1st Source Research, Inc
Research ServicesNorth Carolina, United States2-10 Employees
1st Source Research, Inc. operates from Raleigh, North Carolina as a provider of research services for clients who outsource research activities in several chemical-related industries, including latex, coatings, adhesives, building products, textiles, cosmetics, and bio-based materials. The firm supports its clients by helping them understand market needs, develop new products, and apply advanced analytical techniques to gain insight into chemical processes. With a focus on portfolio balance, the company aims to pursue both incremental improvements and breakthrough technologies through a mix of long- and short-term projects, executed by a small team. Recently the firm expanded its offerings to include engineering and operations management consulting, with emphasis on facility acquisitions, contract manufacturing arrangements, greenfield plant design, capacity expansion, productivity improvements, and supply chain management. This expanded scope reflects an integrated approach to supporting clients in both product development and plant-level operations within the chemical industries.