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Comtech white papers bring together the results of key benchmark
studies, competitive analyses, and industry best practices. Our white papers are
consulted year after year because the information they include rarely goes out of
date.
Industry Analysis Series
Available Now!
The Industry Analysis Series, a collection of white
papers published by the Center for Information-Development Management, reports
important developments in the field and research conducted by the CIDM. These
papers are available to
CIDM members
at a discounted cost. They are also available to the general public for a non-member
price.
To purchase these white papers, contact Comtech Services at
or 303-232-7586.
Ratio White Paper
Curious about how much money in the budget should go toward
documentation? Or how many writers to programmers? This study was conducted via
a questionnaire to our CIDM members.
Price: $50
Making a Business Case for User-Centered Design
We introduce the concept of Crossing the Chasm and investigate
the Technology Adoption Life Cycle as a way of determining when to invest in UCD
and how to use UCD to present a compelling value proposition to mainstream
customers. By using the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) approach detailed in
this paper, you have a method of accurately measuring UCD results both during
planning and development and after a product is released.
Member Price: $149
Non-member Price: $295
Organizational Structure White Paper
This report presents the findings of a benchmark study,
highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of both centralized and
distributed structures. It highlights how to work within the existing structure
to ensure documentation goals are met.
Member Price: $149
Non-member Price: $295
Making a Business Case for Outsourcing
In this business case, we discuss the reasons that companies
choose to outsource, outsourcing strategies, the advantages and disadvantages of
outsourcing, and the management issues involved in ensuring that an outsourcing
engagement is successful.
Member Price: $65
Non-member Price: $95
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