RFPs announced. (NEWS).

The IABC Research Foundation is announcing Requests for Proposals for the following three research projects:

Intangible Assets: $20,000

This study will assess the relationship between intangible assets -- ideas, relationships, knowledge, people, networks, patents, common goals, goodwill -- and communication. The final report will offer analysis and a diagnostic tool for applying this knowledge to organizational communication.

Virtual Work Force: $10,000

This literature review and assessment will explore the virtual work force and its effect on organizational communication. It will examine which communication processes and methods are most effective in a virtual work force.

Communication

Research Primer: $10,000

A primer on how to perform communication research, this report will include best practice examples, techniques, tools and analysis; practical, easy-to-follow models of research; and skill-related guidance on integrating research as a critical part of a communication project.

Get the complete RFPs and submission instructions at http://www.iabc.com/fdtnweb/research_ projects.html