Our industry research puts clear, actionable insight behind every decision you make when it comes to sourcing local suppliers. Our team translates complex market data into plain-language findings so you can see where opportunities are emerging, who is ready to deliver, and how to position your project for long-term success.
As Victoria’s supply chain activation experts, we bring together real-time supplier data, sector intelligence and on-the-ground experience to give you a complete view of capability, risk and growth potential across regions and industry sectors. Whether you are a project owner, government partner or supplier, you get a clearer picture of what’s possible – and where to act next.
Our research helps you move beyond guesswork to make confident, evidence-based decisions that deliver better outcomes for projects and communities. By combining verified supplier data with sector analysis, we highlight strengths, gaps and opportunities that support procurement planning, policy targets and local jobs.
Our team can help you gain:
- Clarity on regional and sector capability, so you know who can deliver what, and know where supply gaps exist.
- Real-world insight into trends, risks and opportunities that influence procurement, local content and social outcomes.
- Practical tools including supply chain maps, capability reports and sector directories, that translate data into clear next steps.
- Support for policy and compliance requirements, helping you align research with Local Jobs First, Social Procurement and other frameworks.
Supply Chain Maps
Our supply chain maps take the uncertainty out of sourcing by giving project owners a clear view of who is in the market, where capability clusters and bottlenecks sit, and how suppliers connect, so they can quickly find the right skills and capacity, compare local options with import alternatives, and identify new suppliers to bring into the mix.
At the same time, manufacturers and suppliers can see exactly where they fit in the broader ecosystem. Regional and industry agencies use the maps to showcase local strengths, attract investment and guide strategic growth and infrastructure planning, helping everyone reduce risk, shorten procurement timelines and build more resilient, diverse supply chains.
Industry Capability Reports
Our industry capability reports turn sector complexity into practical intelligence you can use straight away, answering key questions about sector maturity, current capacity and emerging opportunities.
At the same time, our reports help buyers, project owners, manufacturers, and suppliers to benchmark performance, and understand competitive positioning and identify where capability needs to be developed or supported. Our reports are used by regional development agencies, industry associations and government partners to inform investment strategies, policy settings and program design so support goes where it will have the greatest impact.
Sector Directories
Our sector directories bring all the key information about local suppliers into one trusted, easy-to-use resource. Project owners and buyers can quickly find pre-qualified suppliers across every region and industry, with clear summaries, capability information and contact details.
Regional and industry bodies use these directories to monitor strengths, track growth and support collaboration between businesses, projects and government. Together with our Gateway by ICN platform, they form a connected ecosystem for discovery, engagement and long-term supply chain development.