We feel it is pressing to collect industry information, conduct survey and research on industry trend and policy so as to offer valuable information and advice to corporations and governmental bodies. CCFA has strong channels to collect industry data and to gather industry information. In cooperation with research institutions, CCFA releases several industry reports to provide deep market insight, among which the annually releasedChina Top 100 Chain Retailersis one of the most important references for government and enterprises.

In the next five years, standard drafting will focus on private label, supply chain, new technology application, chain store operation and service, professional skill enhancement, etc.

Training and industry accreditation are the ways to make sure the standards are being carried out and are used to lift efficiency and quality.