Research that counts - and counts on people

Quantitative research is how we turn consumer behaviour into numbers you can act on. From large-scale surveys and product tests to eye tracking and implicit measurement, we combine statistical rigour with genuine human understanding to deliver insight that holds up under pressure.

About Sensory Research

What is Quantitative Research?

Quantitative research is the discipline of measuring what matters - at scale, with precision, and with enough depth to drive real decisions. At Haystack, we go beyond frequency tables and top-2-box scores to understand what the numbers actually mean for your brand.

Scale with substance

We work with large samples across multiple formats - online, in-home, in-store, central location, and mobile - to capture consumer behaviour in the context that matters most.

Measurement with meaning

We complement explicit measurement with implicit techniques, eye tracking, reaction time testing, and behavioural observation. Because what people do and what they say are rarely the same thing.

Our methods at aglance

Online surveys ·Central location interviews · In-home interviews · In-home use tests (iHUT) ·In-store interviews · Mobile research · Telephone interviews · Quantitative observations · Eye-movement registration · Mouse tracking · Reaction time measurement · Mystery shopping · Automated behaviour registration · Online auctioning · Voxpop · Shopper safaris · Intercepts

For who?

Why Quantitative Research matters

When you need to validate, measure, or compare - at scale - quantitative research gives you the confidence to decide. It brings statistical backbone to your strategy, and turns direction into evidence.

Discover

Validate what you think you know

Hypotheses need proof. Whether you are testing a concept, a product, or a price point, our quantitative methods give you the sample size and analytical depth to say with confidence: this works - or this doesn't.

Positioning

Measure the things that matter

From brand equity and purchase intent to session ability and shelf impact, we track the metrics that connect consumer behaviour to business performance.

Simulation

From data to decision

We don't just deliver data files. We translate findings into clear recommendations - supported by robust analytics, priority mapping, and output formats your team can actually use.

Start measuring what matters to your consumers

At Haystack Consulting, quantitative research is designed for precision, not just volume. We bring analytical rigour, methodological breadth, and genuine strategic thinking to every project.

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Ideal Partner

Why partner with Haystack Consulting

Our team brings together survey design expertise, advanced analytics, and implicit measurement capabilities.

We don't just run fieldwork. We consult. We challenge your questionnaire design, sharpen your KPIs, and make sure the output you get drives action - not just another slide deck.

Our quantitative toolkit spans the full 5-step journey - from early discovery and segmentation through concept optimization, brand tracking, and activation. And because we combine explicit and implicit measurement, we capture both what consumers say and what they actually reveal.

Unique process

Built around your question, not a standard package

We design every study around your specific objective, decision deadline, and target group. That means the right method, the right sample, and the right analytical framework - every time.

Rigour you can trust

From questionnaire design and quality control to data cleaning and advanced statistical analysis, we apply the same high standards across every methodology we deploy. Speeders are filtered out, low-incidence studies get additional fraud protection, and every dataset is reviewed before reporting begins.

From data to strategy

Our analysts are trained to go beyond the numbers. We extract key drivers, segment differences, and strategic implications - then translate them into clear, consultative recommendations your team can act on.

Brand aligned

A partner who keeps human understanding at the core

We see quantitative research as a means to an end. The end is always a clearer, more confident understanding of your consumer - and a better decision for your brand.

Hybrid precision

We combine what consumers say with what they reveal - through both implicit and explicit methods such as: reaction time measurement, eye tracking, and behavioural observation.

Scientific foundation

Validated methods, robust sampling, and thorough quality control across every study we run.

Tailored to your brand

No standard packages. Every study is scoped around your specific question, context, and consumer.

Ethically designed

GDPR-compliant, quality-controlled, and designed to capture real behaviour - not just stated opinion.

Timeline

Our quantitative methods, from discovery to activation

We offer the full range of quantitative methodologies, stand-alone or combined - designed to guide you from early understanding through to confident decision-making.

1

Discover

Where are we now? Ground your strategy in measurement. Understand your market, your consumers, and your competitive position with data you can build on.

3

Optimise

How are we going to get there? Test, refine, and validate concepts, products, and communications before you go to market.

5

Spread

How are we going? Measure performance, track brand health, and assess the impact of activation - over time.

2

Inspire

Where do we want to go? Identify opportunities, map demand spaces, and understand what drives choice in your category.

4

Evaluate

How are we going? Measure performance, track brand health, and assess the impact of activation - over time.

1

Discover

Where are we now? Ground your strategy in measurement. Understand your market, your consumers, and your competitive position with data you can build on.

2

Inspire

Where do we want to go? Identify opportunities, map demand spaces, and understand what drives choice in your category.

3

Optimise

How are we going to get there? Test, refine, and validate concepts, products, and communications before you go to market.

4

Evaluate

How are we going? Measure performance, track brand health, and assess the impact of activation - over time.

5

Spread

How can we ensure arrival? Share insight at scale and build shared understanding across teams and stakeholders.

Ne vous contentez pas de nous croire

"Une super équipe, toujours à la pointe de l’innovation en recherche sensorielle!"

"Haystack co-crée avec nous des projets exigeants, innovants et entièrement personnalisés."

"Nous avons une excellente expérience professionnelle avec Haystack! Ils sont fiables, dynamiques, agréables et très flexibles. Ils sont spécialisés, entre autres, dans la recherche sensorielle."

"Haystack adopte une approche critique, ancrée dans sa culture d’entreprise et ses méthodologies. C’est pourquoi nous préférons collaborer avec eux."

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Ready to shape your quantitative story?

The depth of consumer understanding starts with the right measurement. If you are ready to explore how quantitative research can bring precision, confidence, and strategic clarity to your decisions, our team would love to connect.

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Frequently asked questions

Quantitative research is a broad discipline. Here are some of the most common questions clients ask when planning a project with us.

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Start your quantitative journey today

With Haystack Consulting's quantitative research, you can validate ideas, track performance, and measure what truly drives choice - from early discovery all the way through to activation.

If you are ready to see how the right method, the right sample, and the right analysis can shape smarter, more confident decisions, our team is here to help.