Analytics and research are fundamental building blocks for any campaign. Research allows us to target the correct journalists, identify social influencers and anticipate how an issue will develop in the media. Analytics allow us to measure the effectiveness of our tactics and, if necessary, make adjustments.

As a recent example, large automotive industry company had to announce a recall on a hot-button issue; they were rightly worried because of months-long page one media coverage of unrelated accidents which preceded the planned recall. We identified the universe of journalists who needed the right information, the sources the reporters used, and the key influencers across social media. This research informed our strategies and allowed us to educate on the issue before the company could get wrongly tagged as a bad actor.

Research today means that we aren’t guessing as what to do, we are basing decisions on data and informed opinions.

We frequently conduct communications audits for clients, using our expertise to improve communications or even restructure a dysfunctional department. Our assessments are filled with useful recommendations that can be implemented.

Forensic research allows us to find out what is really behind an issue or news story and find information that helps to manage it. We dig deep and find the reports, research, quotes and stories that move a story.

Media mapping is the process by which we identify which journalists are covering an issue, which are driving other coverage. Who is hostile? Who is sympathetic? Media mapping means we aren’t guessing when we target certain reporters.

Modern media and social can bring a torrent of information. Xenophon’s analytics turns the fire hose into a drinking fountain with our news & social analysis.

We work with the nation’s top research firms to test messages, ideas or the impact of news on our client’s reputation. To be included in future surveys, sign up!

We also map media sources and social influencers. By educating the sources reporters use, we can frequently influence their work.

Clients need to know what is being said about them across all media, not just newspaper clips. We monitoring press and social media for our clients and provide insightful analysis of what it all means. From occasional to daily reports or breaking news, we collect, qualify and analyze it all.