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ProductAnnouncementsUpload photosUpload documentsOrganize documentsDiscussion boardListservMember bios/profilesVideoShared calendar/event listingsMultiple pages <strong>for</strong> large amounts ofin<strong>for</strong>mationGoogle Docs ü ü üGoogle Groups ü ü ü ü ü üGoogle Sites ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü üZoho Wiki ü ü ü ü ü üNing ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü üFacebook ü ü ü ü ü üImplementing a New Technological ToolIt is important to facilitate an adoption process when adopting a new tool. Without user research, a carefulselection process to select the new tool, <strong>and</strong> an implementation plan that involves front-line staff, you mayend up with an expensive system that no one uses.The three phases of an adoption process include:1. Researcha. Underst<strong>and</strong> your users’ needs by conducting focus groups <strong>and</strong> surveying.b. Create a budget that includes staff time <strong>for</strong> research, setup, <strong>and</strong> maintenance.c. Prioritize your needs that will be met by the new tool.2. Compare Technologiesa. Compare the features of the products that might meet your needs.b. Pilot test the products of greatest interest.c. Determine which product will best meet your needs. Consider that simpler is almost always better.30

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