Dunstan Research Group

Independent Research · Evidence First

Proof, not plausibility.

Dunstan Research Group produces inspectable category benchmarks, market analysis, and methodology-driven research for operators, investors, and procurement teams.

Research evidence visualization
No pay-to-rankNo pay-to-validate📋Published methodology👤Named reviewersOpen correctionsProof gaps disclosedEvidence over advocacy📝Limitations documented

The Research Problem

Most market analysis is produced by the people it benefits. We publish evidence-based research where every conclusion can be traced to documented sources, every claim is classified, and every limitation is disclosed.

Evidence Classifier Demo

Vendor publishes pricing publiclyVerified Proof
Vendor claims "best in industry"Unverified Assertion
Third-party audit scope is disclosedProof Gap

Our Research Process

A repeatable, inspectable workflow designed to keep criteria fixed before conclusions are drawn.

Research process workflow

01

Signal Capture

Identify market signals, public documentation, and practitioner evidence that reveal a research-worthy question.

02

Criteria Design

Define evaluation criteria and weights before any provider or subject is assessed. Criteria fixed before conclusions.

03

Evidence Assessment

Apply criteria consistently across sources. Every claim is classified as Verified Proof, Unverified Assertion, or Proof Gap.

04

Published Output

Release reports with research question, criteria, sources, limitations, disclosure, and an open correction pathway.

Featured Benchmark Spotlight

A sample quality-fit ranking from our Enterprise Software category benchmark. Scores reflect documented evidence, not vendor narratives.

Sample Category Quality-Fit Ranking

ProviderScore
Platform A94/100
Platform B81/100
Platform C67/100

Research Disciplines

Named disciplines help readers understand our coverage scope and current capacity.

D-01Active

Vendor Proof Analysis

Verify vendor capability claims against public documentation and independent evidence.

D-02Active

Market Signal Review

Map market demand, search signals, and practitioner discussion to identify research gaps.

D-03Active

Trust Signal Benchmarks

Score trust and accountability signals across providers using standardized criteria.

D-04Pending confirmation

Proof Framework Development

Build reusable proof criteria for emerging and rapidly shifting categories.

Authority at a Glance

7

Evidence classes

4

Active categories

0

Pay-to-rank arrangements

100%

Documented methodology

Editorial Commitments

Eight non-negotiable standards that govern everything we publish.

  • Criteria before conclusions
  • Source transparency
  • Conflict disclosure
  • Open corrections
  • No pay-to-rank
  • Human editorial review
  • Limitations documented
  • Updated when evidence changes

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