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Founded in 1979, Gartner is a provider of research and analysis about the global information technology industry. The company provides data, advice and opinions to more than 45,000 clients worldwide representing in excess of 9,000 distinct organizations. Its clients include chief information officers and other senior information technology executives in corporations and government agencies, as well as technology companies and members of the investment community. Gartner operates four businesses that consist of Gartner Research, a comprehensive collection of analysis and advice for the users and vendors of technology; Gartner Executive Programs, one of the world's largest membership program for CIOs, senior IT managers and their direct reports; Gartner Events, a major IT conference provider; and Gartner Consulting, an independent consultancy at the intersection of business and technology. The company maintains its headquarters in Stamford, Conn., and has offices in Europe, Latin America, the Asia-Pacific Region, the Middle East and Africa.

The NPD Group is a provider of comprehensive consumer and retail information for a wide range of industries. It serves more than 1,500 manufacturers and retailers. It provides sale-tracking information, including sales volume, market share and pricing. It also offers consumer information for retailers, including customer satisfaction, demographics and key market trends. Its retail tracking information addresses business issues of pricing and advertising analysis, assortment planning and marketing strategy. It assists clients to identify new business opportunities and also guide in marketing and sales of products. The NPD Group additionally provides information about automobiles, beauty products, commercial technology, food and entertainment and fashion. The NPD Group is located in Port Washington, N.Y.