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How to Evaluate Scanning Solutions With your scanner requirements in hand, follow this five-step process to find the right vendor: Step 1: Identify vendors to consider Research vendors that offer mid-range, self-calibrating 3D laser scanners for construction applications. Ask for satisfied customer reviews or case studies that match your business needs. You can also search reputable scanning product review sites. When assessing vendors, make sure to get answers to the following: ý How long has the vendor been in business? ý Is the vendor a recognized leader within the industry, with enough demonstrated expertise to understand your business needs? ý Does the vendor engage in continual R&D to improve and enhance products and meet evolving industry and customer demands? ý Does the vendor have distribution partners that are located close to you who can offer training, knowledge, and support? Step 2: Create a short list of vendors to evaluate With a list of up to five vendors, you'll have enough options to consider without having to manage too many responses and getting overwhelmed. Share the requirements checklist with each vendor and ask them to prepare a proposal as well as share any other relevant materials with you that substantiates their features and benefits. Give them a clear deadline to keep the process moving. Step 3: Rate each vendor Come up with a rating system, such as a simple point-based one, to help you understand how well each vendor can meet your requirements. For example: 0 = does not meet requirement 1 = limited support for requirement 2 = somewhat supports requirement 3 = meets or exceeds requirement For each vendor, list each of your requirements and assign a number to it, then add up the scores. Step 4: Try out the solution Ask to demo the 3D scanner to experience the features and benefits in person. Thoroughly test the tool to make sure you have a clear understanding of its pros and cons. Ask lots of questions and voice any concerns. Step 5: Finalize your decision With your final decision made, work with your chosen vendor to finalize the details and sign a contract. Take care to involve other teams who will be impacted by the decision, and make sure to identify metrics that will help you define and measure success.