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Research & Technology Enhancement

Most M/SMEs in Kenya do not engage in comprehensive market research before launching their products, often opting to imitate existing offerings instead. SUS-AFRIC provides M/SMEs and NPOs with the resources and expertise to navigate complex challenges, ensuring long-term resilience and success.

Explore Our Research
10+
Research Areas
5
Core Objectives
50+
SMEs Supported
10+
Studies Completed
Our Focus

Specific Objectives

Our research and technology enhancement program is built on five strategic objectives that drive sustainable enterprise growth.

Product Quality
01

Product Quality

To improve the quality of products produced

Sales Growth
02

Market Access

To increase sales locally and ensure access to export market opportunities

Innovation
03

Growth & Innovation

To ensure growth and expansion through product re-engineering, innovation and new product lines

Sustainability
04

Resilience & Sustainability

To ensure resilience and sustainability by maintaining competitive advantage in business strategies

Mentorship
05

R&D Mentorship

To provide consistent and reliable pathway for coaching and mentorship for R&D

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Our evidence-based research services help enterprises make informed decisions, optimize product development, and unlock new market opportunities across Africa.

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Research Team
What We Do

Key Research Areas

Our research services span 10 critical areas designed to give enterprises the evidence-based intelligence they need.

Market Research
Analysis

Market Research

Evaluating market size, trends, competitive landscape, and customer demographics to assess product viability and inform marketing strategies.

Consumer Study
Insights

Consumer Study

Understanding customer needs, preferences, behaviors, and experiences to design products that meet expectations and increase market acceptance.

Customer Satisfaction
Experience

Customer Satisfaction Study

Researching how users interact with products to gather insights on behaviors, motivations, and pain points for improved usability.

Product Testing
Validation

Product Testing

Testing prototypes in the market to gather feedback, validate ideas, and minimize risks before full-scale development.

Pricing Research
Strategy

Pricing Research

Analyzing market demand, competition, and customer willingness to pay, identifying optimal price thresholds that maximize revenue.

Competitor Analysis
Intelligence

Competitor Analysis

Evaluating key competing brands, their strengths and weaknesses, and developing strategies for M/SMEs to counter the competition.

Demand Study
Forecasting

Demand Study

Projecting estimated sales of a product or service at a specific price to inform business planning and resource allocation.

Supply Chain
Logistics

Supply Chain Study

Identifying key market players and service providers that M/SMEs need to collaborate with to penetrate and expand in the market.

Value Chain
Agriculture

Value Chain Analysis

Analyzing systemic factors from production to value addition and marketing, identifying key players, constraints, and solutions.

Feasibility Study
Viability

Feasibility Study

Evaluating the likelihood of product success by assessing ROI, SWOT, and resources needed to determine business viability.

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Need market intelligence, consumer insights, or feasibility analysis? Submit a request and our research team will get back to you.

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