SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., January 26, 2005 – High-tech market research firm, In-Stat (http://www.in-stat.com) announces today that it has established a branch of its research practice in Mainland China, expanding its existing presence in the Asia-Pacific region. This move represents another step in In-Stat’s strategic road map to produce actionable market research on a global basis.
In-Stat’s presence in China is an extension of a joint venture announced by Reed Business Information (RBI), In-Stat’s parent company, and International Data Group (IDG), early in 2004. Through its affiliation with the alliance, which is overseen by Hugo Shong, President & CEO, IDG Asia/China, In-Stat will have access to a well-established network of information and people. In-Stat will thus be able to provide a unique insider position on the burgeoning Chinese market. Mark Kirstein, In-Stat’s General Manager states that “Our China operation and partnership with IDG Asia/China allows In-Stat’s customers to reap the benefits of a long-term investment and thorough understanding of the Chinese business environment.”
In-Stat’s in-region research practice will also provide Chinese and Asian companies with unparalleled access to 20 plus years of advanced communications and semiconductor research experience, a well-established global presence, and a unique set of research methodologies. At the same time, In-Stat’s analyst staff will furnish expanding Chinese companies with a new voice in the global technology market place.
About In-Stat
In-Stat (www.in-stat.com) is the leading provider of actionable research, assessments and market forecasts of semiconductors and advanced communications equipment and services. Our forecasts, analysis, and insights are derived from both a deep technology understanding and a unique research methodology, which examines each segment of the value chain for each market. Technology vendors, service providers, technology professionals and market specialists, worldwide, rely on In-Stat's tenured, experienced staff and in-depth research to support critical technology, product and success decisions. In-Stat is a division of Reed Business Information.
About Reed Business Information
Reed Business Information (www.reedbusiness.com/us), the largest business-to-business publisher in the U.S., offers business professionals in the media, manufacturing, electronics, construction and retail industries more than 100 market-leading business-to-business publications, 75 Webzines and Web portals, custom publishing, directories, research and direct-marketing lists. RBI is a member of the Reed Elsevier Group plc (NYSE: RUK and ENL) - a world-leading publisher and information provider operating in the science and medical, legal, education and business-to-business industry sectors.
About International Data Group
International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, research, and event company. A privately-held company, IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers including Bio-IT World, CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Network World, and PC World. The company features the largest network of technology-specific Web sites with more than 400 around the world. IDG is also a leading producer of more than 170 computer-related events worldwide including LinuxWorld Conference & ExpoR, Macworld Conference & ExpoR, COMNETR Conference & Expo, DEMO, and IDC Directions. IDC provides global market research and advice through offices in 50 countries. Company information is available at http://www.idg.com.
