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Basis is a B2B insight consultancy helping organisations understand how buyers really think, compare, and decide. Through rigorous B2B market research, we turn complex decision journeys into clear strategic direction.


From positioning and go-to-market strategy to B2B brand tracking and message testing, we help teams see what is actually driving consideration, trust, and purchase. That means sharper positioning, faster decisions, and insight that connects directly to growth.



How B2B market research really works

B2B isn’t just complex.

It’s political. Messy. High-stakes. Long sales cycles, niche decision-makers, siloed teams — and pressure to get it right.

We help B2B brands find clarity in the chaos. From early-stage positioning to go-to-market execution, we deliver insight that helps you move faster, win internal buy-in, and grow with confidence.

 

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B2B market research that drives commercial decisions

Brand tracking, segmentation, and growth strategy for complex B2B markets”

Where we play

Construction
Energy
Financial services
Food & drink
Manufacturing & industrial
Professional services
Real estate
Technology & communications
Transport & logistics
Utilities
Accounting
Industrial automation
Logistics & supply chain
Packaging & containers
Wholesale

The company we keep

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Green EE Limited logo
eBay company logo
Google company logo
Indeed company logo
Meta Platforms Inc company logo
Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
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Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
Meta Platforms Inc company logo
Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
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Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
Meta Platforms Inc company logo
Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
Meta Platforms Inc company logo
Rocket Mortgage company logo
Sage company logo
Indeed company logo
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Sage company logo
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This insight struck a chord with our leadership… It set the customer imperative for our new strategy and evidenced the headroom potential we can capture in our existing categories.

Jon Cowan Chief of Staff to the CEO, Sage

How we work

Qualitative
Quantitative
Big data & AI
Ethnography
Interactive workshops
Secondary research
Stakeholder interviews
Statistical analysis
MaxDiff and Conjoint
Customer journey mapping

Brand tracking, segmentation, and growth strategy for complex B2B markets

Move faster. Make better decisions.

The best B2B teams don’t just move fast, they move smart.

Basis B2B gives you the intelligence and focus to align stakeholders and act with conviction.

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B2B Market Research FAQ

What does a B2B market research agency do?

A B2B market research agency helps businesses understand their buyers, competitors, and market dynamics through qualitative and quantitative research — including brand tracking, buyer journey mapping, segmentation, and pricing research. Unlike consumer firms, B2B specialists reach niche decision-makers in complex buying environments.

How is B2B market research different from B2C?

B2B targets professional decision-makers, not consumers. Sample sizes are smaller but more targeted. Buying cycles are longer with multiple stakeholders. Research accounts for both rational and emotional drivers across committee-based decisions.

What industries does Basis Global cover for B2B research?

Basis delivers B2B insight across energy and utilities, technology and SaaS, telecommunications, industrial and manufacturing, and financial services — spanning brand tracking, buyer journey mapping, proposition development, and creative testing.

How much does B2B market research cost?

B2B research projects range from £20,000 to £150,000+ depending on scope, markets, methodology, and audience complexity. Brand tracking is typically an ongoing retainer. Basis scopes every project individually.

What is B2B brand tracking?

B2B brand tracking measures how your brand is perceived over time by target buyers relative to competitors — tracking awareness, consideration, preference, and associations among smaller, harder-to-reach professional audiences.

How do you recruit B2B decision-makers for research?

We combine specialist B2B panels, client customer lists, LinkedIn-verified recruitment, industry events, and professional networks. For C-suite or technical specialists, we use custom recruitment rather than generic consumer panels.

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