Resource International LLC (RI) is a U.S.-based consulting firm, conducting business research in North America and Europe on behalf of public and private sector entities in Japan. RI works with companies in a number of industries, including banking, insurance, retail and technology, as well as with non-profits and regional and federal government agencies. RI's work covers a wide range of topics, with a focus on the intersection of business and technology trends. We help Japanese companies understand how companies are using new technologies and the people and process issues inherent in their implementation and adoption. RI conducts primary and secondary research, and facilitates meetings between Japanese companies and industry experts. This multi-tiered approach ensures that our clients have knowledge of big picture industry trends, and also gain insight into the real-world issues and challenges that companies face as they seek to leverage technology for competitive advantage.