The Planning Edge, Inc., a Future-Oriented Research and Analysis Company For the Automotive Supplier Industry, is Formed
6 August 1997
The Planning Edge, Inc., a Future-Oriented Research and Analysis Company For the Automotive Supplier Industry, is FormedTROY, Mich., Aug. 6 -- Today, Kathleen Rizk and Michael Schmall announced the formation of a new product and consulting firm named The Planning Edge, Inc. The Planning Edge is concentrating much of its efforts in the cutting edge and expanding area of valuation information services. The analysis products that are produced by The Planning Edge focus on long range trends in the auto industry and their ramifications on the marketplace. "The Planning Edge is creating an array of forward-thinking syndicated and proprietary information reports largely targeted to the automotive supplier industry," said Schmall, Managing Partner at The Planning Edge. He added, "Advanced technology, continued consolidations and expanded globalization will combine to change the auto industry exponentially in the 21st century. Our company's clients will be able to rely on our information as a guide to the future of the increasingly global auto industry." The Planning Edge is developing specialized information products related to new product introductions, competitive assessment analysis, corporate and brand image studies and supplier branding research. The company is also continuing its work in the emerging Asian arena. "The Planning Edge is utilizing and leveraging our contacts and knowledge of the rapidly growing Pacific Rim markets," said Rizk, Managing Partner at The Planning Edge. She continued, "through consistent travel and personal relationships with government and industrial leaders, The Planning Edge is uniquely positioned to service our clients' Asian information needs and to provide them with a cultural understanding of the region." The Planning Edge: Innovative Information Designed for the Future of the Auto Industry. SOURCE The Planning Edge, Inc.