Research update - what information teams need for meaningful measurement
Jinfo Blog
26th July 2018
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Do you feel you've got the data or knowhow to benchmark your information service? Find out how Jinfo can help.
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Yes, you really can measure value.
Information teams like yours have been searching for more precise and meaningful models of measurement, so we dug into this in our most recent Research Focus.
Our research shows that meaningful measurement requires three crucial elements:
- Stakeholder-driven context
- Access to appropriate data
- Specificity and focus in your metrics.
Get a deeper understanding of each element in our Insights and Actions report for the Research Focus, "Benchmark information roles - Jinfo models of excellence".
If you already have a Jinfo Subscription, you can download the report immediately by simply signing into your account.
Customised benchmarking for your organisation
Find out what our benchmarking data means for your organisation with a personalised assessment from Jinfo Consulting.
We will prepare a tailored report with recommendations for optimising your team, services and positioning based on your:
- Industry
- Team size
- Scope and size of target market
- Scope of services.
Get started now with our easy online form or by emailing me at robin.neidorf@jinfo.com.
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