[VIDEO] Market Research 101 - A Guide for Construction Companies

Colby Humphrey, Senior Director of Pinnacle Center for Competitive Intelligence and Development, presents an overview of a new book designed to show the value of basic market research principles for the construction industry

Feb 4, 2015

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