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Identifying Consultant Details on projects
Where can I find the consultants for a project on E1?
You’ll find the identified consultants noted in the Consultants section of the project slide-out. Click on the consultant company to be taken to their listing in our Consultant Directory.
What should I do if I can't see any consultants listed for a project?
If you see the message indicating no consultants are currently listed, we recommend adding the project to your Watchlist and checking the Consultants section again in a day or two.
Can I contact the consultants directly from the E1 platform?
There isn’t a direct contact option via E1, however, by clicking on the consultant company in the Consultants section, you will be taken to their listing in the Consultant Directory, where you can find their contact information.
How often is the consultant information updated?
Consultant information is updated when project documents are added by a builder. The identification of the consultant information is performed by our E1 team, and may take a day or two to appear on the project.
Consultant Insights
What are Consultant Insights
Consultant Insights is a custom reporting tool, collating data on consultant activities related to your projects. These reports are tailored using Speci-Finder keywords that reflect your specific interests.
Who can access Consultant Insights?
Customers with Professional or Professional Plus subscriptions can access Consultant Insights.
How often are Consultant Insights updated?
Insights are updated on the first day of each new quarter and cover the most recent historical quarter.
How do I set up Speci-Finder keywords for my Consultant Insights?
You can set up Speci-Finder keywords by following the guidelines provided here.
What information does the Consultant Insights Report provide?
The report lists consultant companies noted on project documents within the reporting quarter. It compares up to 4 Speci-Finder keywords at a time to generate insights relevant to your needs.
How can I organise results in the Consultant Insights Report?
You can reorder results by clicking the up/down arrows next to keyword matches, allowing you to prioritise and focus on specific insights.
What actions can I take from the Consultant Insights Report?
You can click on project matches to see specific projects where consultants mentioned your keywords (typically your brand, competitors or generic product terms), helping to strengthen existing relationships or identify new opportunities.
How do I access detailed information about a consultant company?
By clicking on the consultant company name in the report, you can navigate to their profile in our Consultant Directory, which lists all projects they have been identified on.
The Consultant Directory
What is the Consultant Directory used for?
The Consultant Directory allows you to view comprehensive historical data per consultant company. You can search by name, filter by consultant type and location, and even create a shortlist of favourite consultants.
Is there a way to search for consultants directly in the Consultant Directory?
Yes, you can search for consultants directly within the Consultant Directory by using the search bar and filters to find specific companies or consultants.
How do I find older historical consultant details?
Consultant details have been captured since 2019. For older projects, please note that information might not be available.
Is the Consultant Directory accessible to all users?
Access to the Consultant Directory depends on your subscription level, and is available to Professional or Professional Plus customers.
What additional features are available with a Professional Plus subscription?
Professional Plus subscribers have access to custom consultant insights, which provide detailed analysis on consultants involved in specifications of your brand, competitors, and products, as well as Market Insights offering a snapshot of current and historical market conditions; and Specification Insights, a highly customisable detailed report based on your unique keywords.
Where can I find more information about the Consultant Insights feature?
For more details on Consultant Insights, please refer to our Consultant Insights guide.