Trade publications exist to provide current information to people within an industry or profession. Use keywords to search for relevant articles (for example: "footwear manufacturing" AND operations). You can also search these databases using NAICS codes.
Associations are made up of businesses, non-profits and professionals within an industry. They exist to promote the industry and to support and educate industry professionals. Association websites can be a great source of data and information about an industry.
To find trade associations search keywords that describe your company's or product's industry with the term "association".
Example: "public transportation" AND "association".
Industry Research and b2b market research databases can be good resources for understanding the operations and supply chains within a particular industry and market.
These are useful resources when you need to determine costs of parts and find suppliers.
