Through a simple, five-step process, CognoLink connects clients with specialists, either matching directly with those on our network or custom recruiting for more specific or challenging requests.
Step 1 Clients seek information
Project requests are typically submitted either by email or via our secure online portal secure online portal. and a member of the research team in the relevant industry sector is assigned as dedicated project manager.
Step 2 CognoLink sources specialists
CognoLink matches specialists’ experience to the client’s specific requirements, searching our existing network to identify relevant individuals already registered, as well as engaging in custom recruitment where required in order to ensure the best possible match.
Step 3 CognoLink submits profiles
Adhering to our strict compliance policies, CognoLink presents anonymous specialist profiles to clients for final selection. CognoLink will reveal the client's identity only if both parties consent to the consultation, which is scheduled at the convenience of both the specialist and the client.
Step 4 Consultations take place
Clients and specialists participate in the consultation, typically discussing market trends, industry drivers and competition. Most of our consultations are telephone-based, but we also facilitate face-to-face meetings if this is the preferred method. We also regularly organise events such as multi-client conference calls, where a number of clients dial in to listen to a specialist talk about a particular industry or topical issue. Visit our consultations page for more details.
Step 5 Post-consultation
CognoLink compensates the specialist for their time and requests feedback from the client to ensure that they have received the information required. Clients may then choose to carry out consultations with other specialists and/or work with the same specialist on a longer-term engagement.