Build vs. Buy Decision Framework - Take the Quiz

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Step 1

Desired Business Outcome

Why are you creating this content?

Meet compliance requirements Reduce onboarding time Increase sales performance Support a new product launch Drive process adoption Improve customer experience Reduce operational errors Prepare for organizational change

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Step 1.5

Define the Content Need

What type of content are you trying to create?

Compliance / regulatory training Role-based onboarding Product or company-specific training Leadership / soft skills Industry or functional skills

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Step 2

Assess Business Urgency

When do you need the content delivered?

Immediate (days to weeks) Near-term (1–2 months) Long-term (3+ months)

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Step 2.5

Proficiency Timeline

How quickly must learners become proficient?

Immediately (days) Within 30 days Within 90 days Flexible timeline

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Step 3

Evaluate Internal Capacity

Do you have the resources to build this content internally?

Instructional design resources available

SME time available

Tools & workflows in place

Bandwidth to prioritize this project

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Step 4

Content Uniqueness

What percentage of the content is unique to your organization?

Less than 20% (mostly industry standard) 20–50% (mixed standard and custom) More than 50% (highly proprietary)

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Step 5

Global Reach & Localization

What is the scope of your audience?

Single business unit, region, or segment of learners Multiple business units, regions, or segments of learners (no personalization or localization needed) Multiple business units, regions, or segments (localization or personalization needed) Extended enterprise (internal and external audiences)

Build vs. Buy Quiz

Desired Business Outcome

Define the Content Need

Assess Business Urgency

Proficiency Timeline

Evaluate Internal Capacity

Content Uniqueness

Global Reach & Localization

Your Recommendation with Executive Impact

Executive Impact Metrics

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