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  "slug": "guidepoint-research",
  "name": "Guidepoint Research",
  "description": "Guidepoint connects clients with hard-to-source knowledge and expert insights through a global network of advisors, proprietary data, and purpose-built technology, including AI-powered tools. They aim to help decision-makers act on real expert knowledge by facilitating direct conversations and providing specialized research products.",
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  "logoUrl": "https://logo.clearbit.com/guidepoint.com",
  "baiScore": 55,
  "bai_tier_status": "active",
  "bai_score_status": "active",
  "archetype": "Incumbent",
  "archetype_status": "active",
  "category": "Research Services",
  "categorySlug": null,
  "keyFacts": [],
  "aiReadiness": [],
  "competitors": [],
  "competitorsProse": null,
  "inboundCompetitors": [],
  "aiAlternatives": [],
  "parentBrand": null,
  "subBrands": [],
  "updatedAt": "2026-08-09T00:02:10.128Z",
  "verifiedVitals": {
    "website": "https://guidepoint.com",
    "founded": "2003",
    "headquarters": "New York City",
    "pricing_model": "Subscription-based and/or per-engagement for expert access and research services.",
    "core_products": "Expert consultations, alternative data (Guidepoint Tracker), live teleconferences, transcript libraries, Guidepoint360 (mobile app, APIs, AI-powered research).",
    "key_differentiator": "Pioneering history in the expert network space (founded 2003), extensive global network of over 2 million advisors, proprietary technology platform integrating AI, strong emphasis on quality, compliance, and custom-tailored insights.",
    "target_markets": "Institutional Investors, Investment Banks, Corporations, Consulting firms, Professional Services.",
    "employee_count": "2,000+",
    "funding_stage": "Undisclosed private",
    "subcategory": "Expert Network"
  },
  "intentTags": {
    "problemIntents": [
      "In-house research team: Companies could rely on their internal teams to identify, vet, and interview experts, which is time-consuming and often limited by internal networks.",
      "Traditional Market Research Firms: Hiring a traditional market research agency to conduct custom studies and gather primary data, which can be expensive and have longer lead times.",
      "Rely on Publicly Available Information: Making decisions based solely on public reports, news, and secondary research, potentially leading to less informed or delayed insights compared to expert knowl"
    ],
    "solutionIntents": [
      "Guidepoint expert network",
      "Guidepoint research services",
      "Expert insights platform",
      "Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Platforms: Utilizing platforms that provide market data, industry reports, and analytics, but without direct access to human experts for qualitative insights."
    ],
    "evaluationIntents": []
  },
  "timestamp": 1786340182378
}