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Research update - the easiest quiz you'll take this autumn
6th September 2018
Take some time to step back, re-energise and strategise. Find out how Jinfo's benchmarking research can help.
My Favourite Tipples from a business and patent information specialist
5th September 2018
My Favourite Tipples are shared by Louise Brookes, an experienced competitive intelligence and knowledge manager with over 25 years in global manufacturing companies. She shares some of her go-to sources in the areas of patents, market research and withdrawn website content.
Subscription picks for August
4th September 2018
Jinfo's Head of Product, Catherine Dhanjal, highlights a must-read article, report, webinar and Community session from August, on areas from negotiating with vendors to proving the value of the information centre and using automation for increased efficiency.
ConTech 2018 - a new conference on AI, data science & tech
4th September 2018
Clive Snell gives an insight into the speakers and key themes for ConTech 2018, a new event focusing on data science, AI and emerging technologies, taking place in London in November.
Jinfo for optimising your research service
31st August 2018
If you're seeking to optimise your team's performance, benchmark against others in your industry or reporting line, or move towards automation and optimisation, Jinfo's latest resources and events can help. Jinfo's director of research, Robin Neidorf, highlights what's most relevant to those responsible for leading teams of researchers, including a preview of our original research on current awareness and intelligence systems.
Research update - preparing for the busy end of year
23rd August 2018
It's time to take stock of skills, strategy and positioning. Find out how Jinfo resources can help.
My Favourite Tipples from a due diligence researcher
22nd August 2018
My Favourite Tipples are shared by Penny Crossland of the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London and director of CH Business Research Ltd, an investigative research consultancy specialising in open source intelligence. She shares go-to sources for the non-profit sector in Asia and Africa.
Jinfo feedback - AI in information and knowledge centres
16th August 2018
Jinfo recently answered a customer query about implementation of AI in libraries and knowledge management areas. Here we present some of our most recent content in this area along with coverage of vendor strategies around AI.
Catch up on Jinfo for your role today
15th August 2018
Read our round-up to find out what's most relevant to information managers responsible for content purchasing, information strategy and optimising a research team, from negotiating with vendors to streamlining operations and creating a centre of excellence.
Research update - are you ready for the next 20 years of information strategy?
9th August 2018
Jinfo celebrates 20 years and its 500th Newsletter today and we're focused on helping you adapt and thrive for the next 20 years.
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Licensed content and AI
24th March 2026
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Read on the Blog:
March 2026 update
3rd March 2026
- How is AI reshaping the role of information teams?
17th March 2026 - How AI is changing research work – but not reducing it
11th March 2026 - March 2026 update
3rd March 2026
- Licensed content and AI (Community) 24th March 2026
- BASF's knowledge platform demo (Community) 10th March 2026
- Team roles and AI (Community) 26th February 2026