This project was initiated to overhaul the competitive intelligence processes for a prominent telecommunications company with 19,000 employees. Tasked with monitoring 17 global peers, the company needed a robust solution to track technology implementation, expansion plans, market entries, and merger and acquisition activities. Existing tools, restricted by their reliance on centralized data sources and inflexible filters, proved inadequate, often missing crucial information. By developing a custom web crawling solution, we provided a targeted approach that efficiently segregates vital data from irrelevant details, significantly enhancing strategic analysis capabilities.
What data we used
— Customized web crawler designed to monitor specific news, expansions, technological advancements, and corporate movements related to 17 global peers in the telecommunications industry.
— Tailored analytics platform to process and filter the extracted data based on precise company requirements.
Objectives
— Create a flexible and efficient tool to capture relevant competitive intelligence without the noise typically associated with general data sources.
— Save significant time for competitive intelligence professionals, allowing for deeper analytical work.
— Produce actionable intelligence reports that inform strategic decisions at quarterly board meetings.
Deliverables
— A custom web crawler that directly targets and retrieves pertinent information from specified global markets and competitors.
— Auto-generated intelligence reports that effectively highlight critical insights, allowing competitive intelligence professionals to focus on deeper analysis.
— Enhanced competitive reports prepared for quarterly reviews with the board of directors, aiding in strategic planning and decision-making.
This use case underscores the value of bespoke technological solutions in addressing industry-specific challenges, providing the telecommunications company with a competitive edge through improved data accuracy and operational efficiency.
