tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079Fri, 06 Sep 2024 23:37:43 +0000Real OpinionsDan HealyMiddle EastMarket ResearchEffective MeasureInternet advertisingWebsite measurementUAEInternetDigital MarketingAppsAppsArabiaDavid AshfordDubaiOnline PrivacyRIMSmartphonesTerrapinnAdvertisingBlackBerryEmiratesExpatriatesIIR Middle EastMobile InternetOwners AssociationPlacePrivacyResearch In MotionThe Mobile Showe-commerceABCeABGAir ArabiaAirlinesCrisis ManagementDubai ChamberEconomic RecoveryEconsultancyEtihadFirst 100 daysForumGermanyHill and KnowltonInternet privacyLeaveLondonLow cost airlinesNegative EquityNielsenObamaRussiaSaudiSpot On Public RelationsThe Internet ShowUKUSflydubaimediaMEThis blog contains the research results and news items for Real Opinions and their website visitor profiling tool Effective Measure. We encourage feedback on our articles and research results.http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)Blogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-1128602730758494755Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:23:00 +00002011-10-06T14:49:41.955+04:00Air ArabiaAirlinesDan HealyDubaie-commerceEmiratesEtihadflydubaiInternetLow cost airlinesMarket ResearchMiddle EastReal Opinions2nd October 2011, UAE. Dubai-based low cost airline flydubai has been named the region's best value for money airline in a recent UAE poll, collecting 31% of the total vote.Following just two years of commercial flights, flydubai topped the poll of more than 500 UAE residents who were asked to choose "The best value for money airline for travel in the region". In second place was Dubai-based fullhttp://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/10/flydubai-tops-uae-poll-for-best-value_06.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-5071998379604348506Sun, 02 Oct 2011 08:20:00 +00002011-10-02T12:43:29.873+04:00Dan HealyDigital MarketingEconsultancyInternetInternet advertisingMarket ResearchMiddle EastReal OpinionsUAE2nd October 2011, DubaiTwo-thirds of consumers in the Middle East use the internet to research products and services, according to new research published today by Econsultancy and Real Opinions.The Middle East and North Africa Digital Consumer Report shows that 66% of consumers in MENA are using the internet to look for products or items to buy prior to purchase. Of these respondents, 48% use thehttp://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/10/middle-east-digital-consumer-report.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-1178241592080022216Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:05:00 +00002011-10-01T11:36:45.442+04:00AppsAppsArabiaBlackBerryDan HealyDavid AshfordMarket ResearchMiddle EastMobile InternetReal OpinionsResearch In MotionRIMSmartphonesTerrapinnThe Mobile Show1st October 2011, Dubai, UAE Here is an infographic of the research we conducted on smartphones and apps back in April 2011 in the Middle East with over n=2000 smartphone users from our online panel. We'd like to thank Research in Motion (BlackBerry) for sponsoring this research to help make it possible.The 2012 research results will be presented at The Mobile Show in Abu Dhabi from 17th to 18th http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/10/appsarabia-middle-east-infographics.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-5559444373472108941Sun, 25 Sep 2011 11:23:00 +00002011-09-25T19:43:28.535+04:00Dan HealyDigital Marketinge-commerceMarket ResearchMiddle EastReal OpinionsTerrapinnThe Internet ShowUAE26th September 2011, Dubai, UAE Real Opinions research results in Middle East with over 2000 Internet users and 250 businesses decision makers.The latest research by the Dubai based research company Real Opinions suggests that Middle East businesses are ignoring the voices of an estimated 70 million Internet users in the region and hampering the growth of the e-commerce industry. Just 6% of http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/09/middle-east-businesses-struggling-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-9163120413212141123Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:50:00 +00002011-07-15T15:27:02.736+04:00AppsAppsArabiaBlackBerryDan HealyDavid AshfordMiddle EastReal OpinionsResearch In MotionRIMSmartphonesTerrapinnThe Mobile Show12th July 2011, Dubai, UAE Research results in Middle East with 2,950 respondents. To receive a copy of the full report, register at www.real-opinions.com/researchReal Opinions and , the local investment fund helping to create a sustainable app development industry throughout the Middle East and North Africa region, has announced the findings of a comprehensive study on the current state and http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/07/real-opinions-research-findings-set-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-7713797615528488634Sun, 12 Jun 2011 08:55:00 +00002011-06-12T13:36:57.456+04:00AppsAppsArabiaDavid AshfordMarket ResearchMiddle EastReal OpinionsRIMSmartphonesReal Opinions research results in Middle East with 2,950 respondents. To receive a copy of the full report, register at www.real-opinions.com/research12th June 2011, Dubai, UAEThe latest research with smartphone users in the Middle East shows the dynamic growth of smartphones and opportunities for app developers with 95% of smartphone users claiming to have apps and 82% download them at least http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2011/06/8-in-10-smartphone-users-download-apps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-7392387890320484397Wed, 13 Oct 2010 10:26:00 +00002011-06-12T13:28:55.565+04:00Dan HealyOwners AssociationPlaceReal Opinions13th October 2010, Dubai,UAE.Survey shows Dubai residents believe owners association will provide transparency, improve better value and services, but have little impact upon industry.In a recent survey with Dubai residents by the research company Real Opinions, 50% believe that owners managing their own residential communities will give them better value for money and ultimately 56% agreed that http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/10/help-for-dubai-property-owners-but.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-590909245299805019Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:23:00 +00002010-10-01T18:45:10.585+04:00I came across the following video with some amazing imagery to compliment the audio to sear the message into the memory. Implications for managers trying to motivate employees. This also crosses into market research where the offer of money might not always have the desired impact for motivating respondents and their considered responses.http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/10/what-really-motivates-people-surprising.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-4382000333542764468Tue, 21 Sep 2010 23:53:00 +00002010-09-22T04:23:53.341+04:00Dan HealyInternet advertisingMiddle EastNielsenReal OpinionsWebsite measurement<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--><!--[if !mso]> st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } <![endif]--> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/09/real-opinions-signs-agreement-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-1936226647607286563Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:11:00 +00002010-09-15T13:32:53.791+04:00Dan HealyDigital MarketingDubai ChamberReal Opinions5th October 2010, DubaiABOUT THE SEMINARThe Business Support Department (Dubai Chamber) is hosting a Seminar on Digital Marketing at Dubai Chamber on October 5th 2010.Experts from Real Opinions and Al Tamimi &amp; Company will provide an introduction to digital marketing, its benefits, and share legal advice on how to protect one’s intellectual property in the digital realm.Digital marketing http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/09/digital-marketing-seminar-5th-oct-dubai.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-6972836838001625252Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:28:00 +00002010-06-17T01:19:57.099+04:00Dan HealyInternet privacyOnline PrivacyPrivacyReal OpinionsSpot On Public Relations16th June 2010, DubaiGlobal survey shows that 3 in 4 UAE Internet users are concerned about their Internet privacy and prefer advertising based upon what they do online rather than who they are.New research from Real Opinions shows that 60% of UAE Internet users favour behavioural targeting for customised advertising and Internet content, whilst 76% said their searches for products and visits to http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/06/internet-users-concerned-about-privacy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-7096479912172363616Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:47:00 +00002010-04-27T19:14:35.724+04:00Topic: Understanding The Growing Influence Of Digital 'Citizen Journalism' During Crisis Situations.25th May 2010Le Royal Meridien, Abu Dhabi, UAE - Growth of digital social networking in the Middle East and connectivity to influence others globally. This includes a review of Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Wikileaks and the growing use of mobile devices. Our own research results, global and local http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/04/real-opinions-ceo-presenting-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-7942412754309555268Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:53:00 +00002010-02-21T14:09:17.767+04:00Focus On Cutting-Edge Marketing Tactics And Strategies Which HarnessDigital Marketing Tools To Drive Innovation In Organisations.7 – 10 March 2010JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, UAEGuest SpeakersFor more information, visit: http://www.iirme.com/innovation/course-overviewDay One: Understanding Product Life Cycles, Economic And Digital Trends.Day Two: Infusing The Voice Of The Customer.Day Three: http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2010/02/real-opinions-ceo-hosting-innovation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-4685522423771297049Thu, 31 Dec 2009 13:19:00 +00002010-01-04T19:37:38.037+04:00Dan HealyEconomic RecoveryGermanyMarket ResearchReal OpinionsRussiaSaudiUAEUKUS31st December 2009, Dubai, UAEResults of Global Study in UAE, Saudi, USA, United Kingdom, Russia and Germany.On the eve of the new decade, research results have been released to show that 2010 is expected to bring cheer to the UAE; the economic recovery is expected to start in the last quarter of 2010 and fully recover in the second quarter of 2012.Research conducted by the Dubai based market http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/12/uae-consumers-expect-economic-recovery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-241751178764555039Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:24:00 +00002010-06-16T17:49:45.617+04:00Dan HealyMarket ResearchOwners AssociationPlaceReal OpinionsUAE16th June 2010, UAEInternet Users Concerned About Internet PrivacyGlobal survey shows that 3 in 4 UAE Internet users are concerned about their Internet privacy and prefer advertising based upon what they do online rather than who they are.New research from Real Opinions shows that 60% of UAE Internet users favour behavioural targeting for customised advertising and Internet content, whilst 76% http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/08/9-in-10-believe-developer-reputations.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-6018394861241183331Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:03:00 +00002009-08-16T21:44:20.327+04:00Crisis ManagementDan HealyHill and KnowltonMiddle EastReal Opinions4th August 2009, Dubai, UAEThe global economic downturn has highlighted the need for effective crisis planning, according to senior Gulf-based executives surveyed in a new study by Real Opinions and Hill &amp; Knowlton.More than three-quarters (77 per cent) of the executives who had undertaken some form of crisis planning said having a plan in place helped their company manage the http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/08/global-downturn-highlights-need-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-2424342144232347074Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:59:00 +00002009-07-28T08:45:48.184+04:00Dan HealyDubaiIIR Middle EastMarket ResearchReal Opinions27 July 2009, Dubai, UAEReal Opinions CEO Dan Healy is hosting a market research workshop in Dubai UAE from 27th September to 1st October 2009 with IIR Middle East.Click for more information and booking.Here is an outline of the courses (in 2 stages):Course I: 27 – 28 September 2009Essentials Of MarketResearch Develop A Framework On How To Conduct And Benefit From Market ResearchCourse II : 29 http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/07/real-opinions-ceo-to-host-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-5585114664361360843Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:17:00 +00002009-07-28T08:46:15.998+04:00Dan HealyDigital MarketingDubaiIIR Middle EastMiddle EastReal Opinions27 July 2009, Dubai, UAEReal Opinions CEO Dan Healy is hosting a digital marketing workshop in Dubai UAE from 9th to 13th August with IIR Middle East.Click for more information and booking.Attending course you will learn (well, the opportunity to!):Assess: An in-depth review of digital marketing and case studies on effectivenessApply New Trends: Evolving digital marketing practices and http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/07/real-opinions-ceo-to-host-digital.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-8884182045360630794Mon, 20 Jul 2009 07:15:00 +00002009-07-20T12:18:58.322+04:00Dan HealyEffective MeasureInternetMiddle EastMobile InternetReal Opinions20th July 2009, Dubai, UAEThe age of mobile convenience is upon us. Similar to the growth experienced with the Internet, the mobile Internet in the Middle East is set to dramatically escalate with new devices and applications to feed the demand of the ‘right here, right now’ generation of Internet users.Research conducted by the Dubai based market research company Real Opinions shows that for http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/07/mobile-internet-expected-to-overtake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-5812745544410562022Sun, 05 Jul 2009 20:20:00 +00002009-07-06T00:45:47.711+04:00ABCeDan HealyEffective MeasureInternet advertisingMiddle EastReal OpinionsWebsite measurement30th June 2009, Dubai, UAEOver 555 million page impressions have been measured in the Middle East during June alone by Effective Measure, the region's leading digital media planning and measurement solution.Scott Julian, CEO of Effective Measure, said this represents approximately nine million unique internet browsers and 32 million user sessions. 'The sheer scale of measurement that Effective http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/07/real-opinions-sets-up-london-base.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-5537802126423477134Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:40:00 +00002009-07-06T00:48:48.668+04:00Dan HealyEffective MeasureLondonReal OpinionsWebsite measurement9th June 2009, DubaiDubai-based Real Opinions has opened an office in central London, which will be run by founder and CEO Dan Healy.Real Opinions and Australian digital audience measurement company Effective Measure recently launched their audience measurement tool (also called Effective Measure) in the Middle East, and Healy now plans to introduce the system to UK clients.The solution, which http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/06/real-opinions-sets-up-london-base.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-2793988127185965138Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:41:00 +00002009-07-06T00:18:25.928+04:00Effective MeasureOnline PrivacyReal OpinionsWebsite measurement4th June 2009, AustraliaWeb measurement firm Effective Measure claims ‘new benchmark’ in online privacy.Earlier this week, web audience measurement firm Effective Measure claimed to be setting “a new benchmark in visitor privacy” with a system that would allow consumers to permanently opt out of having their online activity tracked.The issue of online privacy is drawing the attention of http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/06/interview-when-cookie-crumbles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-4838489520011796930Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:04:00 +00002009-06-09T19:10:59.983+04:00Effective MeasureInternet advertisingOnline PrivacyPrivacyReal Opinions2nd June 2009, DubaiIn Australia, digital audience measurement firm Effective Measure has announced plans to roll out a new visitor opt-out mechanism, which it says promises a ‘new benchmark’ in visitor privacy.The initiative will comply with EU and US privacy principles, while enabling the millions of anonymous users the firm measures to permanently opt out of its research.Effective Measure useshttp://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-benchmark-for-online-privacy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-2427053587263898470Mon, 18 May 2009 15:47:00 +00002009-05-19T08:14:29.252+04:00ABGAdvertisingDan HealyEffective MeasureEmiratesForumInternet advertisingReal OpinionsWebsite measurement19th May 2009, DubaiReal Opinions, a leading Internet research agency based in Dubai and London is inviting the Middle East Internet Industry to gather at their forum on 28th of May to announce and discuss the eagerly anticipated trial results of the Effective Measure website audience measurement solution. Over 80 websites are participating in the trial and the forum will focus on the results http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/05/internet-industry-comes-together-for_7694.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690152283036151079.post-9035364514089813402Fri, 01 May 2009 07:27:00 +00002009-05-01T11:37:14.579+04:00Effective MeasureInternetInternet advertisingmediaMEMiddle EastReal OpinionsWebsite measurement1st May 2009, Dubai1. Kindly introduce yourself and your company.Full service market research and leading digital research company Real Opinions. We have offices in Dubai and London. We comprise of former Nielsen Online (nee Nielsen//NetRatings), TNS and GfK (nee NOP) senior executives who have an intimate knowledge of not only the Middle East but also the global digital research industry http://real-opinions.blogspot.com/2009/05/1st-may-2009-dubai-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Opinions)0