Research Methodology on Smartphone Operating System Market
The research methodology for this report is conducted by specialists from the Market Research Future (MRFR) and aimed to provide valuable and actionable insight into the smartphone operating system market.
To quantify and reach credible results, the research methodology adopted a comprehensive approach that includes secondary and primary research to provide comprehensive and accurate data.
Secondary Research
Secondary research refers to the collection of information from derived sources such as company websites, industry journals, and market experts. To obtain the data required, we followed several steps such as exploring industry publications, conducting web research, and cross-referencing data from credible sources. We consulted books, journals, articles, press releases, trade and parliamentary websites, corporate and industry reports, white papers, and industry databases.
Primary Research
Primary research involves direct interviews and contact with industry experts in order to obtain first-hand and in-depth insights into the smartphone operating system market. Through these interviews, we collected information from executives and personnel from multiple levels within the smartphone operating system industry. Our primary research activities yielded undamaged and reliable evidence from industry experts and stakeholders, and provided an all-inclusive view of the smartphone operating system, helping us gain valuable external perspectives.
Interviews were carried out of -
- Technology experts
- Application developers
- Service providers
- Business consultants
- Entrepreneurs
- Investors
- Research Service Providers
Market Assessment
The market assessment process includes a three-step process: collating requisite data from the primary and secondary sources, sorting the data based on quality, and analysis of data sets. We started by studying existing reports available on the smartphone operating system market and estimating the market size based on the existing data sets. Once the size of the market is estimated, we worked on estimates and projections of the market.
To study the market from different angles, the following market assessment models and tools were used:
- Market sizing: This exercise was conducted to arrive at the market size by estimating the figures related to the smartphone operating system market.
- Data triangulation: This exercise involved multiple data points to corroborate the required and expected market size of the smartphone operating system market
- Market forecasting: MRF used market forecasting techniques such as regression, time-series analysis, and market dynamics to forecast and estimate the comprehensive market size.
Analytical Tool
For the application of the analytical tool to our primary research, the process followed is applying the market assessment technique, which includes formulating a hypothesis, evaluating the data sets, and interpreting the outcome/results. This study used various statistical methods such as linear, logistic, and exponential regression models to evaluate the data used for research.
Apart from rigorous analysis, several other tools such as Porter’s Five Forces Model and SWOT Analysis were used to deduce valuable insights from the data gathered from primary and secondary sources.
Data Validation
Data validation is the process of assessing the accuracy and relevance of the data used for research. The data validation process relied on cross-referencing information from industry experts, triangulating the primary data sets with the secondary data sets, verifying the data points with existing statistical models, and deriving estimates from the reviews of industry experts.
The process of data triangulation involves relying on multiple models to arrive at more accurate conclusions and reliable estimates. The triangulation process is important because it helps us to minimize bias and discrepancies.
Conclusion
This report is based on a comprehensive study involving extensive primary and secondary research. The study involves interviews with numerous players in the smartphone operating system market. The data validation process involves triangulation of the primary data sets with the secondary data sets and cross-referencing the analysis results with the existing statistical models. Overall, the research methodology is designed to provide the most reliable and accurate insight into the smartphone operating system market.
