Institut für Handelsforschung (IfH)

IFH Köln – the right partner for you!

Linking research and professional practice, IFH Köln has since 1929 provided in-depth analyses and strategic advice for for retailers, wholesalers and the consumer goods industry.

Whether you need individual solutions or proven-and-tested sector-specific know-how – our extensive databases and tailor-made projects support you to prepare and back up your management decisions. Our services build on established methods of market research and strategic consultancy.

Retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, service providers, associations and public institutions rely on IFH Köln as an independent partner. Our clients benefit from industry-specific research and consultancy and practice-oriented know-how in the dynamic areas of retailing and wholesale. Since 1999 our online experts at the E-Commerce-Center (ECC Köln) have been analysing all kinds of questions relating to E-Commerce.

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