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CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 3, 2008 /PRNewswire/ - Monitoring customer satisfaction and complaint systems are the most frequently used methods for assessing customers' perceptions of products and services. Companies make extensive use of VOC in developing, defining and modifying both new and existing products, according to a member-driven research study conducted by Best Practices, LLC's GLOBAL BENCHMARKING COUNCIL.

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Benchmarking studies are one way members of the GLOBAL BENCHMARKING COUNCIL use this innovative research, benchmarking and networking service. The comprehensive suite of research services not only helps them promote top-line revenue growth, cost reduction and innovative problem-solving in the organization, but also supports their personal thought leadership and status as an information broker.

The GLOBAL BENCHMARKING COUNCIL provides five forms of insight, service and assistance, including:

-- Group research to enable informed decision-making

-- Custom research to support key priorities

-- Access to existing $35 million in research via the Best Practice

Database to enlighten day-to-day leadership

-- Access to group knowledge exchanges

-- Thought leadership support via annual conferences on critical business

issues

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