Business Information Services

Ben Franklin's custom market research service has helped hundreds of companies and entrepreneurs become more competitive. Employing a wide variety of online resources that are often unavailable to small businesses, Ben Franklin's Business Information Services can quickly and efficiently retrieve and assemble critical information for market assessment and competitive analysis. Confidential reports of results are delivered to clients upon project completion.

The Business Information Services helps improve business decision making by delivering focused information for the following purposes:

• Market Analysis
  Assess market size and potential demand, predict growth trends for specific products or technology segments, evaluate market drivers, restraints and opportunities both domestic and overseas.
  
  
• Competitive Intelligence
  Analyze key competitors, their market share, strengths and weaknesses, business strategy, new patents and product developments.
  
  
• Strategic Alliances
  Locate joint venture opportunities, government funding sources, and technical, marketing or legal expertise.
  
  
• Direct Marketing
  Identify prospective customers by industry, company size and geographic location in the U.S. and internationally; obtain key contact information for targeted companies.
  
  
• Technical Analysis
  Review the literature including articles, reports and patents in biotechnology, information technology and other industries; obtain summaries or full text of relevant documents.

The benefits of using the Business Information Services include:

• Comprehensive Resources
  Using databases from all major online systems including Dialog, Factiva, LexisNexis, and Profound, Ben Franklin can provide comprehensive coverage of nearly every research topic requested.
  
  
• Cost Effective
  With over 12 years' experience in online database searching for companies representing a wide range of technologies, and utilizing the most cost-effective resources available, Ben Franklin can save a client time and money.
  
  
• Professional Assistance
  Services typically include a consultation to ensure that the client receives exactly the information needed. By working closely with the company the information specialist can develop an effective search strategy and identify the most appropriate sources
  
  
• Organized Results
  Customized search results are formatted, organized and delivered according to client specifications.
  

Research fees include an hourly rate, document and database charges. Because each research project is unique, each is priced on an individual basis. Estimates are provided in advance if requested.

To request research, discuss needs or learn more about the Business Information Services, please call (215) 972-6700. Or you may submit a search request online