Choosing a KM, LMS or search tool for your law firm
16th June 2017

In this article, James Mullan provides an overview of some of the knowledge management systems used in law firms, the drivers behind their use, and suggestions for anyone considering purchasing or investigating one of the tools mentioned. He looks at systems which can be used for enterprise search, as a library management system, collaborative solution, document automation, file management system and those which are driven by artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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Product review of IBISWorld (value - help & training; competitors; development; pricing)
16th June 2017

The final part of Jinfo's product review of IBISWorld looks at its competitors, including Euromonitor's Research Monitor and Passport, MarketLine's Advantage and EBSCO's Business Source Corporate Plus. Sophie Alexander also looks at the help and training available, the pricing model and development plans.

Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2837

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Product review of IBISWorld (technology - search & user interface; outputs & alerts; administration)
15th June 2017

In the third part of our review of IBISWorld we take a closer look at the main industry sectors and geographies covered, its range of reports and contents and how they can be used for different purposes. We also look at search functionality, report outputs, and administrative capabilities.

Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2837

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Product review of IBISWorld (sources - content & coverage)
14th June 2017

In part 2 of Jinfo's product review of IBISWorld, a platform for accessing industry research reports, we look at the wide range of industries covered, types of reports, sources as well as geographic coverage including Australia and China.

Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2837

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Where does your service sit on our efficiency model?
13th June 2017

Jinfo's information services efficiency model is a comparison of how companies establish their reporting structure against how they align their information services operations. Amy Burns explains how this can help you to benchmark your organisation against your peers.

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Product review of IBISWorld (key advantages; introduction; contact details)
13th June 2017

IBISWorld produces industry research reports that can help make better business decisions and is a powerful tool for anyone needing to learn more about a variety of industries. Part 1 of this review introduces its key advantages, who could benefit from using the platform, a brief overview of its competitors as well as its value.

Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2837

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How I surprised my hiring manager with my MLIS
12th June 2017

Information professionals need to continually educate the business world about how our unique abilities fit within the organisation, and how they can add immense value to the bottom line. Lynn Strand shares her experience of the hiring process for a market intelligence role as well as some ideas to implement for your next interview or performance review.

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Networking for best effect - whether or not it comes naturally
8th June 2017

Networking has evolved thanks to the possibilities now offered by technology. Self-proclaimed "joiner", Katharine Schopflin, explains the options for networking and how even those who aren't natural networkers can benefit from making connections, opening up opportunities and gaining support from others in the field.

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Are you a certified information professional?
6th June 2017

Information professionals have long known that the management of resources isn't wholly dependent upon technology. This article looks at a new AIIM certification, indicative of a newer breed of knowledge workers, aimed at bridging the gap between IT and business information. It also benchmarks information roles and explores how you can update your existing skills.

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Beyond web-scale discovery
5th June 2017

Jinfo recently conducted a survey to assess how corporate information professionals understand and use discovery services. In this fourth and final article about the research results, we look to supplement the survey feedback on web-scale discovery tools with responses about a wide range of content discovery systems and data analysis tools. The results show that, whilst a number of enterprise content systems are being deployed, there is truly an explosion in the number of data analysis tools being used or evaluated.

Note: Full report (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2834

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