Tomorrow's watchword is "watch!"

Watch. What is it, exactly? The art of anticipation.

The ability to track hundreds of information sources to spot items that herald changes or trends. This is a process that is built into all our operations at VDL2. You could say it's a reflex!

As pioneers in this field in Québec, we have developed an innovative, proven methodology that combines ELINT (electronic searches of the media, databases, forums, etc.) and HUMINT (search for information through personal conversation) to map out and mine sources in four circles:

This watch methodology lets you save time tracking the changes in your business context so that you can adapt more quickly, protect your knowledge and experience, or seize new opportunities - in short, outdo the competition.

Our watch activities always relate to the internet and its impact on your market or industry. They take the form of ad-hoc reports or regular clippings focusing on three aspects:

• Strategic watch - The development of the internet is calling some industries into question and opening new horizons for others. How does your company stand?
• Competition watch - Whether you are analyzing a market or weighing up your competitors' strengths and weaknesses, the internet is an information goldmine.
• Technology watch - The best way to turn technology spending into an investment and make sure that it is line with coming trends.