Evaluating information products: Step two - Design
Jinfo Article
20th November 2020
Abstract
In this third article in a series of five, we look at what needs to be done to lay the foundations for a successful evaluation process. We look at how to get participants involved and develop criteria for testing and documentation. We focus on a comparative analysis of patent research products conducted by the InfoCenter at Cargill, along with activities and examples of best practice.
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Claire Laybats
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claire.laybats@jinfo.com
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