CIR’s Industry Analysis and Market Forecasting Expertise
Make the Right Move First;Get the insight before the inflection point.
Intelligence for Deep Tech Decisions: CIR delivers market intelligence and forecasts for the technologies driving AI, data centers, optical networks, photonics, advanced processors, and quantum systems. For over 30 years, we have helped executives, product leaders, and investors act with confidence in complex, high-stakes markets.
From Technology to Revenue Impact: We track deep technologies as they move from research to markets — across hyperscale data centers, next-generation networks, AI photonics, advanced processors, quantum systems, and edge platforms. We connect engineering breakthroughs to business outcomes.
Engage the Way You Need: CIR offers reports containing the most rigorous forecasts and market analysis, custom research with targeted intelligence built around your own strategies, and Advisory Access providing on-demand expert guidance.
About Lawrence Gasman
President & Founder, CIR
Lawrence Gasman is a leading authority on deep-technology markets and the founder of CIR. For more than four decades, he has advised multinational corporations, venture investors, and strategic planners on where advanced technologies are heading — and how to act before markets shift.
His expertise spans AI infrastructure, hyperscale data centers, optical networking, photonics, advanced processors, quantum technologies, and deep-tech commercialization. Lawrence is known for identifying inflection points early and delivering forecasts grounded in technical reality rather than hype.
Executives rely on his analysis to guide market entry, capital allocation, product strategy, and competitive positioning in complex, fast-moving sectors.
A frequent speaker and sought-after commentator, Lawrence has been quoted and interviewed by major media outlets, including TIME and leading industry publications such as Lightwave. His perspectives are valued for their independence, clarity, and long-term view of technology cycles. He has also testified to Congress and advised the White House on telecommunications matters
He is the author of multiple books and publisher of the CIR DeepTech newsletter, read by professionals across technology, finance, and policy.
Lawrence Gasman is recognized for combining deep technical fluency with strategic business insight, making him a trusted voice on the commercial future of next-generation technologies.
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