Talk:White paper/Archives/2020

Bias
The section https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_paper#In_business-to-business_marketing has bias - the three types of white paper listed reflect the views of one author, who wrote a book on that

"There are, essentially, three main types of commercial white papers:


 * 1) Backgrounder: Describes the technical or business benefits of a certain vendor's offering; either a product, service, or methodology. This type of white paper is best used to supplement a product launch, argue a business case, or support a technical evaluation at the bottom of the sales funnel.
 * 2) Numbered list: Presents a set of tips, questions, or points about a certain business issue. This type is best used to get attention with new or provocative views, or cast aspersions on competitors.
 * 3) Problem/solution: Recommends a new, improved solution to a nagging business problem. This type is best used to generate leads at the top of the sales funnel, build mind share, or inform and persuade stakeholders, building trust and credibility in the subjec"

Lauchlanmack (talk) 03:53, 29 January 2020 (UTC)