how to write a great research brief

How To Write A Great Research BriefThe 5 key features every research brief should contain.

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Why?

Writing a research brief is vital to the success of any market research project. However, it can be difficult to craft the perfect brief that meets the requirements of both the client and researcher, and which leads to the desired outcomes.

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A market research project is only as good as the brief itself.This presentation outlines the 5 key features every brief should contain, and should help ensure your briefs hit the mark every time.

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1. Problem Background

An outline of the problem faced, i.e., why is the research being commissioned?

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2. Product/Service DescriptionA detailed description of the product or service to be researched, i.e., product features, benefits and uses.

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3. Market Focus

An outline of the markets and geographies to be researched, i.e., who and where should be researched?

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4. Key Objectives

A description of the desired outcomes for the research study, i.e., what do we want to get out of the study?

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5. Time and Budget ConstraintsAn outline of any time or budget constraints associated with the project, i.e., is there a limited budget?

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