Council of Manufacturing Associations Research Benchmarking Report

Benchmarking Research in Manufacturing Trade Associations: Key Findings & Best Practices

The National Association of Manufacturers’ (NAM) Council of Manufacturing Associations (CMA) recently conducted a comprehensive benchmarking survey focused on research activities within manufacturing trade associations.

This detailed report shares the full results of the survey, covering topics such as research staffing, budgeting, funding sources, revenue impact, and other critical metrics. It also includes actionable best practices and insights from a wide range of association executives, providing valuable context on how peers are structuring and investing in their research functions.

Whether you’re leading a manufacturing trade group, overseeing a research or data team, or guiding strategic planning, this report offers a clear picture of where your organization stands and where there may be opportunities to grow.

Research Benchmarking Report Highlights

If you have any questions regarding this report, please contact Mike Hayes at Vault Consulting, mhayes@vaultconsulting.com, or Shonzia Thompson at CMA, sthompson@nam.org.