Government Information
- Census- North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy.
- Census Regions & Divisions USMap of what states make up the different regions and subregions
Consumer Databases
- MRI-Simmons This link opens in a new window
MRI Simmons Catalyst is a database of US consumer survey data that provides information on who consumes what, and connects that to the consumers' demographics and media usage. For help using Simmons Insights, see this tip sheet. Use is limited to 10 simultaneous users.
- Mintel Academic This link opens in a new windowReports on packaging trends and grocery shopping trends.
NOTE: You will need to create an account to download data. See this tip sheet about how to register
Skyline Articles
- Skyline’s CEO aims to make Cincinnati chili more than just a regional foodInterview with Skyline CEO in Cincinnati Business Courier
- Skyline Chili, and Cincinnati Chili in General, Explained by a Local As Best She CanFood & Wine magazine article
Grocery Retail Research
Industry/Company Databases
- IBISWorld This link opens in a new windowSource for excellent in-depth industry reports including grocery stores, grocery wholesaling and online grocery stores.
- Statista This link opens in a new windowSource for US & International statistics, infographics, country reports, and market research survey data.
- Hoover's D&B Business Browser This link opens in a new windowThis is a source for company information and creating lists of companies in specific industries and in geographic areas.
- Business Source Complete This link opens in a new windowUse this for trade journal and business news articles, as well as scholarly business sources.
- Marketline This link opens in a new windowMarketline consists of reports on 10,000 companies in the US and internationally, as well as 2,000 industry reports and in-depth country and city reports. It also includes mergers & acquisitions data.
Marketing Tactics Databases
- eMarketer This link opens in a new windowReports on ad spending, demographics, marketing, and finance sectors.
- SRDS Media Solutions This link opens in a new windowUse this to find business (trade) and consumer magazines targeting grocers and consumers.
Geographic & Demographics Data
- SimplyAnalytics This link opens in a new windowUse this to create maps and tables showing where people live that fit into specific demographic or psychographic groups, or find businesses in particular geographic areas. US only.
Your Librarian
Email: Grishaz@miamioh.edu
Your Librarian
NYT & WSJ; Cincy Business Courier
- New York Times This link opens in a new windowGo to nytimes.com/grouppass. Create a NYTimes.com account using your university e-mail address. You may need to be on campus when renewing your account.
- Wall Street Journal (4 years ago - present) This link opens in a new window
Current faculty, staff, and students can activate their Miami University Libraries-sponsored Wall Street Journal account from any location on or off campus. Click “view more” for details…
- Go to the WSJ registration page.
- Enter first and last name
- Select an Account Type from the dropdown: Student, Professor, or Staff
- Enter your email address and create a password. The email address and password will allow access on other devices outside of the university network.
- Click Create to complete registration and create your WSJ subscription.
- Once you have an account you can go directly to: https://www.wsj.com/
- Cincinnati Business Courier This link opens in a new window
The latest business news from the Cincinnati Business Courier. This has full access to all 44 other local business journals owned by American City Business Journals.
Subscription is provided by Miami's Center for Career Exploration and Success.
Click 'More info' for registration instructions.
