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Topic Discussed : Global Crop Protection MarketSpeakers : Arun RameshKey Takeaways:Growing demand for food safety in developed and developing nations has urged farmers to adopt recommended practices in the use of crop protection chemicals (pesticides). Consumer awareness on the residual effects of pesticides on food products has risen over the past decade. Search for alternatives and implementation of best practices has become priority and has entailed better efficiency in increasing agricultural income offering better yield and quality products. In this edition of the Agriculture & Nutrition Opportunity Engine Series, global growth opportunities crop protection (pesticides) market are explored in detail with emphasis on key growth factors across global and regional markets, market trends, technologies, product innovations and competitive landscapeFor further insights, please join us for future podcasts and become a member of the Frost & Sullivan’s Leadership Council by emailing us at: digital@frost.c

Topic Discussed : Global Analysis of the Can & Coil Coatings MarketSpeakers : Soundarya ShankarKey Takeaways:This research service covers the markets for can and coil coatings at a global level. The coil coatings market is a dynamic one with continuous innovations with respect to finish, textures and other functional attributes. While construction industry growth is likely to boost the coil coatings market, the can coatings market is expected to be driven by the growth in food and beverage industry. Sluggish growth in the adoption of water-borne coatings in these markets are likely to impact revenues whereas growing penetration of premium chemistries will boost market growth. The study analyses the key applications such as automotive, construction, appliances, coatings, food and beverage that present significant opportunities for can and coil coatings. Regional analyses along with technology overview describing the adoption of solvent and water-borne coatings have been presented in the studyFor further in

Topic Discussed : The Future of InsuranceSpeakers : Lauren Martin-Taylor & Clare WalkerInsurers who embrace transformative industry trends will be poised for growth. For example, providing consumers with the ability to select insurance policies through user-based insurance and demand insurance approaches will allow insurers to compete more effectively with powerful social groups, such as the elderly and millennials. Also, by leveraging prevention-as-a-service models, insurers can mitigate pressing threats to policy payouts.If you are looking for new ways to capitalize on consumer trends and technologies driving the future, Frost & Sullivan invites you to join Lauren Martin-Taylor, Principal Consultant, Visionary Innovation Group, and Clare Walker, Principal Consultant, Business & Financial Services, for the webinar: The Future of Insurance. Gain expert insight into dozens of growth opportunities as a result of 24 emerging trends affecting insurance.Key Takeaways:Understand how to compete more effe

Topic Discussed : Digital Trust in the Age of Normalized Data BreachesSpeakers : Jason ReedIn a time when major data breaches have become a routine feature of the news cycle, digital consumer trust is an intangible and highly consequential metric for any organization conducting business online.Key Takeaways:Do perceptions of customers in the business community align with consumer reality?What makes (or breaks) consumer digital confidence in organizations?Find out the regional variations in the degree of trust consumers have in online services—and the impacts on consumer behavior.Related Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Data Breach, Data Privacy, Cyber Security, Digital Identity, Online Data, Digital Experience, Data Analysis, Metrics, SecurityWebsite: www.frost.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topic Discussed : Human Factors in Cybersecurity: Social Engineering and Awareness Training ServicesSpeakers : Swetha R KKey Takeaways :The European Security Awareness Training (SAT) market is expected to reach a size of $564.8 million by 2023, expanding at a CAGR of 26.1% over 2018-2023. Despite being in the early growth stage of the product lifecycle, the demand for a holistic SAT is high in Europe, partly owing to enterprises becoming cognizant of business continuity risks from security threats. However, lower entry barriers and high churn result in lower margins for vendors. The year 2018 saw many leading vendors getting acquired by endpoint security solution providers or managed service providers, pointing to a significant consolidation of the market in the near future. Vendors are embracing automated technology based solutions to streamline the detection and response process.Frost & Sullivan’s study on the European SAT market provides a comprehensive analysis of trends, perspectives, and market fore

Topic Discussed : Global Commercial Drone Outlook - Trends & Technologies That Will Drive GrowthSpeakers : Michael BladesThis presentation will provide a realistic outlook for the commercial drone market and a roadmap of how the commercial drone ecosystem will develop.Frost & Sullivan invites you to join Michael Blades, Aerospace & Defense Research Director, for the webinar: Global Commercial Drone Outlook: Trends and Technologies That Will Drive Growth. Attendees of this webinar will have a greater understanding of current trends and future technologies that will drive growth, as well as where specific growth opportunities currently exist.Key Takeaways:1) Hear 2019 predictions for the market 2) Identify real growth opportunities 3) Understand the regulatory environment and likely timelines for expanded use of commercial drones4) Discover what Mega Trends are driving or inhibiting the commercial drone marketRelated Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Drones, UAS, DaaS, Drone services pr

Topic Discussed : Global Commercial Aerospace Outlook: Emerging Growth OpportunitiesSpeakers : Timothy J. KuderThe global commercial aerospace market saw growth in 2018 as the supply chain was pushed to the limits. 2019 will not show relief for the supply chain as OEMs scramble to capitalize on strong demand, especially in the APAC region, which is exploding. One OEM is expected to make a big announcement this year regarding an airframe that will bridge the next-gen airframes to the futuristic models. Growth opportunities are evident for suppliers that can keep up as OEMs exercise vertical integration, joint ventures and even embedding strategic leadership within supply houses in hopes of securing the outcome. Emerging technologies, including advanced composite materials, additive manufacturing and electrification, will continue to disrupt the design and construction of platforms.Frost & Sullivan invites you to join Timothy J. Kuder, Aerospace & Defense Senior Industry Analyst, for the webinar Global

Topic Discussed : Global Automotive Customer Relationship Management Market, Forecast to 2025Speakers : Dorothy AmyKey Takeaways :1) Automotive CRM is evolving and personalized marketing campaigns are crucial in the era of Omni-channel retailing. Accurate customer insights, better segmentation, and proactive sales and service initiation will optimize a dealership’s profitability2) Vendors providing open dealer management system (DMS) integrations will be largely favored by third-party CRM providers due to low integration fees3) Large dealerships will involve a long tail of transition and, hence, are not likely to adopt cloud based CRM solutions until 2025For further insights, please join us for future podcasts and to know more about our Growth Partnership Services, reach out to digital@frost.com or click here to Contact Us.Related Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Automotive CRM  Dealerships, OEM Direct Sales, Virtual Showrooms, Customer Experience, Customer Relationship Management, Omni Cha

Topic Discussed : Global Semi-Trailers Market, 2017–2025Speakers : Wallace LauKey Takeaways :The global semi-trailer market is set to experience an evolution as strengthening regulations and fuel efficiency needs grow. Semi-trailers are expected to evolve from a commoditized equipment to an engineered product with advanced technologies to help reduce operating cost, improve fuel efficiency, enhance resource utilization, reduce payload weight, and enhance safety. Tractor-trailer combinations are expected to continue as the most relied upon method of freight delivery globally. Global developing markets are expected to be key drivers of semi-trailers as road infrastructure continues to improve.Related Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Semi-trailer, Market Size, Aerodynamics, EPA GHG Phase 2Website: www.frost.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topic Discussed : South Africa Automotive Aftermarket Industry, Forecast to 2023Speakers : Zaheera AhmedKey Takeaways :1) VIO in South Africa grew by 3.3%; vehicle age continued to remain stable at an average of 12.2 years. Total vehicles in operation (VIO) increased to 9.97 million in 2018, which created incremental growth opportunities for replacement and maintenance-related services. 2) Investment into the vehicle manufacturing sector continued to grow strongly with a number of OEMs raising production capabilities or introducing new models. Component manufacturers’ followed-suit with the need to improve capabilities and capacity. Exports of new vehicles are driving investment into the sector.3) The non-OEM aftermarket constitutes 70%-80% of the sector while authorized dealers make up the remaining 20%-30%.4) Suppliers increasingly participated in direct eRetailing – a number of online businesses have opened with great success. Traditional bricks and mortar retailers are gradually developing online cap

Topic Discussed : Impact of Blockchain on the Global Automotive Aftermarket, Forecast to 2025Speakers : Benson AugustineKey Takeaways :Parts Authentication Through Digital Twining to Substantially Decrease Seepage of Counterfeit Products in the Supply Chain. Supply chain stake holders are likely to invest in smart contracts to effectively exploit the distributed ledger applications of blockchain. Data monetization through tokenization of user blocks likely to become mainstream as free data leeching by service providers is likely to endRelated Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Distributors, EVs, Fintech, MaaS “mobility-as-a-service”, Maas, Parts Retail, Prognostics, Suppliers, Supply Chain & Logistics, Telematics, aftermarket, and Shared mobility, anonymity, asset tracking, bitcoins, blockchain, crypto, cryptocurrency, decentralized, distributed ledgers, eWallers, ethereum, financial documentation, financing, fractional ownership, hash, investment, key, ledgers, megatrends, node, part authentication, pr

Topic Discussed : Global School Bus Market Analysis, Forecast to 2025Speakers : Vineeth PurushothamKey Takeaways :Strong push by the governments in China, India and the Middle East towards regularizing and standardizing the school bus will be key to the market growth and challenge the dominance of North America. Rising safety standards and increasing automotive traffic will lead to high occupancy rate in School buses. School bus safety standards in North America are beyond those for any passenger carriers worldwide. The school bus market in North America is highly mature in terms of adoption rates, safety and security of passengers and other regions are trying to emulate them. Enabling real time tracking and advanced connected technologies will ensure School buses to be preferred mode of transport, than economical public transport systemsRelated Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, School Bus, North America, China, Middle East, UAE, India, Electrification, Global, Commercial Vehicle, Light duty,  El

Topic Discussed : Future of Clinical Laboratories—Winning Strategies & Emerging Growth OpportunitiesSpeakers : Divyaa Ravishankar, Industry Principal,Frost & Sullivan, Kyle Fetter, Executive Vice President, XIFINKey Takeaways :• Understand what is driving business for clinical laboratories and what will change in the future• Learn how are clinical laboratories adjusting to the declining reimbursement situation• Gain insight on ways a data-driven approach can help laboratories increase efficiency• Better understand how blockchain applies in the world of clinical laboratory services testingRelated Keywords: Frost & Sullivan, Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Data Analysis, Clinical LaboratoriesWebsite: www.frost.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topic Discussed : Future of Global Shared Driverless Vehicles Market, Forecast to 2031Speakers : Guruguhan NatarajKey Takeaways :1)     Shared Driverless vehicle (SDV) market revenue is estimated to reach $10.40 billion globally by 2031. Growth is expected at a CAGR of 60.7% between 2017 and 20312)     The legal framework is being formulated in Europe and the United States. Government support of SDV systems is expected to be a significant factor in the proliferation of automated buses by the year 2025. Many regional governments such as England, Finland, Netherlands, Japan, Singapore and some US states are pushing autonomous driving technologies3)     Automated bus transit systems are expected to have significant growth post 2021. This is because of the launch of commercial operations and entry of new market participants. Key automotive OEM’s are expected to form strategic partnerships with autonomous technology solution providers to bu

Topic Discussed : CV Telematics Opportunity Analysis by Industry, EU and NA, Forecast to 2025Speaker : Mugundhan DeenadayalanKey Takeaways: 1)Petroleum & Chemical Industry Fleets operating in the petroleum & chemical Industry in North America are expected to see almost 100% penetration in telematics solution due to the compulsory ELD Mandate for hazmat placarded vehicles. 2)Food & Beverage Industry The food & beverage haulage industry is expected to see a growth of 22% and 8.3% in telematics adoption in North America and Europe respectively. This is fueled by the rise in trailer telematics , especially trailer status and temperature management. 3)Cross - Integration via marketplace or app-storeTelematics Service Providers are expected to fill the gaps in their FMS portfolio for specific industries by integrating solutions from other solution providers via an app-store like featureRelated Keywords: LCV, M/HCV Trucks, Fleet Management Solutions, Commercial vehicle Telema

Topic Discussed : Impact of Autonomous Trucks on Telematics ServicesSpeaker : Mugundhan DeenadayalanKey Takeaways: 1)Truck drivers will become their truck’s own operating managers. Telematics Service Providers will increasingly concentrate on vehicle and fleet management related services in the next three decades. Though not completely wiped out, driver related services will start its downward graph once Level 3 or above trucks come into operation.2)Trucks are going to be huge data oceans and are going to generate tonnes of data points. These data are going to need proper utilization and protection in an efficient and effective way. Data Analytics will be the next big thing once autonomous sets in. TSPs should align their priorities and expand into innovative portfolio. 3)Commercial trucking industry will be the first industry to put autonomous driving to use rather than the commonly anticipated passenger car industry. Autonomous trucks will majorly drive only on highways between designated points.

Topic Discussed : Future of Sedans in North America 2018Speaker : Venkata BalakrishnanKey Takeaways: Due to dropping oil prices in 2017, consumers purchased lesser hatchbacks and sedans and shifted to purchasing pick ups and trucks.With 9 new vehicles introduced in the markets in 2018, the SUV and crossover is further expected to increase, with these vehicles already contributing over 120,000 vehicles in 2018.Related Keywords: GM, Ford, Hyundai, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, BMW ,Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volvo, Polestar, Tesla, Sedan, Crossovers, SUVsWebsite: www.frost.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topic Discussed : Mergers and acquisiton landscape in the Lifescience Industry Speaker : Khushbu JainKey Takeaways: Pharma companies are seeking radical and immediate growth through M&A. Conversely, we can expect a lower volume of total deals but a higher average deal value Diagnostic and research tools segments on the other hand can extract value from inorganic growth by thinking beyond data curation and more about deriving & utilizing insightsOn that note, I hope you enjoyed this session.Please join us for future podcasts and become a member of our Leadership CouncilEmail us at digital@frost.com. Thank you for your time.Related Keywords: Mergers and Acquisitions in Life Science, mega-mergers, mega-acquisitions, M&A in pharma, M&A in biopharma, M&A in contract research organizations, M&A in contract development and manufacturing organizations, M&A in diagnostics, cell and gene therapy, patient engagement 2.0, patient centricity, connected health, Medication Adherenc

Topic Discussed : The Case for IIoT—A Journey into the Future of ManufacturingSpeaker : Nandini NatarajanKey Takeaways: This podcast from Frost & Sullivan is on the topic of Future of Manufacturing, highlighting key strategic imperatives for the global industrial space. In a space that is constantly changing, the podcast highlights suggestive approach towards identifying technologies that will shape the future of manufacturing vis-a-vis others that might simply remain a fad.On that note, I hope you enjoyed this session.Please join us for future podcasts and become a member of our Leadership CouncilEmail us at digital@frost.com. Thank you for your time.Related Keywords: Industrial Iot, Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, IOT, internet of things, iot in manufacturing, smart factories, IIoT platforms, IT, OT, digital technologies in manufacturing, digital manufacturing, technology trends, business models, IT-OT convergenceWebsite: www.frost.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topic Discussed : Global Trade Wars ImpactSpeaker : Neha Anna ThomasKey Takeaways: Trade wars roiled the global economy in 2018, with businesses having to cope with significantly higher import costs. Apart from US-China trade wars that took center stage, other exporting nations were also directly affected by the US’s blanket additional tariffs on products such as steel, aluminum, and washing machines. The US and China are currently in the midst of a truce period, with the US holding off on imposing further tariffs on China at this time. All additional tariffs from 2018 however continue to remain in effect.Frost & Sullivan’s latest research on global trade wars examines trade war scenarios, impact on economy and industry, as well as mitigation strategies. Businesses can leverage this research to stay on top of trade war developments, gain forward looking insights, and accordingly fine-tune strategic planning capabilities. On that note, I hope you enjoyed this session.Please join us for futur