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RESEARCH SERVICES- Why should I pay Priority One Information Services, Inc. when I can use one of the popular search engines to look up information?
- Why do business with Priority One Information Services instead of Cousin Bob?
- What if I don’t want my competitors to know where I get my information?
- How long does it take to get my information?
- How do I get started? How do I pay for services?
Why should I pay Priority One Information Services, Inc. when I can use one of the popular search engines to look up information?
Popular brand name search engines are fine for simple look-ups, but search engines lack the ability to compile and analyze information, putting matters into context. The clinical and economic benefits from a professional search are undisputed in the corporate world. (“Good Guys Can Win”, Associations Now, 2/2008) We focus on specialization, relevance, saving time, and avoiding erroneous information.
At last count there were over 100 million websites and 70+ million blogs contributing to the information overload. There are thousands of specialized search engines, with more arriving each week. If you’ve ever been in a position of needing specialized or hard-to-find information quickly, for an unplanned or unexpected need, you know the value that a professional information services team like Priority One Information Services, Inc. can provide.
Why do business with Priority One Information Services instead of Cousin Bob?
Trained researchers follow a defined process to be sure the question is thoroughly understood, what the scope of the desired answer will look like, and what steps need to be followed so nothing relevant gets missed. In summary, the steps are:
- Conduct an information reference interview.
- Describe the topic/problem in one sentence.
- Determine which databases and resources (secondary and primary) are most likely to cover the topic.
- Identify concepts and synonyms, alternative terms for each concept, and any other description of the concepts to be used during the search.
- Use various forms of the word/s, Boolean search terms, or other operators for certain online databases.
It’s not just where you look, but how you look that determines results. Priority One Information Services, Inc. researchers are trained in information searching, retrieving, organizing, analyzing, and writing about the results. We use tools, techniques, and technology to complement our skills. Cousin Bob tends to go at the search in a haphazard manner, finding anecdotal information. He tries his best, but do you want to leave the future of your business in his hands?
What if I don’t want my competitors to know where I get my information?
All work is done in confidence within legal and ethical means. Generally, there is a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement. We will only disclose information about your company and project if you want it to be.
How long does it take to get my information?
Each client has different needs. Each project varies in complexity. We balance your need for accurate data with your deadline and budget. Most projects can be completed within 10 business days. All projects are initiated only after consultation among researchers and an information interview with the client. A Statement of Work, agreed to by both parties, outlines the specifics of the project, time line, budget, and format of deliverables, and any interim communications or deliverables as appropriate.
How do I get started? How do I pay for services?
Contact Priority One Information Services, Inc. by telephone at 541-205-4839 or send an email to Lori@priority1info.com. After an information intake discussion, the team of researchers will be consulted. Additional questions may be asked to clarify the scope, outcomes, deliverables, deadline, and budget. Because we understand the “need for speed” in today’s competitive environment, we attempt to get the Statement of Work in place as soon as possible so work on your project can begin.
Projects are conducted on a not-to-exceed budget. If necessary, intermittent contact will occur.
Typically, 50% is required once the project is accepted for work to begin. Balance is due upon completion. Checks and major credit cards are typically used.
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