variation that a single CAGR ignores. Our forecasts capture that reality.
• Validation transparency: Our samples contain actual data points and methodology details so you can evaluate accuracy before purchasing. We are the only major research firm that provides verifiable data in samples for pre-purchase validation.

5. How does GMI approach market forecasting?

GMI uses a bottom-up methodology combined with econometric modeling. Our analysts evaluate each regional market independently, considering local regulatory environments, technology adoption rates, supply chain factors, and competitive dynamics. We then aggregate regional forecasts into global figures. Our models incorporate weighted moving averages, regression analysis, and time-series techniques calibrated against historical performance. Most importantly, we produce year-over-year forecasts rather than applying a single CAGR across the projection period. For a product manager evaluating market entry timing, or an investor assessing when a technology reaches mainstream adoption, this approach provides actionable timing insights that flat growth rates cannot.

6. How current is the data in GMI reports?

Base year data in GMI reports typically extends through the most recent completed calendar year, with forecasts projecting 7 to 10 years forward depending on market maturity. We continuously update reports to reflect significant developments such as major regulatory changes, M&A activity, or supply chain disruptions. The publication date on each report indicates when research was completed. For rapidly evolving markets, we recommend checking with our team about recent updates before purchasing.

7. What credentials and certifications does GMI hold?

Certifications & Compliance

• ISO Certified organization with standardized quality management processes
• Better Business Bureau Accredited with verified business rating
• U.S. Government SAM Registered, meeting federal contracting compliance requirements
• PCI-ASV Compliant payment processing for secure transactions
• DMCA Protected intellectual property and proprietary research

8. Does GMI offer any guarantee on its research?

Yes. GMI provides a service guarantee on all purchases. Every report includes analyst call time so you can discuss findings, clarify methodology, or walk through specific sections with the research team. We also provide up to 20% additional data coverage free of charge if you need supplementary information after receiving your report. If a consulting team realizes mid-project that they need additional company profiles, or a corporate strategy group needs deeper analysis of a specific country market, we add that coverage at no extra cost within the 20 percent threshold.

1. How do I purchase a report from GMI?

You can order directly through gminsights.com. Select your report, choose the license type that fits your team size, and complete checkout. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and bank wire transfers. If your organization requires a purchase order or has specific procurement workflows, contact our sales team at [email protected] or call +1-302-846-7766 and we will accommodate your process. Many enterprise clients route through procurement systems that require vendor registration or specific invoicing formats. We handle these requirements routinely.

2. How quickly will I receive my report after ordering?

For published reports, delivery is typically immediate upon payment confirmation. Your PDF, Excel, and dataset files arrive via email to your registered address. Credit card payments process instantly. Bank wire transfers may take 1 to 3 business days to clear depending on your institution. For customized studies or reports with modifications, delivery timelines vary based on scope and will be confirmed during the consultation process.

3. Will I receive an invoice for my purchase?

Yes. GMI automatically generates an invoice upon payment completion and sends it to your registered email address. The invoice includes all purchase details for your records, expense reporting, or procurement documentation. If you need a proforma invoice before payment for internal approvals, our sales team can provide one.

4. What is GMI's refund policy?

All sales are final once the report is delivered. This is standard practice across the market research industry because a report represents a transfer of proprietary knowledge and analysis. However, GMI provides extensive pre-purchase validation tools to ensure fit before you commit. Request a sample to review methodology and data quality. Speak with our sales team about scope questions. Review the detailed table of contents. We invest significant effort in pre-sale support specifically so clients can make informed decisions and avoid post-purchase disappointment.

5. Can I try GMI's research platform before committing to a purchase?

Yes. GMI offers a 7-day free trial of GMIPulse, our market intelligence platform. Register on our website without a credit card and explore our research capabilities firsthand. This gives procurement teams and research managers an opportunity to evaluate our data depth, interface usability, and coverage relevance before making a larger commitment.

1. What post-sale support does GMI provide?

Every GMI purchase includes dedicated analyst support. You can schedule calls with the research team to discuss findings, clarify methodology, or walk through specific data points. If a consulting team needs to prepare for a client Q&A session, or a corporate strategy group wants to pressure-test assumptions before a board presentation, our analysts are available to support that work. We also provide up to 10 percent additional data coverage at no extra cost if you discover gaps after receiving your report.

2. How do I schedule a call with a GMI analyst?

Email [email protected] or call our team directly at +1-302-846-7766 (USA), +1-888-689-0688 (toll-free), or +65-3129-7718 (Asia Pacific). Let us know which report you purchased and what topics you want to discuss. We will arrange a convenient time across your time zone. Most analyst calls are scheduled within 2 to 3 business days of your request.

3. What if I need data beyond what is included in my purchased report?

GMI provides complimentary additions up to 10 percent of your report value. For example, if you purchased a USD 4,500 report and later realize you need two additional company profiles or deeper analysis of a specific country segment, we add that at no charge within the 10 percent threshold. For needs exceeding that scope, our consulting practice can design a custom engagement. We handle extended competitive intelligence studies, market entry assessments, pricing analyses, technology roadmaps, and customer insight research. Our team has completed over 2,400 managed projects across chemicals, technology, healthcare, automotive, energy, and food industries.

4. How can I contact Global Market Insights?

Global Market Insights Inc. headquarters is located at 4 North Main Street, Selbyville, Delaware 19975, USA. Contact options include email at [email protected], toll-free phone at +1-888-689-0688, direct USA line at +1-302-846-7766, and Asia Pacific line at +65-3129-7718. Our team responds to inquiries within one business day. For urgent requests, phone contact typically provides the fastest response.

5. Does GMI offer research subscriptions for ongoing intelligence needs?

Yes. Our Research Subscription Practice provides organizations with a dedicated analyst team for continuous market intelligence. Subscription clients receive regular briefings, periodic deliverables customized to their tracking requirements, 24/7 support access, and reduced pricing on additional reports and custom projects. This model works well for corporate strategy teams that track multiple markets continuously, consulting firms with ongoing client engagements in specific sectors, and investment teams monitoring portfolio company industries.

6. Can GMI help with custom research beyond published reports?

Absolutely. GMI's consulting practice handles custom engagements ranging from market entry strategy and competitive intelligence to technology scouting, pricing studies, and customer insight research. If a private equity firm needs due diligence on a target company's addressable market, or a manufacturer needs to evaluate regional distribution channel options, or a healthcare company needs to assess regulatory pathways across multiple countries, we design studies tailored to those specific decisions. Our team has published over 12,000 reports and completed more than 2,400 managed projects since 2016, providing deep sector expertise across chemicals, advanced materials, technology, renewable energy, healthcare, automotive, and food industries.

Global Market Insights Inc. provides market research reports with country-level granularity, year-over-year forecasting, and transparent methodology with source citations. Every purchase includes PDF, Excel, and dataset deliverables at no extra charge. Our research is produced by human analysts without external AI tools, and every data point is validated through multiple independent sources. We offer free samples with actual data for pre-purchase evaluation, free customization up to 10 percent of report value, and dedicated analyst support after purchase.

Since 2016, GMI has served over 4,000 clients including Accenture, Deloitte, Microsoft, Samsung, Toyota, and Unilever. Our research has been cited by BBC, CNN, CNBC, Reuters, and National Geographic. We are ISO certified, Better Business Bureau accredited, and registered with the U.S. government System for Award Management.