Q: What is KeyValueData™?

A: KeyValueData is a subscription service provided by The Center for Economic & Industry research, LLC. The purpose of the service is to give our subscribers cost-effective, easy and fast access to data. We offer two means of attaining financial data for valuation, business intelligence, and other uses; 1. Through our Web site, and 2. By utilizing our analysts for developing custom research.

A: We further provide a variety of economic and industry research services to help you improve your business, whether you are a business professional, business consultant, investor, or entrepreneur.

Q: When would I want to call an analyst instead of downloading information from your site?

A: Generally, when you do not have the staff or time to do it internally. Typically it is more cost-effective for our staff to complete the research and reports than to perform the task internally. We serve as your virtual research staff for industry intelligence, economy, analytical data, transactions, and a whole lot more.

Q: What kind of information do you provide through the service?

A: We provide a variety of economic and industry research services to help you improve your business, whether you are a business professional, business consultant, or entrepreneur. Generally topics include, but are not limited to:

Businesses sold / transaction data, industry intelligence through industry studies, quarterly economic reports, executive compensation, expert witness news, decisions in court cases, and more.

Q: Is there special pricing for Association members?

A: Yes. Association members receive a discount on the subscription rate, but do not receive discounts on premium services. Actually, our entire business model presents a value proposition of “special pricing” as we deliver over $10,000 a year in value included in your subscription price for literally a few hundred dollars a year or in some cases for less than a gym membership, a subscription to a scholarly journal, or a trade association membership.

Q: Is user support available through the service?

A: Yes, KeyValueData maintains a staff that can provide assistance to you during regular business hours (8AM-5PM Mountain Standard Time). To contact KeyValueData analysts directly, please call (800) 246-2488.

Q: What makes you different from other services like this?

A: The key point of difference is that KeyValueData employs a team of expert research analysts that can assist you with virtually all your research questions. We are also differentiated through our business model of bundled data transmission over the Internet. Our subscribers can access our data from anywhere. The latest updates are made by us and every time a subscriber logs in they have the most current data available. We save you money, provide ease of operation, we are fast and mobile.

Q: How can you offer this data for thousands of dollars less than your competitors?

A: First we would like to say that our competitors are good companies and we respect them. We have a different business model and consider ourselves to be a 21st Century Company with focus on direct electronic bundled data transmission for an inexpensive price.

Q: How often do you update your data?

A: We update our proprietary data quarterly. Some of our data suppliers update on a different schedule.

Q: What are “Packages” and how do they differ from your report services?

A: A package is the “raw research data” used to write a report. We package the data and send it to you in electronic format for your own analysis and report writing. Some subscribers prefer to write their own industry and economic outlooks, financial analysis section, and executive compensation sections to their report. We can either prepare a package of the research materials for you, or we can draft a report section for you.

A: In either case, whether it is a package of research materials or we draft a report section for you, it is still your professional responsibility to follow your standard-of-care, read and review our work and make sure you agree with our conclusions. We offer no assurance. The report is yours and yours alone. Please read our disclaimers and Terms & Conditions of use of our Web site.

Q: Are you building more databases for the future?

A: Yes, this is an ongoing endeavor. 21 databases support our data transmission service now. We strive to make our data is current, as well as relevant to our user group. This means we are constantly working on new databases and new information to serve our subscribers needs. If you have a specific database you would like to see developed or have comments on any of our existing data please do not hesitate to go to our Suggestion Box at Contact Us and get busy giving us your wants, needs, and desires for data. Click here for the Suggestion Box.

Q: What is under development at this time?

A: Sorry, “Trade Secret” Watch for our press releases for new products this year. Hint; A New M&A transaction database is coming soon, along with other data you will find very interesting and that will enhance your business.

Q: Other than business valuation professionals; who else would find your data of interest in their business:

A: Accountants, Analysts, Bank Officers, Business Brokers, Buyers & Sellers of Businesses, Controllers, Economists, Educators, Financial Executives, Investment Bankers, Investors, Lawyers & Paralegals, Sales & Business Development Professionals, Students, Venture Capitalists

Q: Weren’t you CEIR before?

A: We have changed not only our name but also our business model. We do not like acronyms.

Q: How old is the Company?

A: We are in our 10th year of business and with age have improved. Change has proven to be a good thing.

Q: You used to invoice me when my subscription was up; will that continue?

A: We have automated our subscription process through PayPal. Pricing, subscription alternatives, and other information is detailed for you after selecting the PayPal activation button. Click here for more information. We have added options not previously available like a monthly payment program, e-mailed reminder that your subscription is coming due, and other features that will enhance our subscriber experience. PayPal is being used to give the subscriber more control and ease of use over their account.

Q: Can association members join?

A: We encourage all to join. We are an equal opportunity data provider.

Q: Can I get the Ibbotson SBBI information through KeyValueData?

A: Due to copyright restrictions, we can not provide this data for you; however you can purchase the Ibbotson SBBI yearbook through our store.

A: We are currently working with other data providers to hopefully attain access to similar data soon.

Q: I have a specific valuation question, is there someone available to answer it?

A: KeyValueData maintains a database of highly trained coaches to help you with your questions. A list is available on our site under the category “Coaching.”

Q: How do I order research?

A: There is an order form available on the web site; you can also call one of our analysts at 1-800-246-2488 or e-mail one of our analysts at rsilvakvd@valusourcesoftware.com if you have any questions.

Q: What is your relationship with ValuSource?

A: We are a subsidiary of ValuSource. Learn more