Community Research
& Insight
Capturing more than just the statistics. We deliver insight and sentiment.
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AEC is a national leader in market and social research, delivering evidence-based market research helping governments, private sector clients and not-for-profit organisations capture real-world insights to inform stronger decisions. With an established presence across Australia, we specialise in delivering primary research that shapes strategies, enhances community engagement, and supports sustainable growth.
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Our Market Research services underpin strategic decision-making by blending qualitative and quantitative research to understand community sentiment, consumer behaviour and preferences, workforce dynamics and market conditions. By combining data-driven insights with deep sectoral knowledge and advanced analytics, we empower clients to align strategic goals and planning with key stakeholder needs, improve service delivery, and manage risk.
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With years of experience across multiple sectors, AEC is a trusted partner for delivering impactful, actionable research that drives better decision-making and positive outcomes for communities and regions.
OUR CAPABILITIES
Visitor, Event & Experience Research
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We design and deliver primary research to assess satisfaction, demographics, and economic impact across festivals, attractions, precincts and tourism settings.
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Transport & Infrastructure User Studies
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AEC captures real-world travel behaviour, preferences, and service satisfaction to inform planning and improve infrastructure design and delivery.
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Community & Stakeholder Engagement Research
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We conduct community sentiment analysis, stakeholder consultation and social impact perception studies to inform place-making, policy and planning.
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Target Market Profiling & Segmentation
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We use primary and secondary research to define key market segments, preferences, and communications insights to guide marketing, policy and service design.
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Comparative Benchmarking
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AEC applies benchmarking to evaluate regional or sector performance against national and global standards, helping identify gaps, strengths, and best practices for strategic advantage.
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Design & Visual Communication
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Transform complex information into clear, compelling visuals that support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. We ensure that every output is both informative and visually impactful.
