How do you describe the website’s functionality in your RFP? The next section in your Website RFP is to describe how it works, i.e. functions. The functionality section of your RFP can be distilled to a few pages. Share sample sites that illustrate functionality you’d like to see on your … [Read more...]
37 Proposal Writing Secrets
August 31, 2011 by
This short course on proposal writing reminds us that our business proposal does not stand alone. It is process of a larger process that involves planning, research, writing, editing, proofing, submission and acceptance. This list gives 37 ways to improve your next proposal. Scroll through it and … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Increase Your Proposal Success Rate
August 30, 2011 by
What’s your success ratio with proposals? 25% is average. Very few get 50%. I help government agencies evaluate proposals. Most bids that come across my desk make the same errors, use the same flawed strategies and are never accepted. And the next time, they repeat the same mistake. Here are some … [Read more...]
RFP Checklist For Website Implementation and Support
August 28, 2011 by
The final checklist in the Website RFP is for the Implementation and Support requirements. The implementation chapter of your website RFP needs to cover: Timelines Budgets Resources Website RFP Checklist - Implementation and Support Describe the following: Constraints - What … [Read more...]
How to Write Your First Case Study
August 24, 2011 by
Case studies and white papers are very effective marketing tools if you want to promote the benefits of your product or services. Case studies are the first most popular device used to promote the business. If you plan to write a case study, this article will give you a better understanding about … [Read more...]
RFP Checklist for Content, User Interface & Design Needs
August 22, 2011 by
If you’re writing an RFP for a website, you need to describe the content types and graphic. This enables the bidder to create a prototype that will manage the different content assets and present it in an attractive manner to your customers. Download Request For Proposal Template for only … [Read more...]
RFP Checklist For Describing Website Technical Needs
August 20, 2011 by
How do you describe the website’s technical needs in your RFP? The next section in your Website RFP is to describe how it works from a technical standpoint. For instance, this helps bidders understand if it can be integrate with MS, Oracle, or WebSphere. Without this technical details, they will … [Read more...]
The Secret Lives of… Proposal Evaluators
August 18, 2011 by
What’s your success ratio with proposals? 25% is average. Very few get 50%. I help government agencies evaluate proposals. Most bids that come across my desk make the same errors, use the same flawed strategies and are never accepted. And the next time, they repeat the same mistake. Here are some … [Read more...]
What is a Bid Manager?
August 16, 2011 by
What are the roles and responsibilities of the Bid Manager during the proposal development process? The Bid Manager’s role is like that of the Project Manager on an IT project. Their role is to coordinate the team members, analyze the Request For Proposal, allocate resources, define the schedule, … [Read more...]
Defining Objectives in Your Website RFP
August 14, 2011 by
If you’re writing an RFP for a website or content management solution, you need to outline your online objectives and how the new site will drive your web site's content, design, functionality, and technology. Download Request For Proposal Template for only $14.99 Website RFP Checklist - … [Read more...]