The NPD Group

Disrupt Today’s Trends and Point Them in Your Direction

IHA caught some time to chat with Joe Derochowski, executive director and Industry analyst – home, at The NPD Group for a preview of his upcoming presentation at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show, the Innovation Theater will feature 21 presentations over four days covering topics ranging from new product design to the Smart Home. Joe Derochowski has been…

Stats: Cooking for Generations

What’s for dinner? That depends on whom you ask. According to a generational study published by The NPD Group, the evening meal is the dining event of the day that is most sharply divided by age. Knowing what people want for dinner is a key issue for both retailers and manufacturers trying to figure out what consumers want to buy to cook that meal. Or whether they want to cook…

Trends: Fresh food appeals to younger shoppers

How consumers eat has a direct impact on kitchenware stores, who strive to sell those consumers the tools they need for their cooking adventures. For instance, if shoppers favor easy-cook frozen meals, microwaves top their shopping lists. However, a study by The NPD Group finds that consumers, especially younger consumers, are turning to fresh fruits and vegetables more than…

Trends: Dieting Gives Way To Healthy Eating

Every January as consumers begin the new year with resolutions for a new body, research shows that when it comes down to actually eating, Americans are less focused on dieting and more focused on adopting a healthier lifestyle. Instead of turning to diet aids and products, consumers are looking for the authenticity and purity of the foods they eat, according to The NPD…

Inspiring Innovation: An Interview with Debra J. Mednick, The NPD Group, Inc.

By Vicki Matranga, Design Programs Coordinator Learn how to develop and launch the right products for the right customer—with the right methods! Be sure to attend some of the free executive-level educational sessions at the Innovation Theater. These programs will give you a new perspective as you walk the Show and will inspire, inform and improve your business. The four…