GLG Network Survey: Pest Control

SURVEY DETAILS

TARGET POPULATION

For this Network Survey, GLG surveyed 80 senior executives working within the pest control industry across the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Canada and US.

What will you learn from this survey?

• Respondents discussed the current challenges faced within the space, such as pesticide resistance and increased costs.
• Furthermore, the survey also looked into the growth of environment-friendly products and new technologies within the industry in the upcoming years.
• Lastly, the research gathered the experts’ views on the driving factors for growth and revenue.

Example of findings:

• In January 2024, over half of the respondents from all regions except Italy expected an increase in sales of 1% to 5% within the upcoming 2 years.
• Around six-in-ten experts (58%) remain confident that environmental-friendly products will see a rise in the market in the coming 2 years.
• 94% respondents agreed that handheld devices is an area of business elevated towards technology.

DELIVERABLES

The GLG Surveys team drafted the questionnaire with the support of GLG Network Member, Larry Walker, former Director of Regulatory Compliance at Rentokil, Inc.

The standard deliverable includes:

• 1 x Individual responses (“raw data”) in Excel.
• 1 x PPT report with aggregated data.
• Executive summary with key takeaways and highlights from the raw data.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS

• How likely are companies within your sector to increase the employee count in the coming 2 years (2024-2025)?
• In your view, how will sales levels be in the coming 2 years compared to 2023?
• What are the top three revenue sources in the industry?
• What are the main marketing channels across the industry for acquiring new customers?
• What are the biggest challenges faced in the pest control business?
• In your view, which new technologies or innovations will be the next big thing for the pest control industry?
• What are the driving factors for growth in the coming 2 years?
• Please rank the following companies in terms of volume in the coming 5 years in your market.

ACCESS

This survey is available to subscribers of the Consumer Goods and Services (CGS) sector (Limited subscriptions and above). This offer includes the raw data file and a high-level presentation through PowerPoint. Please contact your GLG representative for details on your firm’s access.

DISCLAIMER:

Please be advised that GLG Network Surveys operate differently than traditional GLG consultations, surveys, teleconferences, etc. and it is advisable that you consult with your firm’s legal and/or compliance department to review your use of the product and the payment for such work under your current subscription. 

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