how to write a great research brief
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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. After all, a market research project is only as good as the brief itself. For this reason, it’s important that the brief outlines clearly the problem faced and the key objectives of the study. Otherwise, the study may not provide the expected results. With this in mind, this presentation outlines the 5 key features every research brief should contain, and should help ensure your briefs hit the mark every time.TRANSCRIPT
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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