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ABI/INFORM is an extensive business research database with full-text articles from business journals, business and trade magazines and newspapers.
(1984-present)
Replaces both D&B Business Browser and Hoover’s Online. Good company and industry information. Includes public and private companies worldwide. Usually includes a SWOT Analysis.
Limited to 50 simultaneous users. May not be compatible with wireless devices.
Reports on a broad range of IT issues, including standards, protocols and
profiles of companies, products and services. Provides market analysis
for many segments of the industry and products.
Gartner Research provides access to research and analysis on information technology (IT) technologies, practices, and strategies performed by the Gartner Group. The University of Illinois Administrative Information Technology Services subscribes to this database. Selected reports are available for students, faculty and staff of the University of Illinois.
There are two classification systems used to classify business establishments for collecting and analyzing statistical data. Many databases use both. NAIC codes are often more specific, but SIC codes can be used for historical comparisons.
Trade Associations
Many associations provide a great deal of very useful information free on the Web. Typically the information available to non-members is limited, with more in-depth statistics and data provided to subscribers only. But it is still worth doing a Google search.