Our first automotive project arrived in 2016, commissioned by Northstar (now HarrisX). Our most recent came from Field Sauce. Between those two briefs sit 150 automotive research projects, more than 10,000 verified vehicle owners and work involving 20 car brands. There have also been several airports, closely guarded prototypes and an alarming amount of time… Read more »
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Verification and Validation: Protecting the Integrity of Research
Great research begins with the right people. That sounds simple, but participant recruitment has become increasingly complex. As digital tools, AI and editing software become more accessible, so too do the ways in which people can misrepresent who they are, what they own, where they live or whether they meet a project’s eligibility criteria. For… Read more »
Celebrating Our 2026 Oppies Shortlisting
Beam Fieldwork Shortlisted for Recruitment Excellence at the 2026 MRS Oppies Awards. We are proud to announce that Beam Fieldwork has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Recruitment Excellence category at the 2026 MRS Oppies Awards, in recognition of our Donor Insights study. The Market Research Society’s Oppies Awards celebrate the teams working behind… Read more »
The Whonnolly Wedding
There was plenty of excitement at BEAM on Saturday 11th July 2026 as two very special members of our extended family tied the knot. Alicia Whyatt and Pat Connolly married in glorious sunshine among the rolling hills of the Derbyshire countryside. We’ve had the joy of working alongside both Alicia and Pat, watching their careers flourish—and… Read more »
Participant Care is Fieldwork Quality
Participant care is sometimes described as a soft skill. We see it differently. At BEAM, participant care is one of the clearest indicators of fieldwork quality. It shapes attendance, openness, trust, data quality, client confidence, and the overall research experience. When people feel informed, respected, and comfortable, they are more able to share honestly. That… Read more »
Six Ways to Better Engage Gen Z
Generation Z is becoming an increasingly important audience for brands and researchers alike. They are entering key life stages, influencing household spending, shaping trends and making decisions that will impact markets for decades to come. Yet despite being one of the most connected generations in history, they remain one of the hardest groups to recruit… Read more »
Take Research From One Market to Many
Scaling research can be a brilliant next step. A project that begins in one market may reveal questions worth exploring elsewhere. A brand team may need comparison across territories. A product or service may be expanding internationally. A client may want to understand whether an insight holds true beyond one context. Moving from one market… Read more »
Protecting Quality across Global Projects
Quality in international fieldwork is not one thing. It is the result of many decisions made well. A clear brief. A realistic timeline. A strong screener. A trusted local partner. A properly briefed participant. A secure data process. A calm update call. A contingency plan that is ready before it is needed. At BEAM, quality… Read more »
Commissioning UK Fieldwork From Abroad
The UK is a popular market for international research, and for good reason. It offers a broad mix of consumer behaviours, regional differences, category maturity, cultural diversity, and strong access to specialist audiences. For international agencies, the UK can be a valuable market to include in multi-country studies or a standalone territory for deeper exploration…. Read more »
BEAM Supports Mentell May ‘Thunder Ball’ Charity Fundraiser
BEAM was proud to support and help organise the third Mentell May Charity Ball, which took place on Saturday 16th May 2026, and brought together supporters for an evening of fundraising, awareness and celebration in aid of men’s mental health. This year’s event embraced a James Bond-inspired Thunderball theme, combining elegance and entertainment with an important purpose…. Read more »