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Product review of DrugPatentWatch (technology - search & user interface; outputs & alerts; administration)
23rd January 2018
The third part of Jinfo's product review of DrugPatentWatch, a database which provides actionable business intelligence on small-molecule drugs, we highlight the search interface and functionality, provide a detailed look at the content and sources available in the product, typical use-cases as well as outputs and alerts available and its administrative capabilities.
Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2934
Product review of DrugPatentWatch (sources - content & coverage)
22nd January 2018
In part two of our product review of DrugPatentWatch, a database which provides patent information from the US and worldwide along with other actionable business intelligence on small-molecule drugs, we take a look at its strengths and weaknesses and content and sources.
Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2934
Building the mosaic - resources used inside buy-side funds to support the investment process
19th January 2018
The process of building an investment case within a buy-side fund is often thought of as being like piecing together a mosaic from many tiny fragments of information. This article provides a whistle-stop tour through a range of resources commonly used by firms to help their analysts find the relevant pieces.
Product review of DrugPatentWatch (key advantages; introduction; contact details)
19th January 2018
We carry out an in-depth product review of DrugPatentWatch, a database which provides actionable business intelligence on small-molecule drugs and patents and was founded by Yali Friedman, named one of the 100 most influential people in biotechnology. Part one of the review introduces the product and company behind it, along with its key advantages, competitors and how the product is likely to evolve.
Note: Full review (PDF) at /go/sub/report/2934
Is service reengineering part of your 2018 strategy?
18th January 2018
Jinfo recently held its annual State of the industry Community session where participants discussed their top concerns for the coming year. This article brings together insights and practical tips from the session and also explores some of the themes we'll be looking at in an upcoming Research Focus, "The information team with the right stuff", including the likely impact on training and continuous professional development of information professionals.
Guide to value in the Jinfo Research Focus "Stake your claim in the success of data analytics"
12th January 2018
Andrew Lucas selects publishing highlights from the articles, reports and research published in the Research Focus "Stake your claim in the success of data analytics", from challenges and skills gaps to opportunities for information professionals to lead the way.
Product walkthrough - RightFind XML for Mining
11th January 2018
RightFind XML for Mining is one of the business products and services offered by the Copyright Clearance Center. It enables you to quickly identify and download a collection of full-text articles from multiple publishers through a single source giving you a complete article collection for text mining. In this mini review, Jinfo takes a look at the sources, coverage and search functionality as well as future developments for the product.
Copyright considerations when reusing content
5th January 2018
When planning to use someone else's content, it's important to know whether it's protected by copyright. This article looks at the different types of content that may be used and when copyright might apply. It covers open access material and the various Creative Commons licences that are available and what to do when multiple layers of copyright apply.
How to improve your newsletters (part 2)
4th January 2018
In the second part of her article on improving current awareness newsletters, Jinfo's director of research, Robin Neidorf, provides some practical examples of newsletter tweaks to increase awareness of the information team's expertise, encourage readers to contact the team and help readers better access and digest essential information.
How to improve your newsletters (part 1)
3rd January 2018
Jinfo's director of research, Robin Neidorf, presents five key recommendations for improving current awareness newsletters to increase engagement, showcase information team expertise and make newsletter production more efficient.
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