The ObSoCo analyzes changes in consumption patterns, business and the organization of consumer markets. Its core focus is:

• Developing systems for observing dynamic changes
• Conducting analyses and quantitative/qualitative studies
• Developing new concepts and analytical frameworks to facilitate understanding of contemporary realities
• Advising and supporting private and public actors

The ObSoCo was co-founded by Nathalie Damery, Philippe Moati and Robert Rochefort in 2011.