I’ve been moderating focus groups and performing dial testing many years. What I have learned is that dial testing puts your message under a microscope in a way that traditional focus groups cannot. Dial Testing can provide far more value than traditional focus groups. Here’s why… Imagine you were giving […]
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Qualitative Research: Getting First-Class Results on a Coach Budget
Everything costs more. From travel to facility fees to recruiting. At the same time, research budgets are stagnant. The result? Those of us in field research are feeling the squeeze. So, how do you still deliver the first-class results your clients want and expect while keeping costs under control?
The Do’s and Don’ts of Testing Online Content
Far too many content creators assume they know how their audience will react without ever even questioning what they think they know, and unfortunately, most of them are wrong. So, the fact that you’re thinking about how to test your content means you’re on the right track. But now what?
Security for Online Mock Juries and Online Litigation Research
High-profile clients. High-stakes results. Privacy and security are crucial. The Covid 19 outbreak has caused most courthouses to pause in-person hearings. But the caseload hasn’t disappeared; in many cases, it’s moved online. Lawyers working virtually still need trial research and trial consultants still need to conduct mock juries. Trial research […]
The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to a Smooth Online Qualitative Research Project
Online Qual Success Hinges on Comprehensive Tech Checks Assessing the tech capabilities of your respondents in advance is CRUCIAL. Tech checks- If you have done online qual, then you know that technology is the lynchpin of the operation. But it’s not just about the platform you use. If you want […]
Why Testing Your Message Outside the Beltway is Crucial
If you are based in the Washington, DC, metro area, whether you’re a corporation, a trade association, a Think Tank, or a politician, here’s some wise advice… Test your message outside the Beltway. That’s what we’ve been telling our clients for nearly two decades. And even though they know […]
Online Dial Testing FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Here are our most FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS about online dial testing. Have a question not answered here? Please CONTACT US What type of media (video/audio) can be tested with online dials? Dialsmith’s online dial testing supports the testing of any recorded video or audio from 30 seconds up to 60 […]
What is Dial Testing?
Dialsmith has been in the dial testing game for a long time. We work with professional researchers, marketers, consultants and customer insights specialists. As the developer of the Perception Analyzer dial testing tools and services for focus groups and surveys, we support global clients with in-person and online research every […]
Behind-the-Scenes Tips for Better Focus Groups
Moderating to Maximize Insights and Mitigate Common Pitfalls. Pulling off an effective focus group that gets you the type of insights you’re looking for, is hard work. You have to know the tricks of the trade to really garner insights that are deep and valuable. And you can’t have a […]
3 Must-Haves for Online TV & Film Testing
3 Must-Haves for Online TV & Film Testing For decades, in-person dial testing has been a media researcher’s mainstay for evaluating movies, trailers, television programming and on-air talent. But, with the recent pivot to online research, do researchers have to ditch their go-to methods? Spring is the season of decisions: […]
