Along with the trend analysis, quantitative data includes five-year
trends (2006-2010) on number of establishments, industry and number of
employees. This data is developed through Trendologys economic model
using regression analysis based on historical industry trend data.
Forecasts are available for 2010. Quantitative data for current year
2009 is provided for the U.S., 50 U.S. states, and 900 metro areas. The
report also lists up to ten of the industrys major players, their
current sales and stock symbol (for public companies). Color charts and
graphs run throughout the report to highlight trends and are ready for
presentations and displays. Links to Internet sources in the report are
useful for additional research and data gathering.