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Bespoke Retail Data Product

Published on: Friday, 19th March 2021

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY A pioneer in the retail industry with an online solution providing easy access to global retailer data, had the challenge of creating retailer profiles through the data capture of financial and operational location information. Within this case study we detail how we used a news curation platform and a custom-built retailer model […]

AI Driven Image Attribute Extraction

Published on: Tuesday, 19th January 2021

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY A world-leading authority on forecasting consumer and design trends had the challenge of collecting, aggregating and reporting on millions of fashion products spanning multiple categories and sub-categories within 24 hours of them being published online. Within this case study we explored the full scope of the challenge and helped implement an AI-driven […]

Mitigating Resourcing Challenges With Offshore Tech Talent

Published on: Tuesday, 15th December 2020

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY Discover how a global B2B media business, with over £400 million in annual turnover dealt with the challenge of tight deployment and development timelines with little room for recruitment or onboarding. In addition, they are challenged with frequent product updates, often requiring complete rebuilds as a result of constantly evolving product visions. […]

Bespoke Date Engineering

Published on: Friday, 16th October 2020

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY An award-wining automative client who’s product allows the valuation of vehicles anywhere in the world and tracks millions of price points and specification details across a large range of vehicles. Required help navigating the increasingly complex world of automotive data. This case study details how Merit aided their ability to collate vehicle […]

AI Driven image processing at scale

Published on: Tuesday, 6th October 2020

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY Learn how a global consumer and design trends forecasting authority collects fashion data daily and transforms it to provide meaningful insight into breaking and long-term trends. Covering hundreds of global retailers, their challenge is to process clothing and accessories data across multiple departments within 24 hours of them being published. To read […]

Dods Group Plc acquires Meritgroup Limited, a B2B data and technology specialist

Dods Group Plc, the leading business intelligence, media and events company, announced today that it has acquired Meritgroup Limited, a specialist data engineering and technology provider to the B2B media and information sector, for £22.4 million. For 186 years, Dods Group has been providing its customers with business-critical information and access to key decision-makers within […]

Thought GDPR would put an end to data prospecting? Think again!

As we approach the first anniversary of GDPR data regulations coming into force, I wanted to share some insight that I think paints an interesting picture of the legislation’s impact.

Watch how we made our dream come true

Our new base in Chennai is brought to life in this video detailing how we transformed a disused warehouse into an architecturally stunning tech hub.

Building a vision: Merit transforms industrial shell into futuristic tech hub

We are delighted to have unveiled the newest addition to Chennai’s commercial landscape: a 55,000 square foot eco-building, constructed using sustainable materials and equipped with cutting-edge technology for use by a 1,000-strong team of developers and data management experts. Our new four-storey space, which was converted from a disused warehouse, features expansive open-plan areas structured […]

Delete…delete…delete…OPEN!

I recently received an email from author Guy Kawasaki, advertising his new book. It was one of the simplest emails I’ve received in a while – and one of the most effective. I read the email; I followed the link; I bought the book. I consider that email an exemplar of best practice in terms […]

“If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in.”

It’s a phrase that conjures up visions of paper lists at nightclub doors – but in the digital age it’s more relevant than ever. If you’re on the right lists, then countless doors of opportunity are open to you; if not, those doors slam shut. Of course, GDPR regulation was welcomed with open arms by […]

Transfer window closed?

If you are an IT manager in a mid-sized company you will share the frustrations of football fans who support non-Premiership clubs. If their team is lucky enough to find a young talent who could really help deliver the results the club needs, in no time at all they are tempted away by the glamour […]

Common Challenges of Event Pros

The EventsEvents 2019 is one of those professional conferences that you mark your calendar well in advance and return to year after year. The active participation and open dialogue for the attendees, combined with the intimate setting and multiple networking opportunities results in enlightening conversations and a plethora of good ideas. Here are a few […]

New US VP of client services

Merit has appointed data-driven marketing expert Dennis O’Brien as Vice President of US Client Services to provide dedicated support to the American market. O’Brien, who has more than 20 years’ experience in marketing, will work closely with existing clients and prospects to explore and identify new opportunities to drive audience growth, improve marketing efficiency, and […]

Breaking news: Size doesn’t matter!

While it isn’t in doubt that data is increasingly crucial to a business’ survival and profitability, what is news to some is that Big Data isn’t always the answer. Yes, a recent study by Accenture revealed 79% of executives believe companies that don’t embrace Big Data could face extinction. Indeed, 83% had themselves pursued Big […]