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WHITE PAPER

# Starting Anew in the DC Market

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## DOWNLOAD THE WHITE PAPER

 Unlike many other industries which suffered sudden and dramatic impacts to their bottom lines, the defined contribution (DC) retirement plan market has been a unique microcosm in the backdrop of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Roughly one year out from massive financial market collapses and an unimaginable number of human lives lost, the DC industry stands remarkably unscathed.

### What's in the white paper?

We reflect back on some of the most telling data collected by Cogent Syndicated in 2020 from the top three stakeholders in the DC plan market (plan sponsors, plan participants and plan advisors). Download the white paper for:

- The specific impacts the pandemic has had on employer sponsored retirement plans (ESRPs)
- Guidance firms can employ to better partner with each respective party

The Internet of Things (IoT) market has tremendous potential and is highly competitive. This white paper will help companies better understand how to connect with consumers, accelerate growth and gain a competitive product development advantage.

### What's in the report?

Based on results from our national consumer omnibus study, this white paper reveals:

- An overview of how IoT is understood among consumers
- Opportunities and barriers to IoT products
- The potential role of and desire for government regulation

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